Lead Electrical Systems Engineer (Remote)

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive compensation package

Fully remote work

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Professional development budget

Equity options

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an accomplished Lead Electrical Systems Engineer for a fully remote role supporting advanced engineering initiatives tied to Randburg operations. This senior position leads design, development, and deployment of complex electrical systems, providing technical direction and mentorship to a distributed team.

You will shape the future of electrical technology, drive architecture decisions, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-performance, reliable

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or Master’s in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 10+ years in electrical systems engineering with 3+ years in leadership roles.
• Expertise in power electronics, control systems, signal processing, or embedded systems.
• Strong communication and ability to lead remote teams effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership for the design and development of advanced electrical systems.
• Oversee end-to-end project lifecycle within a remote framework.
• Mentor a distributed team of electrical engineers.
• Define system architecture and select key components for integration.
• Conduct reviews to ensure performance, reliability and safety.

Skills

Leadership experience

Electrical systems engineering

Power electronics

Control systems

Signal processing

Embedded systems

Remote team leadership

Strategic thinking

Education

Ph.D./Master's in Electrical Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an accomplished Lead Electrical Systems Engineer for a fully remote position, supporting their advanced engineering initiatives that touch upon the Randburg area of operations. This senior role involves leading the design, development, and implementation of complex electrical systems, providing technical direction and mentorship to a distributed team. You will be instrumental in shaping the future of our client's electrical technologies, working on high-impact projects that demand innovation and robust solutions. The ideal candidate thrives in a remote leadership capacity, possesses exceptional technical acumen, and is adept at fostering collaboration across geographical boundaries. This is a pivotal role for a strategic thinker in electrical engineering .

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership and strategic direction for the design and development of advanced electrical systems.
• Oversee the end-to-end lifecycle of electrical system projects, from concept definition to deployment and support, within a remote framework.
• Mentor and guide a team of electrical engineers, fostering technical excellence and collaborative problem-solving.
• Define system architecture, select key components, and ensure the integration of subsystems into a cohesive whole.
• Conduct rigorous technical reviews, analysis, and validation to guarantee system performance, reliability, and safety.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, product management, and stakeholders to align electrical system development with business objectives.

Requirements

• Ph.D. or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related advanced technical field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in electrical systems engineering, with at least 3 years in a leadership or lead engineer role.
• Deep expertise in areas such as power electronics, control systems, signal processing, or embedded systems.
• Proven track record of successfully delivering complex, large-scale electrical systems.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, with a demonstrated ability to lead and inspire remote teams effectively.

Benefits

• Executive-level compensation package, including a substantial base salary, bonus potential, and equity options.
• Fully remote work environment, offering unparalleled flexibility and autonomy.
• Top-tier health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Generous budget for professional development, conferences, and home office enhancement.
• The opportunity to shape the technological direction of a leading company in the electrical engineering industry, influencing innovation from wherever you work, with ties to the Randburg region.
• A culture that values groundbreaking ideas, high performance, and sustainable growth.