Remote Mechanical Design Specialist

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

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses dependent on performance

Remote work with flexible hours

Health insurance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Remote Mechanical Design Specialist to contribute to innovative product development. The role is fully remote, enabling collaboration with a distributed team of engineers and designers worldwide.

You will design, analyze, and prototype mechanical systems, ensuring manufacturing readiness. Strong CAD, FEA/CFD, and remote communication skills are essential for success in this globally distributed team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in mechanical design and product development.
• Expertise in parametric 3D CAD software (Creo, Inventor, Fusion 360) and proficiency with FEA/CFD tools.
• Strong understanding of materials science, manufacturing processes, and DFM/DFX principles.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work remotely with a distributed team.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and refine mechanical components and assemblies using advanced CAD software.
• Perform comprehensive engineering analyses, including stress, thermal, and vibration analysis, using simulation tools.
• Create detailed manufacturing drawings, specifications, and tolerance analyses.
• Collaborate remotely with cross-functional teams via video conferencing and digital collaboration platforms.
• Support prototyping, testing, and validation processes, providing remote guidance to technicians.
• Document design iterations, test results, and final design packages meticulously.

Skills

Parametric 3D CAD

FEA/CFD analysis

Materials and DFM/DFX

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Creo

Inventor

Fusion 360

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a skilled and self-motivated Remote Mechanical Design Specialist to contribute to their innovative product development efforts. This position is fully remote, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere while collaborating closely with a distributed team of engineers and designers. You will be responsible for creating detailed mechanical designs, conducting analyses, and developing prototypes for cutting-edge products. This is a unique chance to leverage your expertise in a remote setting, driving design excellence for a forward-thinking company.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and refine mechanical components and assemblies using advanced CAD software .
• Perform comprehensive engineering analyses, including stress, thermal, and vibration analysis, using simulation tools.
• Create detailed manufacturing drawings, specifications, and tolerance analyses.
• Collaborate remotely with cross-functional teams, including electrical engineers, software developers, and product managers, via video conferencing and digital collaboration platforms.
• Support prototyping, testing, and validation processes, providing remote guidance to technicians.
• Document design iterations, test results, and final design packages meticulously.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in mechanical design and product development.
• Expertise in parametric 3D CAD software (e.g., Creo , Inventor, Fusion 360).
• Proficiency with FEA and CFD tools .
• Strong understanding of materials science, manufacturing processes, and DFM/DFA principles.
• Excellent communication skills and proven ability to work effectively in a remote, collaborative environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Remote work arrangement with flexible hours.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Annual allowance for home office setup and professional development.
• Opportunity to work on innovative projects with a global team.