Senior Robotics Mechanical Engineer – Remote

Placements24; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Health insurance

Stock options

Professional development budget

Home office setup allowance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Robotics Mechanical Engineer to join a remote-first engineering team focused on designing and developing advanced robotic systems. You will craft mechanical solutions for robotic arms, grippers, and mobile platforms, collaborating with electrical, software, and control engineers.

The role requires 7+ years in robotics/mechatronics, strong CAD/FEA skills, and proactive problem-solving. Travel and on-site expectations are minimal due to remote work arrangements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 7+ years of mechanical design experience in robotics, automation, or mechatronics.
• Proficient in 3D CAD (SolidWorks, Onshape) with GD&T.
• Experience with mechanical simulations and FEA for dynamic systems.
• Familiar with actuators, motors, gearboxes, bearings used in robotics.
• Understanding of control systems and their integration with mechanical hardware.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities; proactive in addressing challenges.
• Strong communication skills; able to work in a remote, collaborative team.

Responsibilities

• Design and integrate mechanical components and systems for robotic applications (arms, grippers, chassis, sensors).
• Use CAD software for 3D modeling and manufacturing drawings.
• Perform stress, fatigue, and kinematic analyses (FEA).
• Select materials, motors, actuators, sensors with performance and cost in mind.
• Collaborate with electrical, software, and control engineers for integration.
• Develop and execute test plans to validate designs and performance.
• Document designs, BOMs, and technical reports.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication

Leadership

Remote collaboration

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Onshape

FEA software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Robotics Mechanical Engineer to join a remote-first engineering team focused on designing and developing advanced robotic systems. You will craft mechanical solutions for robotic arms, grippers, and mobile platforms, collaborating with electrical, software, and control engineers.

The role requires 7+ years in robotics/mechatronics, strong CAD/FEA skills, and proactive problem-solving. Travel and on-site expectations are minimal due to remote work arrangements.