Remote Product Development Engineer

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 480,000 - 800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with incentives

Home office stipend

Flexible work hours

Remote collaboration tools

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a creative and technically adept Remote Product Development Engineer to drive the mechanical product innovation from anywhere. You will design, analyze, prototype, and validate products across the full lifecycle, collaborating with a global virtual team and remote stakeholders.

In this fully remote role, you will leverage CAD tools, simulations, and rapid prototyping, while maintaining rigorous documentation and meeting project deadlines in a flexible environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical Engineering.
• 5+ years in product development and mechanical design.
• Strong CAD and simulation skills (SolidWorks/Fusion 360).
• Experience with rapid prototyping and testing.
• Excellent remote communication and self-management.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize and develop new mechanical products and features with CAD.
• Perform stress, thermal, and motion simulations to validate viability.
• Create prototypes and conduct tests to validate and improve designs.
• Collaborate with remote cross-functional teams (marketing, sales, manufacturing).
• Prepare design specifications, manuals, and manufacturing guides.
• Stay updated on technologies to guide development strategy.

Skills

CAD proficiency

Simulation tools

Rapid prototyping

Remote collaboration

Project management

Technical documentation

Education

Bachelors in Mech Eng

Masters in Mech Eng

Tools

SolidWorks

Fusion 360

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a creative and technically adept Remote Product Development Engineer to drive the innovation and refinement of new mechanical products. This fully remote position allows you to leverage your design, analysis, and prototyping skills from anywhere, contributing to the entire product lifecycle. You will collaborate closely with a global, virtual team, translating market needs into tangible, high-quality engineered solutions. This role is perfect for an independent, forward-thinking engineer who thrives in a flexible, remote work environment and is passionate about bringing innovative products to life.

Key Responsibilities

• Conceptualize, design, and develop new mechanical products and features using advanced CAD tools.
• Conduct detailed engineering analyses, including stress, thermal, and motion simulations, to ensure product viability.
• Create prototypes and conduct rigorous testing to validate designs and identify areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with remote cross-functional teams, including marketing, sales, and manufacturing, to ensure product success.
• Prepare comprehensive technical documentation, including design specifications, user manuals, and manufacturing guides.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends to inform product development strategies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in product development and mechanical design.
• Strong proficiency in 3D CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, Fusion 360) and simulation tools.
• Proven experience in rapid prototyping and product testing methodologies.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills for remote work.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines independently.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance-based incentives.
• Significant home office stipend and technology support.
• Flexible working hours and the freedom of a fully remote role.
• Access to cutting-edge simulation software and virtual prototyping tools.
• Opportunity to shape the future of innovative products from Mahikeng (remote).