Senior Product Development Engineer

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive pay

Health insurance

Paid time off

Professional development

Hybrid work model

Bonus opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Sandton is seeking a Senior Product Development Engineer to lead the full lifecycle from concept through market launch. You will collaborate with marketing, sales, and manufacturing to ensure products meet market needs and technical specs.

The role emphasizes CAD/CAE proficiency, PLM knowledge, and cross-functional leadership in a high-impact environment with a hybrid work model.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• 8+ years in product development and engineering with launch experience.
• Strong PLM processes and tools understanding.
• Expertise in CAD/CAE software and engineering analysis techniques.
• Excellent project management and cross-functional leadership.
• Excellent communication in a hybrid work environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead conceptualization, design, and development of new products.
• Oversee engineering design with CAD modeling, simulation, and analysis.
• Manage prototyping, testing, and validation for performance and quality.
• Collaborate with manufacturing to optimize for mass production (DFM/DFA).
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis to inform strategy.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers.

Skills

Product development

Engineering leadership

PLM knowledge

CAD/CAE analysis

Project management

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

CAD/CAE software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly motivated Senior Product Development Engineer for their innovative team in Sandton , offering a hybrid work model. This role is responsible for leading the entire product development lifecycle, from concept generation and feasibility studies through to design, prototyping, testing, and market launch. You will collaborate extensively with cross-functional teams, including marketing, sales, and manufacturing, to ensure products meet market demands and technical specifications. This is a challenging yet rewarding position for an experienced engineer looking to drive product innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the conceptualization, design, and development of new products, ensuring alignment with business objectives and market needs.
• Oversee the engineering design process, including detailed CAD modeling, simulation, and analysis.
• Manage the prototyping, testing, and validation phases, ensuring products meet performance, quality, and regulatory requirements.
• Work closely with manufacturing engineers to ensure designs are optimized for mass production (DFM/DFA).
• Conduct thorough market research and competitor analysis to inform product strategy and feature sets.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers on the product development team.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering , Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in product development and engineering, with a proven track record of launching successful products.
• Strong understanding of product lifecycle management (PLM) processes and tools.
• Expertise in CAD/CAE software and various engineering analysis techniques.
• Excellent project management skills and experience leading cross‑functional teams.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, suitable for a hybrid work environment.

Benefits

• Executive-level salary and bonus opportunities.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Generous paid time off and flexible working schedule.
• Significant investment in professional development and continuous learning.
• Opportunity to shape the future of the company's product portfolio.
• A dynamic and collaborative hybrid work culture that fosters innovation.