Remote Lead Electrical Design Engineer - Renewables

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 169,000 - 254,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Performance bonuses

Comprehensive benefits

Generous PTO

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a highly experienced Remote Lead Electrical Design Engineer to spearhead electrical design for utility-scale renewable energy projects globally, with a focus on South Africa. You will lead conceptualization through detailed engineering, ensuring safety, performance, and cost-effectiveness in a remote-first environment.

You will mentor a team of engineers, collaborate with clients and EPC partners, review designs and equipment specs, and stay ahead of standards like IEC/IEEE.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering is required.
• Master's degree or Pr.Eng registration is preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of electrical engineering experience, with at least 6 years on utility-scale renewables.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical design for utility-scale solar PV and wind projects.
• Develop comprehensive electrical design packages including diagrams and specs.
• Perform power system studies and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Mentor and manage a remote team of engineers and designers.
• Collaborate with clients, consultants, EPCs, and grid operators.
• Review deliverables, vendor submittals, and construction drawings.
• Manage schedules, budgets, and technical interfaces.

Skills

Electrical design leadership

Power system analysis

Remote team management

Vendor coordination

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's degree or Pr. Eng registration preferred

Tools

PSS/E

PSCAD

ETAP

DigSilent PowerFactory

Job description

Placements24 seeks a highly experienced Remote Lead Electrical Design Engineer to spearhead electrical design for utility-scale renewable energy projects globally, with a focus on South Africa. You will lead conceptualization through detailed engineering, ensuring safety, performance, and cost-effectiveness in a remote-first environment.

You will mentor a team of engineers, collaborate with clients and EPC partners, review designs and equipment specs, and stay ahead of standards like IEC/IEEE.