Remote Electrical Design Specialist

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Remote work

Home office allowance

Health insurance

Learning budget

Innovative culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Electrical Design Specialist in South Africa to design and optimize electrical components for next-generation products. This role leverages extensive circuit design expertise in a fully remote setting with a globally distributed engineering team.

You will develop schematics and PCBs, conduct simulations, specify components, and document BOMs while collaborating with firmware, software, and mechanical engineers to push innovative designs forward.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• At least 6 years of progressive electrical design experience in complex systems.
• Proficient in Cadence Allegro or Altium Designer.
• Strong knowledge of analog and digital circuit design, power electronics, and embedded systems.
• Experience with signal integrity and power integrity analysis.
• Excellent remote collaboration and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed electrical schematics, PCB layouts, and system designs for new products and features.
• Perform thorough electrical simulations, analyses, and component testing to validate design integrity and performance.
• Specify and source electrical components, ensuring compatibility, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.
• Create and maintain comprehensive design documentation, including BOMs, test plans, and manufacturing guidelines.
• Collaborate closely with firmware, software, and mechanical engineers in a remote environment to ensure integrated product development.
• Stay updated on emerging electrical technologies and propose innovative design solutions to enhance product capabilities.

Skills

Analog circuit design

Digital circuit design

Power electronics

Embedded systems

Signal integrity

Remote collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Tools

Cadence Allegro

Altium Designer

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an expert Remote Electrical Design Specialist to contribute to their innovative product development efforts, working from anywhere in South Africa. This role involves the detailed design and optimization of electrical components and systems for next-generation technologies. You will leverage your deep technical knowledge to create robust, efficient, and scalable electrical solutions, collaborating seamlessly with a globally distributed engineering team. This is an exciting opportunity for a highly skilled specialist who thrives in a remote work setting and is passionate about pushing the boundaries of electrical engineering through virtual collaboration and cutting-edge design practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop detailed electrical schematics, PCB layouts, and system designs for new products and features.


• Perform thorough electrical simulations, analyses, and component testing to validate design integrity and performance.


• Specify and source electrical components, ensuring compatibility, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.


• Create and maintain comprehensive design documentation, including BOMs, test plans, and manufacturing guidelines.


• Collaborate closely with firmware, software, and mechanical engineers in a remote environment to ensure integrated product development.


• Stay updated on emerging electrical technologies and propose innovative design solutions to enhance product capabilities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.


• 6+ years of progressive experience in electrical design and development, with a specialization in complex systems.


• Expertise in PCB design software (e.g., Cadence Allegro, Altium Designer).


• Strong knowledge of analog and digital circuit design, power electronics, and embedded systems.


• Proven experience with signal integrity and power integrity analysis.


• Excellent communication and collaboration skills for effective remote teamwork and stakeholder engagement.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and potential for year-end bonuses.


• Fully remote position offering significant flexibility and work-life integration.


• Allowance for home office expenses and technology upgrades.


• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.


• Access to online courses and conferences for continuous learning and skill enhancement.


• A forward-thinking company culture that embraces innovation and remote collaboration.