Remote Electrical Design Engineer - Power Infrastructure

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Remote Electrical Design Engineer to drive electrical designs for solar, storage, and substations. You will prepare diagrams, perform power-system analyses, and select equipment for grid-connected projects.

This role requires strong writing and communication skills to coordinate with distributed teams. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in power systems design, proficiency with ETAP, PSS/SINCAL, and DigSilent PowerFactory, and a deep understanding of protection and grounding

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 5 years in electrical power systems design.
• Experience with grid-connected renewable energy projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed electrical designs for power infrastructure projects (grid-tied solar, BESS, substations).
• Prepare single-line diagrams, schematics, equipment specs, cable sizing, protection settings.
• Conduct load flow, fault analysis, and system stability studies with standard software.
• Specify transformers, switchgear, inverters, protection relays.
• Ensure designs comply with IEC, SANS, NRS and relevant standards.
• Collaborate remotely with project managers, site engineers, and clients.
• Prepare technical reports, design justifications, and BOQs.
• Review vendor proposals and submittals for electrical equipment.
• Stay updated with new technologies in power systems engineering.
• Maintain organized project documentation and knowledge sharing.

Skills

Power systems design

Remote collaboration

Technical writing

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ETAP

PSS/SINCAL

DigSilent PowerFactory

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly growing engineering consultancy specializing in sustainable energy solutions, is seeking a talented Remote Electrical Design Engineer to join their virtual team. This position is fully remote, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere within South Africa. You will be responsible for the electrical design of power infrastructure projects, including renewable energy installations and grid-connected systems. This role requires a proactive and self-motivated individual with strong design capabilities and excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with distributed teams. You will contribute to projects that are shaping the future of energy across various regions.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop detailed electrical designs for power infrastructure projects, including grid-tied solar farms, battery energy storage systems, and substations.
• Prepare single-line diagrams, schematics, equipment specifications, cable sizing, and protection settings.
• Conduct electrical load flow, fault analysis, and system stability studies using industry-standard software.
• Specify and select electrical equipment such as transformers, switchgear, inverters, and protection relays.
• Ensure designs comply with all relevant national and international standards and regulations (e.g., IEC, SANS, NRS).
• Collaborate remotely with project managers, site engineers, and clients to define project requirements and provide design support.
• Prepare technical reports, design justifications, and bills of quantities.
• Review vendor proposals and submittals for electrical equipment.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and best practices in power systems engineering.
• Maintain organized project documentation and ensure efficient knowledge sharing within the team.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in electrical power systems design.
• Proven experience with grid-connected renewable energy projects (solar PV, wind).
• Proficiency in power system analysis software (e.g., ETAP, PSS/SINCAL, DigSilent PowerFactory).
• Strong understanding of power system protection, grounding, and earthing principles.
• Familiarity with relevant codes and standards.
• Excellent technical writing and communication skills, essential for remote collaboration.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet project deadlines.
• Self-disciplined and highly organized.
• Experience with battery energy storage systems (BESS) is a significant advantage.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive remote salary, a flexible work schedule, and the opportunity to work on impactful projects from any location. They provide a supportive virtual work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and cover expenses for relevant training and certifications. This role is ideal for an experienced electrical engineer seeking autonomy and the ability to contribute to a sustainable energy future without geographical constraints. Comprehensive remote support and virtual team-building activities are standard.