Remote Electrical Design Specialist

Placements24; Komani; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Contract-based remuneration

Long-term engagement

International projects

Access to collaboration tools

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly proficient Remote Electrical Design Specialist to join our distributed team. You will develop electrical system designs, perform power calculations, select components, and prepare BOMs for diverse projects worldwide.

This remote role offers flexible location, contract-based remuneration, and opportunities for long-term engagement with international clients. You will collaborate with project managers and engineers across time zones while ensuring compliance with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in electrical design engineering.
• Proficient in electrical CAD software such as AutoCAD Electrical or SolidWorks Electrical.
• Strong understanding of electrical codes, standards, and safety regulations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, essential for remote collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive electrical system designs, including schematics, wiring diagrams, and control panel layouts.
• Perform detailed power system calculations and analyses to ensure optimal design performance.
• Select appropriate electrical components and equipment based on project specifications and client requirements.
• Prepare technical documentation, including BOM and design reports.
• Collaborate effectively with remote project teams through various communication platforms.
• Ensure all designs adhere to relevant industry standards, codes, and best practices.

Skills

Electrical design

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Related field acceptable

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

SolidWorks Electrical

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly proficient Remote Electrical Design Specialist to join their distributed team. This position focuses on delivering exceptional electrical design solutions for a variety of projects without the need for a physical office presence. You will leverage your expertise in electrical systems to create detailed designs, specifications, and documentation, collaborating with project managers and engineers across different time zones. This role is ideal for an experienced professional who is self‑motivated, excels in a remote work environment, and is passionate about contributing to innovative engineering solutions from their chosen location, supporting global projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive electrical system designs, including schematics, wiring diagrams, and control panel layouts.
• Perform detailed power system calculations and analyses to ensure optimal design performance.
• Select appropriate electrical components and equipment based on project specifications and client requirements.
• Prepare technical documentation, including Bill of Materials (BOM) and design reports.
• Collaborate effectively with remote project teams through various communication platforms.
• Ensure all designs adhere to relevant industry standards, codes, and best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in electrical design engineering.
• Demonstrated proficiency in electrical CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD Electrical, SolidWorks Electrical).
• Strong understanding of electrical codes, standards, and safety regulations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, essential for remote collaboration.
• Ability to manage workload independently and meet project deadlines consistently.

Benefits

• Competitive contract-based remuneration package.
• Full flexibility to work remotely from any location.
• Opportunity to work on diverse and challenging international projects.
• Access to project management and collaboration tools.
• Potential for long‑term engagement based on performance and project needs.