Electrical Engineer - Industrial Projects (Remote)

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 950,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Home office allowance

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Electrical Engineer for a fully remote role handling industrial projects. You will design electrical systems, perform calculations, and generate drawings from a home office, collaborating with a global team.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years of industrial electrical experience, PLC/SCADA expertise, and proficiency in AutoCAD Electrical and EPLAN. This role offers global project exposure and flexible work arrangements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in electrical engineering with a focus on industrial projects.
• Experience with industrial control systems, PLC programming, and SCADA integration.
• Proficiency with electrical design software and simulation tools.
• Strong understanding of electrical safety standards and risk assessment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and design electrical systems for industrial facilities including power distribution, control systems, and automation solutions.
• Prepare detailed engineering drawings, specifications, and calculations using relevant software.
• Conduct site assessments and technical investigations remotely as required.
• Ensure designs adhere to industry standards, safety regulations, and client specs.
• Provide technical support during construction, commissioning, and operation.
• Collaborate with remote teams, vendors, and clients to achieve objectives.

Skills

Electrical design

PLC programming

SCADA integration

AutoCAD Electrical

EPLAN

Electrical safety

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

EPLAN

Simulation tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively seeking a skilled Electrical Engineer to join their dynamic team in a fully remote capacity , contributing to diverse industrial projects. This role is pivotal in providing expert electrical engineering support, from conceptual design through to project completion, ensuring all solutions are efficient, safe, and compliant. You will collaborate closely with a geographically dispersed team of engineers, project managers, and technicians, utilizing advanced communication tools to drive project success. This position offers an exceptional opportunity for an experienced professional to leverage their expertise in a flexible, home-based environment, working on challenging industrial applications and making a tangible impact without the need for a physical office presence in East London or elsewhere. If you are a self-starter with a strong technical background and thrive in a remote work setting, this role is ideally suited for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and design electrical systems for industrial facilities, including power distribution, control systems, and automation solutions.
• Prepare detailed engineering drawings, specifications, and calculations using relevant software.
• Conduct site assessments and technical investigations remotely or as required by project needs.
• Ensure all designs adhere to relevant industry standards, safety regulations, and client specifications.
• Provide technical support during the construction, commissioning, and operational phases of projects.
• Collaborate effectively with remote teams, vendors, and clients to achieve project objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in electrical engineering, with a strong focus on industrial projects.
• Proven experience with industrial control systems , PLC programming, and SCADA integration.
• Proficiency in electrical design software (e.g., AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN) and simulation tools.
• Strong understanding of electrical safety standards and risk assessment procedures.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and remote collaboration skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering excellent flexibility and work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement savings plan.
• Allowance for home office setup and continuous professional development.
• Opportunity to work on innovative and challenging industrial projects globally.