Lead Electrical Design Engineer

Placements24; United States; Remote; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity potential

Fully remote with flexible hours

Leadership of groundbreaking projects

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Home office allowance

Professional development allowance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Lead Electrical Design Engineer for a fully remote position. You will lead the design of advanced electrical systems, guide a team of engineers, and set design standards across global product initiatives.

This role emphasizes autonomy, cross-functional collaboration with product, hardware, and software teams, and a strong focus on power electronics, embedded systems, and signal integrity. Welkom-based remote work expectations are noted.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in electrical design, with a strong focus on complex system architecture.
• Proven experience leading engineering teams and managing design projects.
• Expertise in power electronics, embedded systems, and signal integrity.
• Proficiency with simulation and modeling tools (e.g., ANSYS, SPICE, MATLAB).
• Exceptional communication and collaboration skills, suitable for a fully remote role based out of Welkom.

Responsibilities

• Lead the electrical design process from conceptualization through to detailed design and validation.
• Develop and maintain high-level electrical system architectures and specifications.
• Mentor and guide junior electrical engineers, fostering a collaborative and innovative design culture.
• Oversee the selection of components, performance analysis, and adherence to design standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams remotely to ensure seamless integration of electrical systems with other product components.
• Drive continuous improvement in design processes and methodologies.

Skills

Power electronics

Embedded systems

Signal integrity

Team leadership

Remote collaboration

Circuit simulation

Education

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ANSYS

SPICE

MATLAB

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced and forward-thinking Lead Electrical Design Engineer for a fully remote position. This pivotal role involves leading the design of innovative electrical systems for a range of cutting-edge technological projects. You will guide a team of engineers, set design standards, and ensure the technical excellence of all electrical engineering outputs. Working remotely, you will collaborate closely with product development, hardware, and software teams across different time zones. This opportunity is ideal for a seasoned professional who excels in a virtual environment and is passionate about shaping the future of electrical system design. The position offers significant autonomy and the chance to influence product direction.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the electrical design process from conceptualization through to detailed design and validation.
• Develop and maintain high-level electrical system architectures and specifications.
• Mentor and guide junior electrical engineers, fostering a collaborative and innovative design culture.
• Oversee the selection of components, performance analysis, and adherence to design standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams remotely to ensure seamless integration of electrical systems with other product components.
• Drive continuous improvement in design processes and methodologies.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in electrical design, with a strong focus on complex system architecture.
• Proven experience leading engineering teams and managing design projects.
• Expertise in power electronics, embedded systems, and signal integrity.
• Proficiency with simulation and modeling tools (e.g., ANSYS, SPICE, MATLAB).
• Exceptional communication and collaboration skills, suitable for a fully remote role based out of Welkom.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and potential for equity.
• Fully remote work structure with flexible hours.
• Opportunity to lead groundbreaking projects and influence technology roadmaps.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Generous allowance for home office setup and professional development.