Remote Robotics Motion Control Engineer

Placements24; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 900.000 - 1.300.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Remote work flexibility

Competitive compensation

Growth opportunities in robotics

Access to design tools & simulations

Remote team collaboration

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking a remote Mechanical Engineer specializing in motion control for advanced robotic systems in South Africa. You will design, model, and validate mechanical subsystems, while collaborating with electrical and software teams to ensure robust, manufacturable solutions.

The role offers full remote work from anywhere in South Africa, with opportunities to influence the design lifecycle and contribute to cutting-edge robotics technology.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (or closely related field).
• Minimum 6 years hands-on mechanical design experience in robotics/mechatronics or complex electromechanical systems.
• Proficient in 3D CAD and PDM/PLM systems; strong knowledge of motion control components.
• Experience with design validation and collaboration in remote teams.

Aufgaben

• Design and optimize mechanical components for robotic systems focusing on motion control and dynamics.
• Use CAD software (Fusion 360, SolidWorks) for 3D modeling and drawings.
• Conduct stress, vibration, and thermal analyses to ensure design integrity.
• Collaborate with remote teams to integrate mechanical designs with system architecture.
• Select materials and manufacturing processes for cost-effectiveness and reliability.
• Develop and execute validation and testing protocols for mechanical systems.
• Troubleshoot mechanical design issues throughout product development and production.
• Maintain documentation of designs, analyses, and test results.

Kenntnisse

Mechanical design

Motion control

3D CAD

Remote work

Strong communication

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Fusion 360

SolidWorks

PDM/PLM systems

FEA

CFD

Jobbeschreibung

Placements24 is seeking a remote Mechanical Engineer specializing in motion control for advanced robotic systems in South Africa. You will design, model, and validate mechanical subsystems, while collaborating with electrical and software teams to ensure robust, manufacturable solutions.

The role offers full remote work from anywhere in South Africa, with opportunities to influence the design lifecycle and contribute to cutting-edge robotics technology.