Remote Electrical Design Specialist

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Full remote work

Innovative projects

Professional development allowance

Advanced design tools

Supportive remote culture

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a highly proficient Remote Electrical Design Specialist to join a forward-thinking team from anywhere, supporting Upington-based projects while working remotely. You will design and develop complex electrical systems, translate concepts into practical, high-performance schematics, and ensure compliance with standards.

The role emphasizes independent work, strong communication, and the ability to guide prototypes, testing, and manufacturing remotely on innovative projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in electrical design and development.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and layouts for complex systems using ECAD software.
• Perform component selection and specification based on design requirements, cost-effectiveness, and reliability.
• Conduct thorough design reviews and simulations to validate electrical performance and identify potential issues.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in a remote setting to ensure integrated system design.
• Develop and maintain design documentation, including BOMs and technical specifications.
• Provide remote technical guidance during prototyping, testing, and manufacturing phases.

Skills

Schematic capture

PCB layout

Analog electronics

Digital electronics

Power supply design

Embedded systems

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Altium Designer

OrCAD

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly proficient and innovative Remote Electrical Design Specialist to join their forward-thinking organization, supporting projects relevant to Upington while operating entirely remotely. This position focuses on the detailed design and development of complex electrical systems, components, and schematics for cutting-edge technological applications. You will be instrumental in translating conceptual ideas into practical, high-performance electrical designs, ensuring adherence to all relevant standards and specifications. This role offers the flexibility of remote work combined with the challenge of contributing to impactful, technologically advanced projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Create detailed electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and layouts for complex systems using ECAD software.
• Perform component selection and specification based on design requirements, cost-effectiveness, and reliability.
• Conduct thorough design reviews and simulations to validate electrical performance and identify potential issues.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including mechanical and software engineers, in a remote setting to ensure integrated system design.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive design documentation, including Bills of Materials (BOMs) and technical specifications.
• Provide remote technical guidance during prototyping, testing, and manufacturing phases.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in electrical design and development, with a focus on schematic capture and PCB layout knowledge being beneficial.
• Expertise in using ECAD software such as Altium Designer, OrCAD, or similar tools.
• Solid understanding of analog and digital electronics, power supply design, and embedded systems principles.
• Proven ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and deliver high-quality results in a remote environment.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills for effective remote teamwork.

Benefits

• Exceptional salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Full remote work flexibility, enabling you to work from any location.
• Opportunities to work on innovative and technically challenging projects.
• Generous allowance for professional development, including courses and conferences.
• Access to advanced design and simulation tools.
• Supportive and forward-thinking company culture that values remote contributions.