Principal Electrical Engineer - Remote Systems

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive-level benefits

Stock options or equity

Remote work flexibility

Home office setup allowance

Health, dental, and vision coverage

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer to drive architecture and technical strategy for remote monitoring and control systems with a globally distributed team. The role emphasizes leadership in power electronics, embedded electronics, and robust system design.

The ideal candidate holds a Master's or PhD in Electrical Engineering with a specialization in Power Systems or Electronics, plus 12+ years of experience including a principal/lead architect role.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering with specialization in Power Systems or Electronics.
• 12+ years of progressive electrical engineering experience, including at least 5 years as principal/lead architect.
• Experience designing electrical systems for remote monitoring and control (SCADA, IoT, grid).

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical system architecture and design for new remote monitoring products and platforms.
• Define and maintain high-level electrical engineering standards and guidelines for distributed and remote systems.
• Provide expert consultation on power systems, embedded electronics, and communication interfaces.
• Evaluate key electrical components ensuring performance, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of electrical systems.
• Develop and oversee rigorous testing and validation strategies for electrical designs.
• Mentor engineers and foster technical growth within global teams.
• Stay abreast of advancements in power electronics, IoT, and grid communication technologies.

Skills

Leadership

Architectural design

Technical strategy

Mentorship

Remote work autonomy

Education

Master's or PhD in Electrical Engineering

Power Systems/Electronics specialization

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a global leader in distributed energy solutions, is seeking an exceptional Principal Electrical Engineer to join their fully remote team. This senior role is pivotal in driving the architectural design and technical strategy for their innovative remote monitoring and control systems. You will be instrumental in defining the electrical engineering standards, best practices, and technology roadmap for our cutting-edge products and services that operate across diverse geographical locations, with a strong emphasis on applications relevant to regions like Bloemfontein, Free State . This is a unique opportunity for a seasoned engineer to work from anywhere, leveraging your expertise to shape the future of smart grid technology and contribute to a more sustainable energy landscape. The role demands a deep understanding of power systems, embedded systems, communication protocols, and robust system design principles. We are looking for a visionary leader who can provide technical direction and mentorship to engineering teams globally, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence. Your contributions will directly impact the performance, reliability, and scalability of our client's advanced systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the electrical system architecture and design for new remote monitoring and control products and platforms.
• Define and maintain high-level electrical engineering standards, design guidelines, and best practices for distributed and remote systems.
• Provide expert technical consultation and guidance on complex electrical engineering challenges related to power systems, embedded electronics, and communication interfaces.
• Evaluate and select key electrical components and technologies, ensuring performance, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (software, firmware, mechanical, product management) to ensure seamless integration of electrical systems.
• Develop and oversee rigorous testing and validation strategies for electrical designs.
• Mentor and guide junior and senior engineers, fostering technical growth and knowledge sharing.
• Stay at the forefront of technological advancements in power electronics, IoT, and grid communication technologies.
• Contribute to strategic technology roadmapping and R&D initiatives.
• Ensure all designs meet relevant international standards and regulatory requirements for electrical safety and performance.

Requirements

• Master's degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering with a specialization in Power Systems or Electronics.
• A minimum of 12 years of progressive experience in electrical engineering, with at least 5 years in a principal or lead architect role focusing on complex systems.
• Extensive experience in the design of electrical systems for applications requiring remote monitoring and control (e.g., SCADA, IoT devices, grid infrastructure).
• Deep understanding of power electronics, embedded systems design, microcontrollers, and digital/analog circuit design.
• Expertise in communication protocols relevant to industrial and remote systems (e.g., Modbus, DNP3, MQTT, LoRaWAN).
• Proven track record of leading architectural design and technical strategy development.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.
• Outstanding communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence technical direction globally.
• Ability to work autonomously and effectively in a fully remote setting.
• Self-motivated with a passion for innovation and continuous learning.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and executive-level benefits package.
• Significant stock options or equity participation.
• Complete remote work flexibility, allowing work from anywhere.
• Generous home office setup allowance.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Professional development budget for conferences, training, and certifications.
• Unique opportunity to shape global energy technology.