Remote Mechanical R&D Engineer

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote setup

Flexible schedule

Development budget

Software access

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a talented Mechanical Engineer to join its R&D team in a fully remote capacity. The role focuses on exploring new technologies, developing novel designs, and contributing to intellectual property through innovative projects.

You design, prototype, and test mechanisms using CAD and simulation tools, document findings, and present research to stakeholders from your home office. A strong theoretical background and proven track record of invention are highly valued.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or PhD in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years in R&D focusing on novel mechanical design.
• Proficiency in CAD software and simulation/analysis tools.
• Strong technical writing and remote presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct R&D to identify and evaluate new mechanical technologies.
• Design, prototype, and test innovative systems and components.
• Use CAD and simulation tools to model and optimize designs.
• Collaborate with R&D and product teams to integrate technologies.
• Write reports, patent disclosures, and present findings remotely.
• Stay updated on advances in mechanical engineering.

Skills

Independent research

Technical writing

Remote communication

Education

Master's or PhD in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Simulation/analysis tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a talented Mechanical Engineer to join its R&D team in a fully remote capacity. The role focuses on exploring new technologies, developing novel designs, and contributing to intellectual property through innovative projects.

You design, prototype, and test mechanisms using CAD and simulation tools, document findings, and present research to stakeholders from your home office. A strong theoretical background and proven track record of invention are highly valued.