Senior Remote Mechanical Design Engineer – Innovative Systems

Placements24

Polokwane

Hybrid

ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000

Full time

7 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Remote work premium
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Flexible remote hours
Professional development budget
Access to simulation software

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Mechanical Design Engineer to contribute to advanced projects from anywhere, with oversight for Limpopo initiatives around Polokwane. The role emphasizes innovative design, simulation-driven development, and collaboration within a distributed team.

Required qualifications include a Master’s or PhD in Mechanical Engineering, 8+ years in complex design, and expert CAD/CAE proficiency.

Qualifications

  • Master’s or PhD in Mechanical Engineering with emphasis on design and analysis.
  • Extensive experience in designing complex mechanical systems or components (8+ years).
  • Expert proficiency in CAD/CAE software and simulation environments.
  • Experience with additive manufacturing, advanced materials, or mechatronics.

Responsibilities

  • Conceptualize and design advanced mechanical systems and components focusing on innovation and performance.
  • Perform complex simulations and analyses (FEA, CFD) to optimize designs.
  • Research and evaluate new materials and manufacturing processes for advanced projects.
  • Collaborate with a distributed, cross-functional team of engineers and researchers.
  • Develop comprehensive technical documentation including drawings, specifications, and reports.
  • Stay current with emerging technologies to drive continuous innovation.

Skills

Remote work
CAD/CAE
FEA/CFD
Independent work

Education

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering
PhD in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD software
CAE software
FEA/CFD tools
Additive manufacturing tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Mechanical Design Engineer to contribute to advanced projects from anywhere, with oversight for Limpopo initiatives around Polokwane. The role emphasizes innovative design, simulation-driven development, and collaboration within a distributed team.

Required qualifications include a Master’s or PhD in Mechanical Engineering, 8+ years in complex design, and expert CAD/CAE proficiency.

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