Remote Electrical Design Engineer

Placements24; Willows (CA); Hybrid; USD 49,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical and retirement benefits

Flexible working hours

Work from anywhere in South Africa

Professional certifications funding

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Remote Electrical Design Engineer to join our globally distributed engineering team. You will design electrical systems and contribute to product development from a home office.

The role requires a bachelor’s in electrical engineering, 6+ years’ experience, expertise in schematic capture, PCB layout and power electronics, plus strong independent work and remote collaboration skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of professional experience in electrical design engineering.
• Proven expertise in schematic capture, PCB layout, and power electronics design.
• Strong understanding of embedded systems, microcontrollers, and digital/analog circuit design.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines in a remote work environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for clear virtual collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical systems, circuits, and schematics for new product development and system upgrades using industry-standard software.
• Conduct detailed analysis, simulations, and calculations to ensure system performance, safety, and efficiency.
• Collaborate effectively with remote cross-functional teams, including mechanical engineers, software developers, and project managers, via virtual communication tools.
• Prepare comprehensive design documentation, technical specifications, and testing protocols.
• Troubleshoot electrical issues, provide remote technical support, and contribute to design revisions based on feedback and testing results.
• Research and evaluate new technologies and components to enhance product capabilities and reduce costs.

Skills

Schematic capture

PCB layout

Power electronics design

Embedded systems

Microcontrollers

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and self-motivated Remote Electrical Design Engineer to join their globally distributed engineering team. This position offers the flexibility to work from anywhere within South Africa, focusing on the conceptualization, design, and development of innovative electrical systems and components. You will be a key contributor to projects, collaborating virtually with international teams to deliver high-quality electrical solutions. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem-solver with a proven track record in electrical design and a strong ability to work autonomously in a remote setting. Embrace the future of work with this exciting opportunity to shape groundbreaking technologies from the comfort of your home office.

Key Responsibilities

• Design electrical systems, circuits, and schematics for new product development and system upgrades using industry-standard software.
• Conduct detailed analysis, simulations, and calculations to ensure system performance, safety, and efficiency.
• Collaborate effectively with remote cross-functional teams, including mechanical engineers, software developers, and project managers, via virtual communication tools.
• Prepare comprehensive design documentation, technical specifications, and testing protocols.
• Troubleshoot electrical issues, provide remote technical support, and contribute to design revisions based on feedback and testing results.
• Research and evaluate new technologies and components to enhance product capabilities and reduce costs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of professional experience in electrical design engineering.
• Proven expertise in schematic capture, PCB layout, and power electronics design.
• Strong understanding of embedded systems, microcontrollers, and digital/analog circuit design.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines in a remote work environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for clear virtual collaboration.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary commensurate with experience and remote work arrangement.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits package.
• Flexible working hours and the freedom to work from any location in South Africa.
• Access to online learning platforms and funding for professional certifications.
• Opportunity to work on diverse and technologically advanced projects from home.