Electrical Design Engineer - Telecommunications Infrastructure

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Retirement provisions

Continuous professional development

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an Electrical Design Engineer for a fully remote role within South Africa. You will design and plan electrical systems for telecom sites, including power supplies, backup power, grounding, and lightning protection. This role emphasizes CAD-based drafting and adherence to industry standards.

Requires a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering and 5+ years in telecom or related infrastructure, with strong analytical, communication, and remote-work capabilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in electrical design for telecom or related infrastructure.
• Proficiency with CAD software for electrical drawings (AutoCAD).
• Solid understanding of AC/DC power, grounding, and lightning protection.
• Experience with backup power systems (generators, UPS, batteries).
• Knowledge of telecom site infrastructure is a plus.
• Strong analytical, written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a remote team.

Responsibilities

• Design and specify electrical systems for telecom sites including power supply and backup power.
• Develop electrical drawings, schematics and documentation using CAD software.
• Perform load calculations, battery sizing and cable sizing.
• Design grounding and lightning protection for site safety.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards (TIA-942, NEBS, SANS) and company specs.
• Collaborate with network, civil engineers and project managers to integrate designs.
• Review site surveys and reports to inform design decisions.
• Troubleshoot and provide technical support for existing installations.
• Stay updated on new technologies and best practices in telecom power systems.

Skills

Electrical design

Telecom power systems

AC/DC power systems

AutoCAD

Analytical thinking

Remote teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent player in the telecommunications infrastructure sector, is seeking a talented Electrical Design Engineer to join their innovative and growing team. This role is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere within South Africa. You will be responsible for the electrical design and planning of telecommunication sites, including power systems, grounding, and lightning protection. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the expansion of vital communication networks, ensuring reliability and efficiency. We are looking for an engineer with a strong understanding of electrical principles as applied to telecommunications environments and who excels in a remote working setup. Your expertise will be crucial in designing robust and resilient power solutions for our network infrastructure across various locations.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and specify electrical systems for telecommunication sites, including power supply, backup power (generators, UPS), and distribution.
• Develop detailed electrical drawings, schematics, and documentation using CAD software.
• Perform electrical calculations for load requirements, battery sizing, and cable sizing.
• Design grounding and lightning protection systems to ensure site safety and equipment reliability.
• Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards (e.g., TIA-942, NEBS, SANS) and company specifications.
• Collaborate with network engineers, civil engineers, and project managers to integrate electrical designs into overall site plans.
• Review site surveys and technical reports to inform design decisions.
• Troubleshoot and provide technical support for existing electrical installations as needed.
• Stay updated on new technologies and best practices in telecommunications power systems.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in electrical design, with a focus on telecommunications or related infrastructure.
• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD) for electrical drawing production.
• Solid understanding of AC/DC power systems, grounding, and lightning protection principles.
• Experience with backup power systems (generators, UPS, batteries) is essential.
• Knowledge of telecommunications site infrastructure and equipment is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to work effectively in a remote team environment.
• Self-motivated and able to manage workload independently.

Benefits

This fully remote position offers excellent flexibility and the opportunity to work from home. Our client provides a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical and retirement provisions. Continuous professional development opportunities are available, including training on new technologies and industry best practices. You will be part of a dynamic and forward-thinking company that plays a critical role in the connectivity landscape. Enjoy a supportive team environment and the chance to work on challenging projects that shape the future of telecommunications.