Remote Electrical Systems Engineer

Placements24; Paarl; Hybrid; ZAR 1,496,000 - 2,161,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Home office stipend

Online learning access

Performance-based bonuses

Diversity & inclusion

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Electrical Systems Engineer to design, develop, and test electrical subsystems for cutting-edge IoT devices.

You will work with distributed teams across time zones, selecting MCUs, sensors, and components while creating schematics and PCB layouts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in electrical and embedded systems design.
• Proven experience with microcontroller‑based system design (e.g., ARM, ESP32, PIC).
• Proficiency in PCB design tools (e.g., Altium Designer, Eagle, KiCad).
• Strong understanding of analog circuit design, power management, and DSP.
• Experience with SPI, I2C, UART, USB, Bluetooth, Wi‑Fi.
• Excellent debugging and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for remote collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Design analog and digital circuits for new IoT products and embedded systems.
• Select appropriate microcontrollers, sensors, and other electronic components for product requirements.
• Create detailed schematics and PCB layouts using ECAD software.
• Perform circuit simulations and analysis to verify design performance and identify potential issues.
• Develop and execute test plans for electrical subsystems, including functional testing and environmental testing.
• Collaborate with firmware and software engineers to ensure seamless integration of hardware and software.
• Troubleshoot and debug hardware issues remotely, providing documentation and solutions.
• Contribute to design standards and best practices for the team.
• Participate in design reviews and provide constructive feedback.
• Stay abreast of advancements in semiconductor tech, embedded systems, and IoT.

Skills

Embedded systems

MCU design

Circuit design

Debugging

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

Altium Designer

Eagle

KiCad

Git

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a global leader in IoT solutions, is seeking a talented and motivated Remote Electrical Systems Engineer to join their distributed engineering team. This role will focus on the design, development, and testing of electrical subsystems for a range of innovative smart devices and connected products. Working entirely remotely, you will collaborate with international teams across various time zones, contributing to cutting‑edge technology development. The ideal candidate is self-disciplined, possesses excellent communication skills, and has a strong track record in embedded systems design and microcontroller integration. This is an exceptional opportunity to work from anywhere in the world while contributing to groundbreaking projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop analog and digital circuits for new IoT products and embedded systems.


• Select appropriate microcontrollers, sensors, and other electronic components for product requirements.


• Create detailed schematics and Printed Circuit Board (PCB) layouts using ECAD software.


• Perform circuit simulations and analysis to verify design performance and identify potential issues.


• Develop and execute test plans for electrical subsystems, including functional testing, power consumption analysis, and environmental testing.


• Collaborate with firmware and software engineers to ensure seamless integration of hardware and software.


• Troubleshoot and debug hardware issues remotely, providing clear documentation and solutions.


• Contribute to the development of design standards and best practices for the team.


• Participate in design reviews and provide constructive feedback.


• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in semiconductor technology, embedded systems, and IoT.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.


• Minimum of 5 years of experience in electrical and embedded systems design.


• Proven experience with microcontroller‑based system design (e.g., ARM, ESP32, PIC).


• Proficiency in PCB design tools (e.g., Altium Designer, Eagle, KiCad).


• Strong understanding of analog circuit design, power management, and digital signal processing.


• Experience with common communication protocols (e.g., SPI, I2C, UART, USB, Bluetooth, Wi‑Fi).


• Excellent debugging and problem‑solving skills.


• Strong written and verbal communication skills, essential for remote collaboration.


• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines.


• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) for hardware design files is a plus.

Benefits

• This is a fully remote position offering a competitive salary and flexible working hours.


• Our client provides a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and a retirement savings plan.


• Employees are given a stipend for home office setup and continuous access to online learning platforms for professional development.


• The company fosters a culture of innovation and collaboration, with regular virtual team‑building activities.


• Opportunity to work on cutting‑edge IoT technologies and make a global impact.


• Performance‑based bonuses are offered.


• The company is committed to diversity and inclusion, creating an environment where all employees can thrive.