Remote Senior Mechanical Engineer – Global Projects Lead

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

International health coverage

Home office allowance

Performance bonuses

Work on international projects

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer to join a fully remote team supporting projects based out of Richards Bay. You will lead complex mechanical system design, perform advanced analyses, and drive innovations from a distance for global deployments.

Expect a proactive leader with a proven track record in CAD/CAE, remote collaboration, and delivering high-quality results. The role emphasizes autonomous work, cross-functional coordination, and mentoring junior

Qualifications

• Master's degree or Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering.
• 10+ years of experience in mechanical design, analysis, and project leadership.
• Expertise in advanced CAD/CAE software suites and simulation techniques.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of complex mechanical systems and equipment.
• Perform advanced engineering analysis including FEA, CFD, and vibration analysis to optimize performance and reliability.
• Develop technical specifications, manufacturing drawings, and comprehensive documentation for global deployment.
• Manage engineering projects from conception through to successful implementation, ensuring adherence to scope, budget, and timeline.
• Collaborate closely with manufacturing, R&D, and project management teams, leveraging remote collaboration tools effectively.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers and technicians remotely, ensuring knowledge transfer and skill development.

Skills

Leadership

Remote collaboration

Communication

Education

Master's or PhD in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD/CAE software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer to join a fully remote team supporting projects based out of Richards Bay. You will lead complex mechanical system design, perform advanced analyses, and drive innovations from a distance for global deployments.

Expect a proactive leader with a proven track record in CAD/CAE, remote collaboration, and delivering high-quality results. The role emphasizes autonomous work, cross-functional coordination, and mentoring junior