Lead Electrical Engineer

Placements24; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive package

Remote work

Health coverage

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Lead Electrical Engineer to drive remote engineering initiatives in a distributed team. You will guide design, development, and verification of electrical systems and products while setting technical direction and mentoring engineers.

This role requires a Master's in Electrical Engineering, 10+ years of experience with at least 3 in leadership, expertise in schematic capture, PCB layout, embedded systems, and power management.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering required.
• 10+ years of progressive electrical engineering experience, including leadership.
• Expertise in complex system design, schematic capture, and PCB layout.
• Strong knowledge of embedded systems, microcontrollers, FPGAs, and power management.
• Proven ability to mentor teams and manage remote projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead the electrical engineering team in design, development, and verification of new systems.
• Define technical strategies and roadmaps for electrical projects.
• Provide mentoring to junior and mid-level engineers.
• Oversee lifecycle from concept to production release.
• Collaborate with Mechanical and Software leads for integrated development.
• Champion best practices in design, documentation, and testing.

Skills

Leadership

System design

Schematic capture

PCB layout

Embedded systems

Microcontrollers

FPGAs

Power management

Project management

Remote collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively seeking a seasoned and results-oriented Lead Electrical Engineer to spearhead their remote engineering initiatives. This leadership position requires a visionary individual who can guide a team of engineers in the design, development, and implementation of complex electrical systems and products. You will play a crucial role in setting technical direction, mentoring team members, and ensuring the successful delivery of high-quality electrical solutions. Working entirely remotely, you will leverage your expertise to drive innovation and foster a collaborative spirit amongst distributed team members, contributing directly to the company's technological advancements.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the electrical engineering team in the design, development, and verification of new electrical systems and products.
• Define technical strategies and roadmaps for electrical engineering projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Provide expert technical guidance and mentorship to junior and mid-level engineers.
• Oversee the entire lifecycle of electrical designs, from concept generation to production release and support.
• Collaborate with cross-functional leads (e.g., Mechanical, Software) to ensure integrated product development.
• Champion best practices in electrical design, documentation, and testing methodologies.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related advanced technical field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in electrical engineering, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Demonstrated expertise in complex system design, schematic capture, and PCB layout management.
• In-depth knowledge of embedded systems, microcontrollers, FPGAs, and power management techniques.
• Proven ability to manage projects, mentor teams, and drive technical innovation in a remote setting.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills.

Benefits

• Executive-level compensation package including a substantial base salary and bonus structure.
• Fully remote work environment with flexible hours.
• Premium health, vision, and dental insurance plans.
• Significant opportunities for career advancement and leadership development.
• A dynamic and innovative company culture that values expertise and contribution.