Senior Aerospace Mechanical Design Engineer - Remote

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work setup

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement plan with company match

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to lead the design, analysis, and development of high-performance aerospace components. This remote-first role supports operations in Benoni, combining autonomy with collaboration across a global engineering team.

You will use CATIA or Siemens NX for 3D modeling, perform FEA/CFD analyses, and drive design reviews to AS9100 standards. Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication are essential as you mentor junior engineers and

Qualifications

• Master's degree required in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.
• 10+ years of progressive mechanical design experience, preferably in aerospace components.
• Proven ability to lead technical projects and mentor junior engineers.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop aerospace mechanical components and systems, ensuring reliability and performance under extreme conditions.
• Use CATIA or Siemens NX for 3D modeling, assemblies, and drawings.
• Perform advanced FEA/CFD and vibration analyses to verify structural integrity and efficiency.
• Lead design reviews and contribute to technical documentation aligned with aerospace standards (AS9100).

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Remote collaboration

Aerospace experience

Education

Master's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

CATIA

Siemens NX

FEA/CFD tools

AS9100 knowledge

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to lead the design, analysis, and development of high-performance aerospace components. This remote-first role supports operations in Benoni, combining autonomy with collaboration across a global engineering team.

You will use CATIA or Siemens NX for 3D modeling, perform FEA/CFD analyses, and drive design reviews to AS9100 standards. Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication are essential as you mentor junior engineers and