Remote Electrical Engineer: Renewable Energy Systems

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

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Health and wellness benefits

Professional development support

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an Electrical Engineer specialized in Renewable Energy to join a fully remote team. You design, develop, and implement electrical systems for solar, wind and other renewable projects, collaborating from Port Elizabeth and beyond.

The role requires 3+ years in renewable energy, strong problem-solving, and proficiency in design software; you will deliver safe, reliable power solutions and contribute to a sustainable future in a remote working setup.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in electrical engineering with renewable energy focus.
• Familiar with grid-tied and off-grid power systems.
• Knowledge of power conversion technologies (inverters, converters).
• Proficient in electrical design software and simulations.
• Strong communication for remote collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical systems for renewable energy projects (PV and wind).
• Perform load calculations, system sizing, and component selection.
• Develop single-line diagrams, schematics, and wiring layouts.
• Ensure compliance with electrical codes, standards, and safety regulations.
• Collaborate with project teams, vendors, and clients.
• Troubleshoot and resolve electrical issues in renewable systems.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Renewable energy

Grid-tied systems

Off-grid systems

Power electronics

Design software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Electrical design software

Simulation tools

Job description

Placements24 seeks an Electrical Engineer specialized in Renewable Energy to join a fully remote team. You design, develop, and implement electrical systems for solar, wind and other renewable projects, collaborating from Port Elizabeth and beyond.

The role requires 3+ years in renewable energy, strong problem-solving, and proficiency in design software; you will deliver safe, reliable power solutions and contribute to a sustainable future in a remote working setup.