Remote Electrical Systems Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Flexible hours

Home office stipend

Health insurance

Continuous learning

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly motivated Remote Electrical Systems Engineer to join their globally distributed team from a home office. The role focuses on design, analysis, and optimization of complex electrical systems for innovative solutions, with no geographic constraints and remote-first collaboration.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering and 8+ years of experience, with proficiency in Altium, SPICE, and MATLAB/Simulink, plus strong communication across

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or closely related field.
• 8+ years of experience in electrical system design and analysis.
• Proficiency with CAD and simulation tools (Altium, SPICE, MATLAB/Simulink).
• Strong understanding of analog and digital electronics, power supplies, and embedded systems.
• Ability to work autonomously in a remote work setting and communicate effectively with international colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical schematics and system architectures for new product development and upgrades.
• Conduct electrical analysis including power flow, short circuit, and thermal management studies.
• Specify and select electrical components for reliability and cost-effectiveness.
• Create and maintain design specifications, test procedures, and user manuals.
• Collaborate with hardware, firmware, and software teams via virtual tools.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex electrical issues and provide remote support to manufacturing and field teams.

Skills

Electrical design

Remote collaboration

Electrical analysis

Written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Altium

SPICE

MATLAB/Simulink

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Remote Electrical Systems Engineer to join their globally distributed team. This position, based from your home office, will focus on the design, analysis, and optimization of complex electrical systems for innovative technology solutions. You will have the unique opportunity to work on challenging projects without geographical constraints, contributing to the advancement of our client's cutting-edge products. The ideal candidate thrives in a remote-first environment, possesses exceptional communication skills, and is adept at managing their workload independently while collaborating effectively with international colleagues.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical schematics and system architectures for new product development and existing system upgrades.
• Conduct thorough electrical analysis, including power flow, short circuit, and thermal management studies.
• Specify and select electrical components, ensuring compatibility, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.
• Create and maintain detailed technical documentation, including design specifications, test procedures, and user manuals.
• Collaborate closely with hardware, firmware, and software engineering teams via virtual communication tools.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex electrical issues, providing remote support to manufacturing and field teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in electrical system design and analysis.
• Proficiency with industry-standard CAD and simulation tools (e.g., Altium, SPICE, MATLAB/Simulink).
• Strong understanding of analog and digital electronics, power supplies, and embedded systems.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively and autonomously in a remote work setting.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for virtual collaboration.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary with potential for remote-based performance incentives.
• Flexible working hours to accommodate different time zones.
• Home office equipment stipend and internet reimbursement.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional growth in a forward-thinking company.