Remote Senior Mechanical Engineer for Automation

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,350,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive-level compensation with ...

Global health coverage

Home office setup budget

Fully remote work arrangements

Innovation in automation

Job summary

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Mechanical or Mechatronics engineering.
• 8+ years of experience designing automated machinery and robotic systems.
• Expertise in 3D CAD software (SolidWorks, Inventor) and automation simulation tools.
• Strong knowledge of control systems, pneumatics, hydraulics, and motion control.
• Proven ability to lead remote engineering teams and manage projects.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving for virtual collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead the mechanical design and development of automated systems, robotics, and SP machinery.
• Create detailed 3D models, assemblies, and manufacturing drawings using CAD software.
• Perform kinematic and dynamic analysis, stress calculations, and tolerance studies for automation systems.
• Collaborate with remote electrical engineers, software developers, and controls specialists to integrate mechanical and control systems.
• Specify and select actuators, sensors, and structural components.
• Oversee the virtual commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting of automated systems.

Skills

SolidWorks

3D CAD

Inventor

Control systems

Pneumatics

Hydraulics

Motion control

Remote collaboration

Project leadership

Education

Master's degree in Mechanical or Mechatronics Engineering

Tools

Simulation tools

Job description