Senior Mechanical Project Engineer

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 1,959,000 - 2,938,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Senior Mechanical Project Engineer to join a fully remote project delivery team. You will lead complex mechanical engineering projects from conception to completion, ensuring timelines, budgets, and quality standards while guiding cross-functional teams.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering, 10+ years in the field with at least 5 in project management, and a proven track record of managing multi-disciplinary projects using

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 10 years in mechanical engineering with at least 5 years in project management.
• Experience leading complex, multi-disciplinary engineering projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution, and delivery of multiple mechanical engineering projects.
• Develop project plans, timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Manage risks, issues, and changes with mitigation plans.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure success.
• Oversee design reviews, P&IDs, and equipment specifications.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulations, and company policies.
• Provide regular project status updates to senior management.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Negotiation

Remote work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced and results-oriented Senior Mechanical Project Engineer to join their fully remote project delivery team. This critical role involves managing and executing complex mechanical engineering projects from conception through to completion, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards. You will leverage your expertise in project management and mechanical engineering principles to lead cross-functional teams, mitigate risks, and deliver successful outcomes for diverse client needs. This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned professional to take ownership of significant projects and contribute to the company's strategic goals, working entirely from a remote location.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of multiple mechanical engineering projects concurrently.
• Develop project plans, timelines, budgets, and resource allocation strategies.
• Manage project risks, issues, and changes, implementing effective mitigation plans.
• Coordinate with internal engineering disciplines, external suppliers, and clients to ensure project success.
• Oversee the technical aspects of projects, including design reviews, P&IDs, and equipment specifications.
• Ensure projects comply with all relevant industry standards, regulations, and company policies.
• Provide regular project status updates and reports to senior management and stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• PMP certification is a strong asset.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in mechanical engineering, with at least 5 years in project management roles.
• Proven success in managing complex, multi-disciplinary engineering projects.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall).
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, remote work environment, managing diverse teams and projects effectively.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary package with project completion bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and professional development opportunities.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering exceptional flexibility.
• Opportunity to lead high-impact projects and drive innovation.
• Collaborative and supportive virtual team culture.