Remote Mechanical Design Engineer — R&D Innovator

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 950,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer for a fully remote role within South Africa. You will lead R&D oriented mechanical design from concept to prototyping and testing, collaborating with an international team to push technological boundaries and deliver innovative solutions for the East London industrial landscape.

Ideal candidates have a Master's or PhD in Mechanical Engineering with 5+ years in design and strong CAD/CAE skills, plus a track record of independent work in

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of mechanical design experience with a strong focus on R&D.
• Proficiency in CAD/CAE software and advanced simulations.
• Knowledge of materials science and manufacturing processes.
• Excellent problem-solving and ability to innovate.
• Ability to work independently in a fully remote setting.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize, design, and develop mechanical systems and components for R&D projects.
• Perform stress, thermal, and vibration simulations using industry-leading software.
• Build and test prototypes and iterate designs based on data.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to explore new technologies.
• Document research findings, design specifications, and test results.
• Stay updated on emerging technologies to identify opportunities for innovation.

Skills

R&D experience

CAD/CAE proficiency

Materials science knowledge

Problem-solving

Education

Master's or PhD in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD/CAE software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer for a fully remote role within South Africa. You will lead R&D oriented mechanical design from concept to prototyping and testing, collaborating with an international team to push technological boundaries and deliver innovative solutions for the East London industrial landscape.

Ideal candidates have a Master's or PhD in Mechanical Engineering with 5+ years in design and strong CAD/CAE skills, plus a track record of independent work in