Senior Mechanical Simulation Engineer (Remote)

Placements24; Randburg; Remote; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Mechanical Simulation Engineer for a remote SA-based role. You will conduct advanced FEA and CFD analyses to optimize product performance, durability and safety, translating results into actionable design guidance.

The role requires mentoring peers and refining simulation workflows in a globally distributed team. Ideal candidates hold a Master’s or PhD in mechanical/aerospace engineering with 8+ years of hands-on FEA/CFD experience using ANSYS, Abaqus or

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Mechanical or Aerospace engineering with a simulation focus.
• Minimum 8 years' professional experience in mechanical simulation using FEA/CFD.
• Hands-on with ANSYS, Abaqus or STAR-CCM+.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced FEA and CFD simulations to analyze stress, thermal, dynamic and fluid effects.
• Develop and validate complex simulation models with test data correlation.
• Interpret results and produce clear technical reports with design recommendations.
• Collaborate with design engineers, R&D, and product managers in a virtual environment.
• Stay current with simulation technologies, methods and best practices.
• Improve and refine simulation workflows and processes.
• Mentor junior engineers and share expertise across the team.
• Participate in virtual design reviews with expert analytical input.
• Identify design risks through predictive simulations and mitigation strategies.
• Ensure simulation work aligns with project timelines and deliverables.

Skills

FEA

CFD

Simulation

Education

Master's or PhD in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

ANSYS

Abaqus

STAR-CCM+

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a global innovator in materials science and engineering solutions, is seeking an accomplished Senior Mechanical Simulation Engineer to join their highly skilled team. This role is entirely remote, allowing you to contribute your expertise from anywhere in South Africa. You will be responsible for conducting advanced mechanical simulations, including Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), to analyze and optimize product performance, durability, and safety. This position demands a deep understanding of physical phenomena, exceptional analytical skills, and the ability to translate complex simulation results into actionable design recommendations. Our client is dedicated to a remote-first working model, ensuring robust support and collaboration tools for their distributed workforce. This is an exciting opportunity to drive engineering innovation and influence product development on a global scale, with the convenience of remote work. Your technical contributions will be vital to projects originating from the Gauteng area and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform advanced FEA and CFD simulations to analyze product behavior under various conditions (stress, thermal, dynamic, fluid flow).
• Develop and validate complex simulation models, ensuring accuracy and correlation with test data.
• Interpret simulation results and provide clear, concise technical reports with actionable recommendations for design improvements.
• Collaborate closely with design engineers, R&D teams, and product managers in a virtual environment.
• Stay current with the latest advancements in simulation technologies, methodologies, and best practices.
• Contribute to the development and refinement of simulation workflows and processes.
• Mentor junior simulation engineers and share expertise across the team.
• Participate in virtual design reviews and provide expert analytical insights.
• Identify and mitigate potential design risks through predictive simulation.
• Ensure simulation activities align with project timelines and deliverables.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field with a specialization in simulation and analysis.
• A minimum of 8 years of professional experience in mechanical simulation using FEA and/or CFD tools.
• Extensive hands-on experience with industry-standard simulation software (e.g., ANSYS, Abaqus, STAR-CCM+).
• Strong understanding of mechanics of materials, fluid dynamics, heat