Senior Mechanical Systems Engineer (Remote)

Placements24; Randburg; Híbrido; ZAR 1.997.000 - 2.995.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Executive compensation and bonuses

Remote work flexibility

Health/Dental/Vision plans

Professional development budget

Challenging, impactful projects

Collaborative remote culture

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Senior Mechanical Systems Engineer to join a globally distributed team on a fully remote basis. This leadership role demands expertise in design, integration, and optimization of complex mechanical systems for cutting-edge applications.

You will drive technical strategy, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-performance solutions.

Formación

• 10+ years of progressive experience in mechanical systems design and leadership.
• Expertise in system dynamics, control theory, and mechatronics.
• Proven ability to lead multi-disciplinary engineering projects remotely.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills in a global, remote team.

Responsabilidades

• Lead the architectural design and development of advanced mechanical systems.
• Perform FEA, CFD, and thermal analyses to validate designs.
• Create detailed documentation: specifications, P&IDs, assembly instructions.
• Collaborate with hardware, software, and control engineers for integration.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to a team of mechanical engineers.
• Identify and mitigate risks throughout the product lifecycle.

Conocimientos

System dynamics

Control theory

Mechatronics

Leadership

Educación

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering

PhD in Mechanical Engineering

Herramientas

CAD/CAE software suites

Simulation tools

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced and innovative Senior Mechanical Systems Engineer to join their globally distributed team, operating on a fully remote basis. This leadership role demands extensive expertise in the design, integration, and optimization of complex mechanical systems for cutting-edge applications. You will drive technical strategy, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-performance solutions. This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned professional to make a significant impact from anywhere in the world, working on challenging projects that define future technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the architectural design and development of advanced mechanical systems, ensuring scalability, reliability, and performance.
• Conduct rigorous engineering analyses, including FEA, CFD, and thermal analysis , to validate system designs and predict behavior under various conditions.
• Oversee the creation of detailed technical documentation, including specifications, P&IDs, and assembly instructions.
• Collaborate virtually with hardware, software, and control system engineers to achieve seamless system integration.
• Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and guidance to a team of mechanical engineers.
• Proactively identify and address potential risks and challenges throughout the product development lifecycle.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in mechanical systems design and engineering leadership.
• Expertise in system dynamics, control theory, and mechatronics.
• Deep proficiency with advanced CAD/CAE software suites and simulation tools.
• Demonstrated experience in leading complex, multi-disciplinary engineering projects.
• Proven ability to excel in a fully remote work environment, with strong communication and collaboration skills.

Benefits

• Executive-level compensation package including salary and significant performance bonuses.
• Complete remote work flexibility, allowing you to work from your preferred location.
• Premium health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Substantial professional development budget for training, conferences, and certifications.
• Opportunity to shape the future of technology with impactful projects.
• A highly collaborative and intellectually stimulating remote work culture.