Remote Senior Mechanical Engineer

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

Benefits dieser Stelle

Salary bonuses

Remote work

Health insurance

Professional development budget

Diverse high-impact projects

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 seeks a Senior Mechanical Engineer to drive complex mechanical system design and analysis in a fully remote capacity, contributing to diverse projects and mentoring junior engineers from anywhere, including collaboration with teams supporting operations in Benoni.

The role emphasizes leadership, advanced CAD/CAE proficiency, and strong communication in a distributed environment. A senior professional with a passion for innovation will thrive in this setup.

Qualifikationen

• Master's or PhD in Mechanical Engineering or closely related field.
• 10+ years of experience in mechanical engineering focusing on design and analysis.
• Experience with CAD/CAE tools (ANSYS, COMSOL, SolidWorks Simulation).
• Proven experience leading engineering projects and technical teams.

Aufgaben

• Lead design and development of complex mechanical systems from concept to production readiness.
• Perform advanced analyses (stress, thermal, vibration, fatigue) using simulation tools.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to remote engineering teams.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in a virtual setting to enable integrated product development.
• Oversee validation and testing to ensure performance and reliability.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of engineering processes and standards.

Kenntnisse

Mechanical design

Finite element analysis

Leadership

Remote collaboration

Ausbildung

Master's or PhD in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

ANSYS

COMSOL

SolidWorks Simulation

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client is seeking an accomplished Senior Mechanical Engineer for a fully remote position, contributing to innovative projects across various industries. This is a senior-level role requiring significant expertise in mechanical system design, analysis, and project leadership. You will tackle complex engineering challenges, mentor junior team members remotely, and drive the technical direction of critical projects. Ideal candidates are proactive, possess strong communication skills, and excel in a remote work environment, making substantial contributions to our client's technological advancements from anywhere, supporting operations related to Benoni .

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of complex mechanical systems, from conceptualization through to production readiness.
• Perform advanced engineering analyses, including stress, thermal, vibration, and fatigue analysis, utilizing sophisticated simulation tools.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to a team of mechanical engineers and designers working remotely.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams (e.g., electrical, software, manufacturing) in a virtual setting to ensure integrated product development.
• Oversee the validation and testing processes, ensuring designs meet performance and reliability requirements.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of engineering processes, standards, and best practices within the organization.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field.
• 10+ years of experience in mechanical engineering, with a focus on design and analysis.
• Extensive experience with advanced CAD/CAE software (e.g., ANSYS, COMSOL, SolidWorks Simulation).
• Proven experience leading engineering projects and managing technical teams.
• Exceptional problem-solving abilities and a deep understanding of engineering principles.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively in a remote environment.

Benefits

• Exceptional salary package and performance bonuses.
• Fully remote work arrangement with flexible hours.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and life insurance.
• Generous budget for professional development, conferences, and training.
• Opportunity to work on diverse, high-impact projects with a leading company.