Electrical Engineer - Remote Projects

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 800,000 - 1,761,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Flexible schedule

Career development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly motivated Electrical Engineer to join its global team in a remote-first capacity. You will design, develop, and implement electrical systems for international clients from your home office, collaborating across time zones.

The role emphasizes remote collaboration, CAD design (AutoCAD Electrical, Revit MEP), and compliance with standards. You will coordinate with field teams and clients, delivering documentation and updates from East London liaison points.

Qualifications

• BEng or BSc in Electrical Engineering.
• 7+ years of electrical engineering experience.
• Proficiency with CAD and simulation tools.
• Ability to work remotely in distributed teams.
• Strong communication and time management.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical design from concept to implementation for remote projects.
• Develop schematics and specifications for power and control systems.
• Use CAD and simulation software to produce drawings.
• Ensure designs meet international standards and local regs.
• Coordinate with remote teams and clients.

Skills

Electrical design

AutoCAD Electrical

Revit MEP

Remote collaboration

Communication

Education

BEng or BSc in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

Revit MEP

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Electrical Engineer to join their global team, focusing on projects that can be managed remotely. This role offers the unique opportunity to work from anywhere, contributing to the design, development, and implementation of electrical systems for a variety of international clients. You will collaborate with diverse teams across different time zones, utilizing advanced communication and project management tools to ensure successful project delivery. This is an ideal position for a self-starter who thrives in a flexible, remote-first work environment and possesses strong technical acumen in electrical engineering principles.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage electrical engineering aspects of projects, from initial concept through to final implementation, with a focus on remote collaboration.
• Develop comprehensive electrical designs, schematics, and specifications for power systems, control systems, and related infrastructure.
• Utilize CAD and simulation software to create detailed engineering drawings and analyze system performance.
• Ensure all designs comply with international standards, local regulations, and client-specific requirements.
• Coordinate effectively with remote project teams, clients, and third-party stakeholders through virtual channels.
• Provide technical support and guidance to field teams and contractors remotely.
• Prepare technical documentation, reports, and project updates for remote distribution.

Requirements

• BEng or BSc in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in electrical engineering, with a proven ability to manage projects remotely.
• Strong proficiency in electrical design software (e.g., AutoCAD Electrical, Revit MEP) and simulation tools.
• Solid understanding of power distribution, control systems, instrumentation, and safety protocols.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and time management skills essential for remote work.
• Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and collaborate effective in a distributed, international team setting.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for performance-based incentives.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering unparalleled flexibility.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits applicable to remote employees.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development through online resources and virtual training.
• Work on challenging and diverse projects with a global reach, contributing to innovation from your home office, with liaison points in East London .