Remote Electrical Systems Architect

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybride; ZAR 1 200 000 - 2 300 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health insurance

Stock options

Professional development budget

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Electrical Systems Architect to design high-level electrical grids, power conversion, and energy storage systems for global renewable energy projects.

The role is fully remote, coordinating with teams worldwide. Requires a Master’s or PhD in Electrical Engineering and 10+ years in electrical system design, including at least 5 years in architecture, plus strong modeling, leadership, and international standards expertise. Competitive salary and remote benefits.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in electrical system design, with ≥5 years in an architectural role.
• Experience with high-voltage systems, power electronics, grid integration and energy storage.
• Proficiency with modeling/simulation tools such as MATLAB/Simulink and PSCAD.
• Proven ability to lead remote engineering teams and collaborate across distributed environments.
• Knowledge of international energy standards and regulations.

Responsabilités

• Develop and define the overall electrical system architecture for large-scale projects.
• Create system-level design specifications, block diagrams, and interface control documents.
• Analyze requirements, performance metrics and constraints to propose optimal electrical solutions.
• Evaluate key components and technologies for cost, performance, and reliability.
• Collaborate with hardware, software, and product teams to ensure integration.
• Mentor engineering teams and contribute to IP and roadmaps.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex system-level issues during development and deployment.

Connaissances

Electrical system design

High-voltage systems

Grid integration

Energy storage

Remote team leadership

System modeling & analysis

Formation

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

PhD in Electrical Engineering

Outils

MATLAB/Simulink

PSCAD

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client is a global leader in renewable energy solutions, seeking an exceptional Remote Electrical Systems Architect to design and conceptualize large-scale, innovative electrical systems. This fully remote position allows you to leverage your expertise from anywhere, contributing to groundbreaking projects that shape the future of sustainable energy. You will be responsible for the high-level architectural design of complex electrical grids, power conversion systems, and energy storage solutions, ensuring scalability, efficiency, and robustness. This role requires a visionary thinker with a profound understanding of electrical engineering principles and a passion for driving technological advancements in the renewable sector. Join a forward-thinking organization that champions remote work and empowers its engineers to make a significant global impact, with opportunities to collaborate with teams worldwide.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and define the overall electrical system architecture for new product lines and large-scale energy projects.
• Create detailed system-level design specifications, block diagrams, and interface control documents.
• Analyze system requirements, performance metrics, and constraints to propose optimal electrical solutions.
• Evaluate and select key electrical components, sub-systems, and technologies, considering cost, performance, and reliability.
• Conduct feasibility studies and simulations to validate architectural designs.
• Collaborate virtually with hardware engineers, software developers, and product managers to ensure alignment and integration.
• Define electrical standards, guidelines, and best practices for the engineering organization.
• Mentor and provide technical leadership to electrical engineering teams on complex design challenges.
• Contribute to the development of intellectual property and technical roadmaps.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex system-level electrical issues during development and deployment phases.

Requirements

• Master's degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in electrical system design, with at least 5 years in an architectural role.
• Extensive experience with high-voltage systems, power electronics, grid integration, and energy storage technologies.
• Deep understanding of electrical system modeling and simulation tools (e.g., MATLAB/Simulink, PSCAD).
• Proven track record of architecting complex electrical systems from concept to production.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts clearly.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and influence technical teams in a remote setting.
• Experience with international standards and regulations in the energy sector.
• Must be comfortable working independently and collaborating effectively in a distributed team environment.

Benefits

This role offers a highly competitive salary, comprehensive remote work benefits package, including health insurance, potential for stock options, and a generous professional development budget. You will have the flexibility to work from anywhere, focusing on impactful projects for a leading renewable energy company. Our client is committed to fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration, providing opportunities for significant career growth and exposure to cutting-edge technologies in the Rustenburg region and beyond, all managed remotely.