Senior Mechanical Systems Engineer

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Flexible hours

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Mechanical Systems Engineer for a fully remote role. The position focuses on managing complex mechanical systems through their lifecycle, from design to testing, with a distributed team across the organization.

The ideal candidate brings 10+ years of experience in mechanical systems design, expertise in system-level integration, and strong proficiency in FEA/CFD. This remote role offers autonomy, competitive pay, and opportunities to influence high-profile

Qualifications

• Master's degree or PhD in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in mechanical systems design and analysis.
• Expertise in system-level design, integration, and testing.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement sophisticated mechanical systems and subsystems.
• Perform advanced engineering analysis, including FEA and CFD, to ensure system integrity and performance.
• Collaborate remotely with cross-functional teams to integrate mechanical components seamlessly.
• Develop and maintain technical specifications, design documentation, and test procedures.
• Oversee the integration and testing of systems, troubleshooting any issues that arise.
• Contribute to system architecture decisions and technology roadmaps.

Skills

System-level design

Remote collaboration

Leadership ability

FEA/CFD analysis

Education

Master's or PhD in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

FEA software

CFD software

Simulation tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively recruiting a Senior Mechanical Systems Engineer to join their fully remote, forward-thinking engineering division. This role requires a seasoned professional adept at managing complex mechanical systems throughout their lifecycle. You will be responsible for designing, analyzing, and optimizing intricate systems, working collaboratively with a distributed team of experts. The focus will be on delivering robust, scalable, and efficient mechanical solutions that align with the company's strategic objectives. This is an ideal position for an experienced engineer seeking a challenging remote role that offers significant autonomy and the chance to make a substantial impact on high-profile projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement sophisticated mechanical systems and subsystems.
• Perform advanced engineering analysis, including FEA and CFD, to ensure system integrity and performance.
• Collaborate remotely with cross-functional teams, including software and hardware engineers, to integrate mechanical components seamlessly.
• Develop and maintain technical specifications, design documentation, and test procedures.
• Oversee the integration and testing of systems, troubleshooting any issues that arise.
• Contribute to system architecture decisions and technology roadmaps.

Requirements

• Master's degree or Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in mechanical systems design and analysis.
• Expertise in system-level design, integration, and testing.
• Proficiency in advanced simulation tools and modeling techniques.
• Strong understanding of control systems and mechatronics.
• Proven ability to lead technical initiatives and collaborate effectively in a remote environment.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and bonus structure.
• Fully remote work arrangement with flexible hours.
• Premium health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Generous retirement savings plan contributions.
• Access to cutting-edge technology and professional growth opportunities.