Senior Systems Mechanical Engineer — Remote & Innovate

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work stipend

Health insurance

Paid time off

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Systems Mechanical Engineer to join a fully remote team. The role focuses on the design, integration, and validation of complex electro‑mechanical systems, from concept through production, while collaborating with global engineering teams in a flexible, autonomous setting.

Ideal candidates bring a Master's in Mechanical Engineering with 8+ years in complex mechanical/electro‑mechanical design, strong system dynamics knowledge, and proficiency in CAD and

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in designing and integrating complex mechanical/electro‑mechanical systems.
• Strong understanding of system dynamics, control systems, and mechatronics.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design and integration of complex electro‑mechanical systems.
• Develop system architecture, component selection, and interface definitions for new products.
• Conduct system‑level testing, validation, and performance analysis.
• Collaborate with remote teams across software, electrical, and manufacturing disciplines.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues in design, development, and production phases.
• Create design specifications, test plans, and technical reports.

Skills

System-level design

Mechatronics

CAD software

Simulation tools

Remote collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Simulation software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Systems Mechanical Engineer to join a fully remote team. The role focuses on the design, integration, and validation of complex electro‑mechanical systems, from concept through production, while collaborating with global engineering teams in a flexible, autonomous setting.

Ideal candidates bring a Master's in Mechanical Engineering with 8+ years in complex mechanical/electro‑mechanical design, strong system dynamics knowledge, and proficiency in CAD and