Remote Mechanical Design Engineer: Lead Global Projects

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Full remote work arrangement

Health, dental, vision insurance

Home office setup allowance

Global project exposure

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Remote Mechanical Design Engineer to drive design and development of mechanical solutions from a home office. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams across locations to deliver complex projects, employing 3D CAD and simulation tools while managing multiple tasks in a distributed setting.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of mechanical design experience, strong problem-solving skills, and proven ability to work independently in a fully remote environment, with a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of professional experience in mechanical design and product development.
• Expertise in 3D CAD modeling and simulation tools.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and refine mechanical components and systems using 3D CAD software.
• Perform FEA and CFD analyses to validate designs.
• Create drawings, specifications, and BOMs with clear documentation.
• Collaborate with remote colleagues, manufacturers, and stakeholders via digital channels.
• Troubleshoot design issues and propose innovative solutions.
• Stay updated with new design technologies and manufacturing processes.

Skills

3D CAD Modeling

Remote work

Independent work

Communication skills

Education

Bachelors/Masters in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

CATIA

Inventor

FEA/CFD tools

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Remote Mechanical Design Engineer to drive design and development of mechanical solutions from a home office. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams across locations to deliver complex projects, employing 3D CAD and simulation tools while managing multiple tasks in a distributed setting.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of mechanical design experience, strong problem-solving skills, and proven ability to work independently in a fully remote environment, with a