Remote Senior Mechanical Engineer - Lead Global Systems

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 1,479,000 - 2,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Health insurance

Home office budget

Remote work stipend

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer to join a globally distributed, fully remote team. You will lead the design and development of complex mechanical systems, driving innovation from concept to production.

The role emphasizes collaboration with international teams, mentoring junior engineers, and delivering high-quality solutions while managing remote project timelines. A Master’s degree and 8+ years in mechanical design are required.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required in Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum 8 years of progressive mechanical design experience.
• Proficiency with SolidWorks, ANSYS, and MATLAB.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and optimization of mechanical systems and components, ensuring robust and scalable solutions.
• Utilize advanced 3D CAD and CAE tools for detailed design, simulation, and analysis (FEA, CFD).
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional and international teams through digital collaboration platforms.
• Develop comprehensive technical specifications, design documentation, and test plans.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to the continuous improvement of engineering processes and best practices.
• Manage project timelines and deliverables for assigned engineering tasks in a remote setting.

Skills

Mechanical design

Remote collaboration

Project leadership

Mentoring

Education

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

ANSYS

MATLAB

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer to join a globally distributed, fully remote team. You will lead the design and development of complex mechanical systems, driving innovation from concept to production.

The role emphasizes collaboration with international teams, mentoring junior engineers, and delivering high-quality solutions while managing remote project timelines. A Master’s degree and 8+ years in mechanical design are required.