Remote Mechanical Engineer - Product Development

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully remote work

Health, dental, vision insurance

Growth opportunities

Work on innovative products

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a talented Mechanical Engineer to join their remote product development team. You will conceptualize, design, and test innovative products with a distributed team of engineers, designers, and product managers to take ideas from ideation to market-ready solutions.

The role emphasizes independent work, effective communication in a virtual setting, and ongoing exposure to new technologies and manufacturing techniques.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering is required.
• 3–5 years of experience in mechanical design and product development.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD modeling and 2D drafting.
• Experience with engineering simulation tools (FEA, CFD) is a plus.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting and manage multiple tasks.
• Strong communication and teamwork in a virtual environment.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize, design, and develop mechanical aspects of new products using CAD software.
• Perform engineering analysis (e.g., stress, thermal) to validate designs and ensure performance requirements are met.
• Create detailed technical drawings, specifications, and manufacturing documentation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional remote teams to ensure seamless integration of mechanical components.
• Manage prototyping, testing, and iteration of designs.
• Stay abreast of new technologies and manufacturing techniques relevant to product development.

Skills

CAD modeling

3D CAD

2D drafting

FEA/CFD analysis

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a talented Mechanical Engineer to join their dynamic product development team, working entirely remotely. This role involves conceptualizing, designing, and testing innovative new products. You will collaborate closely with a distributed team of engineers, designers, and product managers to bring new ideas from ideation to market-ready solutions. If you are a self-motivated engineer passionate about creating impactful products and thrive in a flexible, remote work environment, this opportunity is for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Conceptualize, design, and develop mechanical aspects of new products using CAD software .
• Perform engineering analysis (e.g., stress, thermal) to validate designs and ensure performance requirements are met.
• Create detailed technical drawings, specifications, and manufacturing documentation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional remote teams to ensure seamless integration of mechanical components.
• Manage prototyping efforts, conduct testing, and analyze results to iterate on designs.
• Stay abreast of new technologies and manufacturing techniques relevant to product development.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 3-5 years of experience in mechanical design and product development.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD modeling and 2D drafting.
• Experience with engineering simulation tools (FEA, CFD) is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively in a remote setting .
• Strong communication and teamwork skills in a virtual environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for project completion bonuses.
• Fully remote position, offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Opportunities for professional growth and skill development.
• Work on exciting and innovative new products in a collaborative online environment.