Remote Mechanical Systems Engineer

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 1,915,000 - 2,872,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Home office stipend

Global team

Flexible hours

International health benefits

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Remote Mechanical Systems Engineer to join a globally distributed engineering team. You will design, analyze, and optimize complex mechanical systems leveraging advanced simulation tools for remote collaboration.

Ideal candidates have 7+ years in design/analysis, autonomy in remote work, and proficiency with Inventor, SolidWorks or Creo. This role offers flexible hours and international health benefits.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Mechanical Engineering.
• 7+ years of experience in design and analysis of complex mechanical systems.
• Expertise in FEA and CFD software and remote collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and integrate advanced mechanical systems with emphasis on performance, reliability, and manufacturability.
• Perform advanced engineering simulations (FEA/CFD) to validate designs and predict behavior.
• Specify materials, components, and manufacturing processes for mechanical systems.
• Collaborate with remote design, manufacturing and project teams worldwide via digital platforms.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation including design specs, test plans, and validation reports.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies and propose innovative solutions to enhance performance.

Skills

FEA

CFD

3D Modeling

Remote Work

Communication

Education

Master's or PhD in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Inventor

SolidWorks

Creo

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a highly skilled and motivated Remote Mechanical Systems Engineer to join their globally distributed engineering team, working remotely from anywhere. This role will focus on the design, analysis, and optimization of complex mechanical systems that are central to the company's innovative product offerings. You will collaborate virtually with international teams, leveraging advanced simulation tools and contributing to cutting-edge technology development. This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced engineer who excels in a remote setting and is passionate about pushing the boundaries of mechanical engineering.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and integrate advanced mechanical systems, considering factors like performance, reliability, and manufacturability.
• Perform advanced engineering simulations and analyses (FEA, CFD) to validate designs and predict system behavior.
• Specify materials, components, and manufacturing processes for mechanical systems.
• Collaborate effectively with remote design, manufacturing, and project management teams worldwide via digital communication platforms.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive technical documentation, including design specifications, test plans, and validation reports.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies and propose innovative solutions to enhance system performance and efficiency.

Requirements

• Master's or PhD in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related discipline.
• 7+ years of experience in the design and analysis of complex mechanical systems.
• Expertise in finite element analysis (FEA) and computational fluid dynamics (CFD) software.
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and productively in a remote work environment.
• Proficiency in 3D modeling software (e.g., Inventor, SolidWorks, Creo).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for effective virtual collaboration.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance bonuses.
• Home office stipend and technology support.
• Flexible working hours and a true work-from-home opportunity.
• Comprehensive international health and wellness benefits.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional growth in a global context.