Remote Senior Mechanical Systems Engineer

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision insurance

Stock options

Retirement savings plan

Professional development opportunities

Remote work flexibility

Job summary

Our client is seeking a highly experienced Senior Mechanical Systems Engineer for a fully remote role. You will lead architecture and integration of complex mechanical systems across distributed teams, delivering robust, high-performance solutions.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years of experience in mechanical design, expertise in multi-physics simulations and CAD/CAE, and strong collaboration skills for remote environments.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering; PhD preferred.
• 10+ years of experience leading complex mechanical system projects.
• Expertise in multi-physics simulations and CAD/CAE tools.
• Strong verbal and written communication for remote team work.

Responsibilities

• Lead architecture and detailed design of complex mechanical systems and subsystems.
• Perform thermal, vibration, and structural analyses to optimize performance.
• Develop system requirements, specifications and validation plans.
• Collaborate with software, electrical, and control engineers in a remote setting to enable integrated product development.
• Troubleshoot system-level issues across distributed teams.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to best practices.

Skills

Project leadership

Remote collaboration

Analytical thinking

System-level design

Mechatronics knowledge

Education

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering

PhD preferred

Tools

CAD/CAE platforms

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced and innovative Senior Mechanical Systems Engineer for a fully remote position, working remotely from anywhere. This critical role involves the design, integration, and validation of complex mechanical systems that form the backbone of our client's advanced products. You will take ownership of system-level design challenges, collaborating with distributed teams of engineers and technical experts to deliver robust, high-performance solutions. The ideal candidate is a self-starter, possesses exceptional analytical skills, and thrives in a dynamic, independent working environment, shaping the future of mechanical system design.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the architecture and detailed design of complex mechanical systems, ensuring seamless integration of subsystems.
• Perform advanced simulations and analyses, including thermal, vibration, and structural assessments, to optimize system performance.
• Develop comprehensive system requirements, specifications, and validation plans.
• Collaborate effectively with software, electrical, and control engineers in a remote setting to achieve integrated product development.
• Troubleshoot complex system-level issues and implement effective solutions across distributed teams.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to the development of best practices for system design and engineering processes.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field; PhD preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in mechanical system design, with a proven track record of leading complex projects.
• Expertise in multi-physics simulation tools and advanced CAD/CAE platforms .
• Deep understanding of mechatronics, control systems, and their interaction with mechanical components.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities, vital for a fully remote role.

Benefits

• Highly attractive salary and comprehensive bonus structure.
• Full health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Generous stock options and retirement savings benefits.
• Extensive professional development opportunities and conference attendance support.
• The full flexibility and autonomy of a remote work arrangement.