Remote Mechanical Design Specialist

Placements24; Stellenbosch Local Municipality; Híbrido; ZAR 520 000 - 820 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Competitive salary

Bonuses

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Remote-friendly

Professional growth

Tech advancements

Resumo da oferta

Placements24 client seeks a Mechanical Design Specialist for a fully remote role supporting Paarl-area projects. You will drive detailed design, model development, and documentation from conception to implementation in a flexible, autonomous environment.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years in detailed mechanical design, strong CAD skills (SolidWorks/AutoCAD), and a proven ability to work remotely with cross-functional teams, ensuring high-quality outputs.

Qualificações

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years of detailed mechanical design and drafting experience.
• Expert proficiency in CAD software such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar platforms.
• Solid understanding of materials, manufacturing processes, and GD&T.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively and communicate clearly in a remote setting.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality design work.

Responsabilidades

• Develop detailed 3D models and 2D manufacturing drawings for complex mechanical parts and assemblies using advanced CAD software.
• Perform tolerance analysis, design for manufacturability (DFM), and design for assembly (DFA) assessments.
• Collaborate virtually with project managers, manufacturing engineers, and other stakeholders to refine designs.
• Support prototyping and testing phases by providing necessary design documentation and troubleshooting assistance.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant industry standards and project-specific requirements.
• Maintain and organize design data and documentation within a version-controlled system.

Conhecimentos

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Remote communication

Detail-oriented

Formação académica

BEng Mechanical Engineering

Descrição da oferta de emprego

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled and motivated Mechanical Design Specialist to join their engineering team in a fully remote capacity, supporting projects related to Paarl . This role is critical for the detailed design and refinement of mechanical components and systems, ensuring they meet rigorous performance and quality specifications. You will work virtually with a diverse team of engineers and designers, contributing your expertise to innovative projects from conception through to implementation. This position is perfect for an experienced designer who thrives in an autonomous, flexible work environment and is committed to delivering high-caliber engineering solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop detailed 3D models and 2D manufacturing drawings for complex mechanical parts and assemblies using advanced CAD software.


• Perform tolerance analysis, design for manufacturability (DFM), and design for assembly (DFA) assessments.


• Collaborate virtually with project managers, manufacturing engineers, and other stakeholders to refine designs.


• Support prototyping and testing phases by providing necessary design documentation and troubleshooting assistance.


• Ensure designs comply with relevant industry standards and project-specific requirements.


• Maintain and organize design data and documentation within a version-controlled system.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent practical experience.


• Minimum of 5 years of experience in detailed mechanical design and drafting.


• Expert proficiency in CAD software such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar platforms.


• Solid understanding of materials, manufacturing processes, and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).


• Demonstrated ability to work effectively and communicate clearly in a remote setting.


• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality design work.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.


• Comprehensive health, dental, and retirement benefits package.


• Flexible working hours and a fully remote work environment.


• Opportunities for professional growth and skill development through online resources.


• Be part of a forward-thinking company contributing to exciting technological advancements.