Remote Senior Mechanical Engineer - R&D & Innovation

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 1,492,000 - 2,156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive salary and bonuses

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Flexible remote work with home office

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Mechanical Engineer to join their innovative R&D team in a fully remote role. You will conceptualize, design, and develop novel mechanical solutions and technologies, collaborating with a globally distributed team.

The position requires a Master's or PhD in Mechanical Engineering, 5+ years of experience, and proficiency with ANSYS, COMSOL, and CAD software. Strong communication and independent project management are essential.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of mechanical design, R&D, or product development.
• Expertise in ANSYS and COMSOL and CAD software.
• Proven track record of innovation and delivering R&D outcomes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for remote work.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting.

Responsibilities

• Lead conceptualization and design of new mechanical systems and products for R&D initiatives.
• Conduct advanced simulations and analyses (e.g., FEA, CFD) to validate designs and predict performance.
• Develop prototypes, perform rigorous testing, and document findings comprehensively.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including software, electrical, and materials engineers, in a virtual environment.
• Research emerging technologies and methodologies to identify opportunities for innovation.
• Prepare detailed technical reports, patents, and presentations to communicate findings and project status.

Skills

Mechanical design

R&D experience

Remote collaboration

Analytical skills

Education

MEng or PhD in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

ANSYS

COMSOL

CAD software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Mechanical Engineer to join their innovative R&D team in a fully remote role. You will conceptualize, design, and develop novel mechanical solutions and technologies, collaborating with a globally distributed team.

The position requires a Master's or PhD in Mechanical Engineering, 5+ years of experience, and proficiency with ANSYS, COMSOL, and CAD software. Strong communication and independent project management are essential.