Remote Electrical Engineering Lead

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive-level compensation

Fully remote work with flexible hours

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Professional development budget

Global project exposure

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an experienced Remote Electrical Engineering Lead to guide engineering efforts from anywhere in the world. This leadership role sets technical direction, mentors engineers, and ensures delivery of innovative solutions from a Kimberley base.

You will oversee remote teams, define best practices, and drive projects to successful completion while staying current with industry trends and technologies.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering required.
• 10+ years of experience in electrical engineering, with leadership exposure.
• Proven remote team leadership experience is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a remote engineering team of electrical engineers.
• Oversee design, development and implementation of complex electrical systems.
• Establish and enforce standards, processes and best practices.
• Collaborate with product management to define roadmaps and requirements.
• Conduct design reviews and provide constructive feedback.
• Stay updated on emerging technologies to drive innovation.

Skills

Leadership & team management

Remote team leadership

Electrical engineering

Power, control or embedded systems

Education

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Remote Electrical Engineering Lead to guide their engineering efforts from anywhere in the world. This leadership role is instrumental in setting the technical direction for electrical engineering projects, managing a remote team of engineers, and ensuring the successful delivery of innovative solutions. You will leverage your expertise to mentor team members, define best practices, and foster a collaborative, high-performance remote work environment. This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned professional looking to make a significant impact without the constraints of a traditional office setting, contributing to projects that extend the company's reach globally from their Kimberley base.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a remote team of electrical engineers, providing technical direction and mentorship.
• Oversee the design, development, and implementation of complex electrical systems and projects.
• Establish and enforce electrical engineering standards, processes, and best practices.
• Collaborate with product management and other departments to define project roadmaps and technical requirements.
• Conduct thorough design reviews and provide constructive feedback to the engineering team.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends to drive innovation and competitive advantage.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in electrical engineering, with at least 4 years in a leadership or management role.
• Proven experience leading and managing remote engineering teams effectively.
• Strong expertise in power systems, control systems, or embedded systems design.
• Excellent communication, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to drive projects to successful completion in a remote environment.

Benefits

• Highly attractive executive-level salary and bonus structure.
• Fully remote work arrangement with flexible hours.
• Premium health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Generous budget for professional development, conferences, and equipment.
• Opportunity to shape the future of electrical engineering within a globally recognized company.