Remote Electrical Design Engineer – Industrial Automation

Placements24; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary bonuses

Comprehensive health benefits

Flexible working hours

Continuous learning & certifications

Generous annual leave

Work from anywhere in SA

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Electrical Design Engineer to join our distributed engineering team in South Africa. You will design electrical control systems for a range of industrial clients, leveraging EPLAN and AutoCAD Electrical while coordinating with remote stakeholders.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in electrical design for automation, hands-on experience with PLC/DCS programming, and a proven ability to work independently in a remote-first environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in electrical design for industrial automation.
• Proficiency in EPLAN, AutoCAD Electrical, or similar CAD software.
• Strong knowledge of PLC/DCS programming and industrial protocols (e.g., Profibus, Profinet, Ethernet/IP).
• Experience with VFDs, servo drives, and motor control systems.
• Understanding of safety standards for industrial machinery (e.g., ISO 13849, IEC 60204-1).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for remote collaboration.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and manage time effectively.
• Proven problem-solving and analytical skills.
• A dedicated home office setup with reliable high-speed internet connectivity.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical schematics, control panels, and wiring diagrams for automated industrial systems using CAD software.
• Specify electrical components, PLCs, HMIs, sensors, and drives according to project requirements.
• Develop and maintain electrical documentation, including bills of materials, installation guides, and test procedures.
• Collaborate with software engineers and project managers to ensure integrated system solutions.
• Provide remote technical support and troubleshooting assistance to clients and field engineers.
• Participate in design reviews and project meetings via virtual conferencing platforms.
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in industrial automation and electrical design technologies.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant international and local electrical standards and safety regulations.
• Manage multiple design tasks concurrently, prioritizing workload effectively to meet project deadlines.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives for design processes and standards.

Skills

Electrical design

Remote collaboration

Problem-solving

Communication

Self-discipline

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

EPLAN

AutoCAD Electrical

PLC programming tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Electrical Design Engineer to join our distributed engineering team in South Africa. You will design electrical control systems for a range of industrial clients, leveraging EPLAN and AutoCAD Electrical while coordinating with remote stakeholders.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in electrical design for automation, hands-on experience with PLC/DCS programming, and a proven ability to work independently in a remote-first environment.