Remote Mechanical Systems Analyst: Data-Driven Optimization

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Remote autonomy

Home office stipend

Software access

Global impact

Health benefits

Leadership opportunities

Remote-first culture

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Remote Mechanical Systems Analyst to join a globally distributed team. The role focuses on analyzing complex mechanical systems, building data-driven models, and delivering improvements for reliability and efficiency.

You will work independently in a fully remote environment, collaborating with engineers across time zones. The ideal candidate has a Master’s or PhD in Mechanical Engineering with 8+ years of experience, plus expert use of ANSYS, COMSOL, and MATLAB/Simulink,

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Mechanical Engineering or closely related field.
• 8+ years' experience in mechanical system analysis or dynamics.
• Expertise with ANSYS, COMSOL, MATLAB/Simulink, or similar.
• Strong data interpretation and problem-solving skills; remote work discipline.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed analysis of mechanical systems using simulation software and experimental data.
• Develop mathematical models to predict system behavior under various conditions.
• Identify design flaws or bottlenecks and propose engineering solutions.
• Collaborate with design engineers to implement improvements and validate results.
• Analyze sensor data, test results, and feedback to assess system health and predict failures.
• Prepare comprehensive technical reports detailing findings and recommendations.
• Stay updated on advancements in mechanical engineering, simulation, and data analysis tools.
• Contribute to development of best practices for mechanical system analysis and documentation.
• Participate in virtual team meetings and cross-functional collaborations.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Independent remote work capability

Excellent communication

Education

Master's or PhD in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

ANSYS

COMSOL

MATLAB/Simulink

Python

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Remote Mechanical Systems Analyst to join a globally distributed team. The role focuses on analyzing complex mechanical systems, building data-driven models, and delivering improvements for reliability and efficiency.

You will work independently in a fully remote environment, collaborating with engineers across time zones. The ideal candidate has a Master’s or PhD in Mechanical Engineering with 8+ years of experience, plus expert use of ANSYS, COMSOL, and MATLAB/Simulink,