Principal Electrical Systems Architect

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 1,800,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation package

Stock options

Annual performance bonuses

Flexible working arrangements

Premium medical, dental, vision cover

Job summary

Placements24 in Rustenburg, North West, seeks a Principal Electrical Systems Architect to define architectural vision and lead high-level design of advanced electrical systems. You will mentor teams and shape technology strategy in a fast-paced R&D setting.

The role emphasizes expertise in power electronics, DSP, embedded systems, and system integration, with strong leadership and communication skills to influence across hardware, software, and product management.

Qualifications

• PhD or master's in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 15+ years of experience in electrical engineering with focus on systems architecture.
• Experience designing large-scale, high-performance electrical systems.
• Expertise in power electronics, DSP, embedded systems, and system integration.
• Strong leadership, communication, and presentation skills.
• Experience with modeling, simulation, and analysis techniques.
• Knowledge of hardware description languages and FPGA design is beneficial.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, R&D environment in Rustenburg.

Responsibilities

• Define the architectural vision and technical roadmap for complex electrical systems.
• Lead high-level design of new electrical systems and subsystems for scalability and reliability.
• Translate business needs into robust system architectures.
• Mentor engineering teams throughout design and development lifecycle.
• Evaluate technologies and methodologies for implementation.
• Perform deep-dive analyses and performance modeling.
• Collaborate with hardware, software, and product management teams.
• Identify risks early and champion best practices in safety and compliance.
• Represent the company's technical vision in forums.

Skills

System architecture

Power electronics

Embedded systems

Digital signal processing

Leadership & communication

Education

PhD in Electrical Engineering

Master's in Electrical Engineering

Tools

HDL (VHDL/Verilog)

FPGA design tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a globally recognized leader in advanced technology solutions, is seeking an exceptional Principal Electrical Systems Architect to join their innovative research and development division in Rustenburg, North West . This senior-level position is critical for defining the architectural vision and technical strategy for complex electrical systems that power next-generation products. You will be responsible for high-level design, conceptualization, and the technical leadership required to bring groundbreaking electrical system architectures to fruition. This role demands a visionary thinker with profound expertise in electrical engineering principles and a proven track record of innovation in complex system design. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our client's technological offerings from their Rustenburg base.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and document the overall architectural vision and technical roadmap for complex electrical systems.
• Lead the conceptualization and high-level design of new electrical systems and subsystems, ensuring scalability, reliability, and performance.
• Translate business requirements and market needs into robust electrical system architectures.
• Provide expert technical guidance and mentorship to engineering teams throughout the design and development lifecycle.
• Evaluate and select appropriate technologies, components, and methodologies for electrical system implementation.
• Conduct deep-dive technical analyses and performance modeling of proposed architectures.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including hardware, software, and product management, to ensure alignment and integration.
• Identify and address potential technical risks and challenges in early design phases.
• Champion best practices in electrical system design, safety, and compliance.
• Represent the company's technical vision in internal and external forums.

Requirements

• Ph.D. or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Over 15 years of experience in electrical engineering, with a significant focus on systems architecture and design of complex systems.
• Demonstrated experience in designing large-scale, high-performance electrical systems.
• Expertise in areas such as power electronics, digital signal processing, embedded systems, and system integration.
• Proven ability to develop innovative technical solutions to challenging problems.
• Strong understanding of system modeling, simulation, and analysis techniques.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and presentation skills, with the ability to influence technical direction.
• Experience with hardware description languages and FPGA design is beneficial.
• Familiarity with industry trends and emerging technologies in electrical engineering.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, research-oriented environment in Rustenburg .

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and executive-level compensation package.
• Comprehensive benefits including premium medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Generous stock options or equity participation.
• Significant opportunities for research and professional growth.
• Relocation package for qualified candidates.
• State-of-the-art research facilities in Rustenburg, North West .
• Annual performance bonuses and recognition awards.
• Flexible working arrangements.