Remote Electrical Controls Engineer

Placements24; George; Hybrid; ZAR 919,000 - 1,837,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work arrangement

Competitive contractor rate

Global project exposure

Access to advanced design tools

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Electrical Systems Specialist for a remote-first role. You will design, develop, and support complex electrical control systems for diverse industrial applications, with autonomy to manage projects from anywhere and collaborate virtually with clients and internal teams.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, at least five years in control-system design, proficiency in AutoCAD Electrical or EPLAN, and hands-on experience with PLCs, HMIs,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years hands-on experience in electrical control system design.
• Proficiency with CAD software for electrical design (AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN).
• Experience with PLCs, HMIs, and VFDs.
• Strong remote support and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent communication for virtual collaboration.
• Familiar with Ethernet/IP, Modbus, Profinet protocols.
• Ability to work independently in remote settings.

Responsibilities

• Design and configure electrical control panels and systems using CAD software.
• Develop detailed schematics, wiring diagrams, and BOMs.
• Collaborate virtually with clients and internal teams to define requirements.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose electrical issues remotely.
• Stay updated on electrical engineering technologies and automation.
• Document SOPs for system design and maintenance.
• Participate in virtual design reviews with expert input.
• Ensure designs comply with industry standards and safety regulations.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of electrical design processes.

Skills

Remote troubleshooting

Independent work

Strong communication

PLC/HMI/VFDs

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

EPLAN

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an Electrical Systems Specialist for a remote-first role. You will design, develop, and support complex electrical control systems for diverse industrial applications, with autonomy to manage projects from anywhere and collaborate virtually with clients and internal teams.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, at least five years in control-system design, proficiency in AutoCAD Electrical or EPLAN, and hands-on experience with PLCs, HMIs,