Senior Aerospace Mechanical Design Engineer (Hybrid)

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 900.000 - 1.500.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Hybrid work arrangement

Advanced training & certifications

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 seeks a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer with aerospace expertise in Stellenbosch, Western Cape, to lead design efforts on complex aerospace systems. You will mentor engineers, perform advanced CAD modeling, and ensure regulatory compliance across projects.

The role requires 7–10 years in mechanical design for aerospace, proficiency in CATIA V5/SolidWorks, and experience with FEA/CFD tools. A hybrid work arrangement and opportunities for certifications are offered.

Qualifikationen

• Master's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.
• 7–10 years of progressive mechanical design experience in aerospace.
• Proficiency in CATIA V5 and SolidWorks; FEA/CFD tools such as ANSYS or MSC Nastran.
• Deep knowledge of aerospace materials (composites, high-strength alloys).
• Familiarity with aerospace design principles, manufacturing processes, and regulatory frameworks.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent leadership and cross-functional communication skills.
• Experience with DFMEA and PFMEA is highly desirable.
• Ability to work in a hybrid work model.

Aufgaben

• Lead the design and development of mechanical systems for aerospace using CAD.
• Perform structural, thermal, and vibration analysis with FEA/CFD.
• Create 3D models, 2D drawings, BOMs and tolerances documents.
• Collaborate with manufacturing to optimize producibility and costs.
• Oversee prototype fabrication, assembly, testing, and validation.
• Ensure designs meet FAA/EASA regulations and performance specs.
• Mentor junior engineers and lead design reviews.
• Contribute to project planning and risk assessment.
• Stay current with aerospace tech and industry best practices.

Kenntnisse

Mechanical design

Aerospace systems

CATIA V5

SolidWorks

FEA/CFD

Regulatory standards

Leadership

Project mentoring

DFMEA/P-FMEA

Hybrid work

Ausbildung

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering

Tools

ANSYS

MSC Nastran

Jobbeschreibung

Placements24 seeks a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer with aerospace expertise in Stellenbosch, Western Cape, to lead design efforts on complex aerospace systems. You will mentor engineers, perform advanced CAD modeling, and ensure regulatory compliance across projects.

The role requires 7–10 years in mechanical design for aerospace, proficiency in CATIA V5/SolidWorks, and experience with FEA/CFD tools. A hybrid work arrangement and opportunities for certifications are offered.