Senior Principal Mechanical Engineer, Renewable Energy

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Medical and dental coverage

Retirement fund

Vacation time

International travel

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Principal Mechanical Engineer in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, to lead design and development of advanced mechanical systems for renewable energy projects. You will guide multi-disciplinary teams, conduct sophisticated CAE analyses, and ensure safety and reliability across the lifecycle.

The role requires a Master’s or PhD in mechanical engineering, 10+ years of experience in energy infrastructure, and strong leadership with a track record in heavy industrial environments.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Mechanical Engineering or closely related field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in mechanical engineering, with focus on energy infrastructure or related industries.
• Proven ability to design and analyze complex mechanical systems and components.

Responsibilities

• Lead the conceptualization, design, and implementation of large-scale mechanical systems for renewable energy infrastructure.
• Provide expert guidance and mentorship to mechanical engineering teams through project lifecycles.
• Carry out advanced CAE analyses (structural, thermal, fatigue) using industry tools.
• Develop and oversee rigorous testing and validation protocols for new designs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless project integration and compliance with codes and standards.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Problem solving

Strategic thinking

Education

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering

PhD in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

ANSYS

SolidWorks

ABAQUS

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Principal Mechanical Engineer in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, to lead design and development of advanced mechanical systems for renewable energy projects. You will guide multi-disciplinary teams, conduct sophisticated CAE analyses, and ensure safety and reliability across the lifecycle.

The role requires a Master’s or PhD in mechanical engineering, 10+ years of experience in energy infrastructure, and strong leadership with a track record in heavy industrial environments.