Electrical Engineer - Industrial Power Distribution

Placements24; Richards Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 650,000 - 950,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Home office setup support

Health and retirement benefits

Paid time off

Exposure to diverse projects

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer specializing in industrial power distribution for a fully remote role. You will design, develop, and implement robust electrical systems for industrial facilities, including schematics, panel layouts, and power delivery, collaborating with site engineers and project managers to ensure safe, reliable operations.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering and minimum 6 years of industrial electrical design experience,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum 6 years in industrial electrical design and power distribution.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Electrical or similar ECAD.
• Knowledge of medium/low voltage systems and industrial automation.
• Experience with power system analysis software is advantageous.
• Excellent remote collaboration and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical systems for industrial facilities, including power distribution, motor control, and lighting.
• Create detailed electrical schematics, single-line diagrams, and panel layouts using CAD software.
• Specify electrical equipment such as transformers, switchgear, MCCs, and VFDs.
• Conduct site assessments and provide remote technical support for installation and commissioning activities.
• Perform power system studies, including load calculations, short circuit analysis, and protection coordination.
• Ensure all designs comply with relevant industry codes, standards (e.g., SANS, IEC), and safety regulations.

Skills

Electrical design

Power distribution

Remote collaboration

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

Power system analysis software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer with a specialization in industrial power distribution for a fully remote position. This role focuses on the design, development, and implementation of robust electrical systems for industrial facilities, ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient power delivery. You will be responsible for electrical schematics, panel designs, and troubleshooting complex power issues remotely, collaborating closely with site engineers and project managers. This is a unique opportunity to leverage your expertise in a flexible work environment, contributing to critical infrastructure projects across various industrial sectors. The successful candidate will be adept at managing projects from conception to completion with minimal on-site supervision.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical systems for industrial facilities, including power distribution, motor control, and lighting.
• Create detailed electrical schematics, single-line diagrams, and panel layouts using CAD software.
• Specify electrical equipment such as transformers, switchgear, MCCs, and VFDs.
• Conduct site assessments and provide remote technical support for installation and commissioning activities.
• Perform power system studies, including load calculations, short circuit analysis, and protection coordination.
• Ensure all designs comply with relevant industry codes, standards (e.g., SANS, IEC), and safety regulations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in industrial electrical design and power distribution.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Electrical or similar ECAD software.
• Strong understanding of medium and low voltage power systems, industrial automation, and control systems.
• Experience with power system analysis software is advantageous.
• Excellent communication and remote collaboration skills.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary with performance-based bonuses.
• Fully remote work arrangement with support for home office setup.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and retirement benefits.
• Paid time off and opportunities for professional development.
• Exposure to diverse industrial projects and cutting-edge technologies.