Remote Electrical Engineer - Design & Prototyping

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive salary

Flexible working hours

Company-provided equipment

Online courses and virtual conferences

Inclusive virtual team culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Remote Electrical Engineer to join a distributed team in South Africa. The role focuses on designing, developing, and implementing innovative electrical systems with a strong emphasis on remote collaboration and digital workflows.

You will design schematics and control panels, develop and test prototypes, and provide remote troubleshooting across projects while maintaining comprehensive technical documentation and staying current with industry best practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical field.
• Minimum 5 years hands-on experience in electrical system design and analysis.
• Proficiency in CAD software such as SolidWorks Electrical and Altium Designer, plus simulation tools.
• Strong knowledge of power electronics, embedded systems, and control logic.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for remote collaboration.
• Ability to work independently and manage time in a remote setting.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical schematics, control panels, and integrated systems using specialized software.
• Develop and test prototypes, ensuring functionality and adherence to project specifications.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to electrical systems, providing remote support.
• Collaborate with project managers, hardware engineers, and software developers via virtual channels.
• Create and maintain detailed technical documentation, including design documents, test reports, and user manuals.
• Stay updated on emerging technologies and best practices to drive innovation in electrical design.

Skills

Power electronics

Embedded systems

Remote collaboration

Time management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks Electrical

Altium Designer

Simulation tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Remote Electrical Engineer to join a distributed team in South Africa. The role focuses on designing, developing, and implementing innovative electrical systems with a strong emphasis on remote collaboration and digital workflows.

You will design schematics and control panels, develop and test prototypes, and provide remote troubleshooting across projects while maintaining comprehensive technical documentation and staying current with industry best practices.