Senior Mechanical Design Engineer (Remote)

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive salary

Remote work

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Life insurance

Generous paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Home office setup allowance

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer for a fully remote role in the automotive and industrial automation sector. You will own the complete design lifecycle from concept to production support, leading complex mechanical systems and guiding a distributed team.

The ideal candidate has a Master's in Mechanical Engineering with 7+ years of deep experience in 3D CAD (CATIA/SolidWorks) and simulation (ANSYS/Abaqus). Strong remote collaboration and documentation skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 7+ years in mechanical design in industrial automation or automotive equipment.
• Experience with 3D CAD and simulation tools (CATIA/SolidWorks; ANSYS/Abaqus).

Responsibilities

• Lead the mechanical design and development of complex machinery and automation systems for the automotive industry.
• Generate detailed 3D CAD models, assemblies, and manufacturing drawings.
• Conduct FEA, stress, strain, and fatigue analyses to ensure design robustness.
• Develop and validate design requirements, specifications, and performance metrics.
• Collaborate with remote cross-functional teams to deliver integrated solutions.
• Drive design for manufacturability and assembly with global partners.
• Provide technical guidance to junior engineers within a distributed team.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement effective solutions.
• Stay current with trends in automotive manufacturing and mechanical design.

Skills

Remote leadership

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Education

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CATIA

SolidWorks

ANSYS

Abaqus

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leader in advanced manufacturing solutions for the automotive sector, is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join their fully remote engineering department. This role is critical for designing and developing innovative mechanical systems and components that drive the efficiency and performance of automotive manufacturing processes. You will be responsible for the complete design lifecycle, from initial concept and prototyping to testing and production support, all while working remotely. The ideal candidate possesses a strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles, materials science, and a proven ability to manage complex design projects. This position is perfect for a seasoned engineer seeking a flexible, remote work arrangement while contributing to cutting-edge technology, with strategic oversight connected to East London, Eastern Cape.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the mechanical design and development of complex machinery and automation systems for the automotive industry.
• Generate detailed 3D CAD models, assemblies, and comprehensive manufacturing drawings using advanced software.
• Conduct advanced engineering analyses, including Finite Element Analysis (FEA), stress, strain, and fatigue analysis, to ensure design robustness.
• Develop and validate design requirements, technical specifications, and performance metrics.
• Collaborate effectively with remote cross-functional teams, including electrical engineers, control system engineers, and software developers, to deliver integrated solutions.
• Drive design for manufacturability (DFM) and assembly (DFA) initiatives, working closely with manufacturing partners globally.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers within the distributed team.
• Perform root cause analysis on design challenges and implement effective solutions.
• Stay current with emerging trends and technologies in automotive manufacturing and mechanical design.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in mechanical design, with a significant focus on industrial automation or automotive manufacturing equipment.
• Expertise in 3D CAD software (e.g., CATIA, SolidWorks) and simulation tools (e.g., ANSYS, Abaqus).
• Strong knowledge of mechanical principles, material science, kinematics, and dynamics.
• Proven ability to lead complex design projects and drive innovation in a remote environment.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking capabilities.
• Outstanding communication, documentation, and interpersonal skills, adapted for remote collaboration.
• Demonstrated success in bringing advanced mechanical systems from concept to production.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based incentive programs.
• Comprehensive remote work benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plan, and life insurance.
• Generous paid time off and flexible working hours to support work-life balance.
• Professional development opportunities, including access to online courses and industry certifications.
• Opportunity to work on state-of-the-art automation technologies for the automotive sector.
• Home office setup allowance and ongoing technology support.
• Be part of a collaborative and globally distributed team driving automotive innovation.
• Direct impact on manufacturing efficiency and product quality.