Lead Electrical Hardware Engineer

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Equity options

Professional development budget

Global team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Electrical Hardware Engineer for a fully remote role supporting Pretoria-based projects. You will guide a team of engineers, set technical direction, and drive the design and testing of advanced hardware for embedded applications.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in electrical hardware, strong analog/digital design, and hands-on PCB and power electronics experience. Remote collaboration is key.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in electrical hardware design, with lead or senior roles.
• Expert in analog and digital circuit design, power electronics, and PCB layout.
• Experience with microcontrollers, FPGAs, and interfaces SPI/I2C/USB/Ethernet.
• Ability to lead teams and manage complex technical projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end electrical hardware development from concept to production.
• Design complex boards, schematics, and power management for embedded systems.
• Select components/vendors to meet performance, cost, reliability goals.
• Mentor and lead hardware engineers; guide technical direction.
• Define robust hardware testing and validation strategies.
• Collaborate with software teams for hardware-software integration.
• Troubleshoot hardware issues during development and field.
• Contribute to technology roadmaps and R&D initiatives.

Skills

Team leadership

Analog design

Digital design

Power electronics

PCB layout

Microcontrollers

FPGAs

SPI/I2C

USB

Ethernet

Firmware development

Agile

Remote collaboration

Education

Master's or PhD in Electrical Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic and rapidly growing technology firm specializing in advanced automation and control systems, is seeking an exceptional Lead Electrical Hardware Engineer for a fully remote position. While based operationally for our client's needs concerning **Pretoria**-based projects, this role offers the flexibility of remote work. You will be responsible for leading the design, development, and testing of innovative electrical hardware solutions for our next generation of intelligent products. This leadership role involves guiding a team of hardware engineers, setting technical direction, and ensuring the highest standards of quality and performance. The ideal candidate is a visionary with extensive experience in complex hardware design, a passion for innovation, and the ability to manage projects and mentor team members effectively in a virtual setting. Join us in shaping the future of industrial automation from wherever you are.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the entire electrical hardware development lifecycle, from concept generation to production release.
• Design and develop complex circuit boards, schematics, and power management systems for embedded applications.
• Oversee the selection of components, vendors, and technologies to meet performance, cost, and reliability targets.
• Manage and mentor a team of electrical hardware engineers, providing technical guidance and fostering professional growth.
• Define and implement robust hardware testing and validation strategies.
• Collaborate closely with software development teams to ensure seamless hardware-software integration.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex hardware issues encountered during development or in the field.
• Contribute to strategic technology roadmaps and R&D initiatives.

Requirements

• Master's degree or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering or a closely related field.
• 10+ years of hands-on experience in electrical hardware design, with a significant portion in a lead or senior capacity.
• Proven expertise in analog and digital circuit design, power electronics, and PCB layout best practices.
• Experience with microcontrollers, FPGAs, and various communication interfaces (e.g., SPI, I2C, USB, Ethernet).
• Demonstrated ability to lead engineering teams and manage complex technical projects.
• Strong understanding of firmware development processes and hardware-software interaction.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Experience working in an agile development environment and familiarity with remote collaboration tools.

Benefits

• A highly attractive compensation package including a competitive base salary and equity options.
• Significant flexibility with a fully remote work arrangement.
• Opportunity to lead innovation in a cutting-edge technology company.
• Professional development budget for conferences, courses, and certifications.
• Direct impact on product strategy and development.
• Collaborate with a talented and motivated international team.