Remote Electrical Design Engineer

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Full remote work

Home office stipend

Medical & life insurance

Online training

Collaborative tools

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Electrical Design Engineer in South Africa to join a globally distributed team. You will own end-to-end electrical design from concept to documentation, working remotely with international colleagues.

The role emphasizes collaboration with software and mechanical teams, ongoing design optimization, and staying abreast of industry trends. A strong candidate will thrive in a remote, innovative environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• 3–5 years of experience in electrical design, with a strong understanding of analog and digital circuits.
• Proficiency in PCB design software (Altium Designer, Eagle, KiCad).
• Experience with simulation tools (SPICE, OrCAD) and microcontrollers.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical schematics, circuit layouts, and PCB designs for new products and system upgrades.
• Create and maintain comprehensive design documentation, including BOM, technical specs, and testing procedures.
• Perform simulations and analyses to validate designs and ensure performance meets requirements.
• Collaborate with software, mechanical, and manufacturing teams in a remote environment.
• Troubleshoot and resolve electrical design issues during product development and production.
• Stay updated with new technologies and industry trends to propose innovative design solutions.

Skills

Electrical design

Circuit analysis

Remote collaboration

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Altium Designer

Eagle

KiCad

SPICE

OrCAD

Microcontrollers

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a talented Remote Electrical Design Engineer to join their globally distributed team, working from anywhere within South Africa. This role is integral to the development of innovative electrical solutions for a diverse range of products and applications. You will be responsible for the end-to-end design process, from concept generation to detailed design and documentation, collaborating virtually with international teams. This is an exceptional opportunity for a self-motivated engineer who thrives in a remote setting and is passionate about electrical design, contributing to a company culture that embraces remote work, innovation, and cross-cultural collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical schematics, circuit layouts, and printed circuit board (PCB) designs for new products and system upgrades.
• Create and maintain comprehensive design documentation, including Bill of Materials (BOM), technical specifications, and testing procedures.
• Perform simulations and analyses to validate designs and ensure performance meets requirements.
• Collaborate closely with software engineers, mechanical designers, and manufacturing teams in a remote environment.
• Troubleshoot and resolve electrical design issues encountered during product development and production.
• Stay abreast of new technologies and industry trends to propose innovative design solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• 3-5 years of experience in electrical design, with a strong understanding of analog and digital circuits.
• Proficiency in PCB design software (e.g., Altium Designer, Eagle, KiCad).
• Experience with simulation tools (e.g., SPICE, OrCAD) and microcontrollers.
• Excellent communication skills for effective collaboration in a remote setting.
• Proven ability to manage time effectively and deliver projects on schedule independently.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with potential for performance bonuses.
• Full remote work arrangement, allowing flexibility and work-life balance.
• Contribution towards home office setup and internet expenses.
• Comprehensive medical and life insurance.
• Opportunities for online training and professional development.
• Access to collaborative online tools and platforms for seamless teamwork.