Remote Mechanical Design Engineer

Placements24; Richards Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work flexibility

Health insurance

Home office allowance

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a talented and self-motivated Remote Mechanical Design Engineer to contribute to groundbreaking projects from your home office, supporting operations related to Richards Bay.

The role focuses on conceptualization, design, and development of mechanical components and systems for a range of innovative products, with a distributed engineering team and modern collaboration tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering
• 5+ years of professional experience in mechanical design
• Proficient in CAD software (Inventor, CATIA, Siemens NX)
• Experience with simulation/analysis tools (ANSYS, COMSOL)
• Strong remote collaboration and communication skills

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical parts, sub-assemblies, and systems using 3D CAD software.
• Conduct detailed engineering analyses, including stress, thermal, and motion simulations.
• Prepare design documentation, including drawings, specifications, and reports.
• Collaborate with a distributed team through digital platforms.
• Oversee virtual prototyping and testing, analyze results, and refine designs.
• Stay current with advancements in mechanical engineering principles and design technologies.

Skills

Autonomy

Remote collaboration

Time management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Inventor

CATIA

Siemens NX

ANSYS

COMSOL

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a talented and self-motivated Remote Mechanical Design Engineer to contribute to groundbreaking projects from the comfort of your home office, supporting operations related to Richards Bay . This role focuses on the conceptualization, design, and development of mechanical components and systems for a range of innovative products. You will work closely with a distributed team of engineers and designers, utilizing advanced collaboration tools to drive projects forward. This position is ideal for an experienced engineer who excels in independent work, thrives in a virtual environment, and is passionate about creating high-quality mechanical solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical parts, sub-assemblies, and systems using 3D CAD software .
• Conduct detailed engineering analysis , including stress, thermal, and motion simulations.
• Prepare comprehensive design documentation, including technical drawings, specifications, and reports.
• Collaborate effectively with a geographically dispersed team through digital communication platforms.
• Oversee virtual prototyping and testing, analyze results, and implement necessary design refinements.
• Stay current with advancements in mechanical engineering principles and design technologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in mechanical design.
• Strong proficiency in industry-standard CAD software (e.g., Inventor, CATIA, Siemens NX).
• Demonstrated experience with simulation and analysis tools (e.g., ANSYS, COMSOL).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for remote collaboration.
• Proven ability to manage workload and deliver projects autonomously.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with remote work flexibility.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous allowance for home office setup and professional development.
• Opportunity to work on diverse and challenging projects globally.
• Be part of an innovative, digitally-connected engineering team supporting the Richards Bay industrial area.