Remote Electrical Systems Specialist

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 827.000 - 1.515.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Remote work from home

Competitive hourly or project-based率

Cutting-edge renewable energy projects

Regular online meetings

Autonomy to shape electrical solutions

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is recruiting a Remote Electrical Systems Specialist for a technology firm focusing on smart grid solutions. You will design, develop, and test embedded electrical systems for energy management products, working remotely from anywhere in South Africa with minimal supervision.

The ideal candidate has a BEng in Electrical Engineering, at least five years of hands-on design experience, and proficiency with Altium, KiCad or Eagle, plus solid skills in power management, analog/digital

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or closely related field.
• Minimum of 5 years hands-on experience in electrical system design and development.
• Proven experience with schematic capture and PCB layout tools (Altium, KiCad, Eagle).
• Strong knowledge of analog/digital circuit design and power management.
• Experience with testing equipment (oscilloscopes, multimeters, logic analyzers).
• Excellent written and verbal communication for remote collaboration.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively and meet deadlines.

Aufgaben

• Design and develop embedded electrical systems and circuit schematics for IoT devices and energy monitoring hardware.
• Analyze system requirements and translate into practical, cost-effective electrical designs.
• Perform component selection, power budget calculations, and signal integrity analysis.
• Develop and execute test plans for electrical components and systems.
• Collaborate with firmware, software, and product managers via online tools.
• Troubleshoot and debug electrical issues from development to post-deployment.
• Document design decisions, test results, and specifications.
• Stay current with emerging technologies in power electronics and energy management.

Kenntnisse

Problem solving

Independent work

Remote collaboration

Communication

Autonomy

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Altium Designer

KiCad

Eagle

Slack

Zoom

Jira

Confluence

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly expanding technology firm specializing in smart grid solutions, is looking for a highly motivated and experienced Remote Electrical Systems Specialist to join their distributed engineering team. This role is entirely remote, allowing you to work from anywhere within South Africa. You will be responsible for the design, development, and testing of innovative electrical systems for our next-generation energy management products. This position requires a proactive individual with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work autonomously. The focus is on delivering robust and scalable electrical solutions that meet stringent performance and safety standards, contributing to a greener and more efficient energy future for our clients globally. This is a fully remote, contract-based position.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop embedded electrical systems and circuit schematics for IoT devices and energy monitoring hardware.
• Conduct thorough analysis of system requirements and translate them into practical, cost-effective electrical designs.
• Perform component selection, power budget calculations, and signal integrity analysis.
• Develop and execute test plans for electrical components and systems, ensuring functionality and reliability.
• Collaborate closely with firmware engineers, software developers, and product managers via online communication tools.
• Troubleshoot and debug electrical issues identified during development, testing, or post-deployment phases.
• Document all design decisions, test results, and technical specifications thoroughly.
• Stay current with emerging technologies in power electronics, embedded systems, and energy management.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of design processes and methodologies within a remote team setting.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in electrical system design and development.
• Proven experience with schematic capture and PCB layout tools (e.g., Altium Designer, KiCad, Eagle).
• Solid understanding of analog and digital circuit design, power management, and microcontroller-based systems.
• Experience with testing and measurement equipment (oscilloscopes, multimeters, logic analyzers).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical concepts clearly in a remote environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines without direct supervision.
• Proficiency in using collaborative software tools (e.g., Slack, Zoom, Jira, Confluence).
• Prior experience with energy monitoring systems or smart grid technologies is a strong advantage.

Benefits

• As a remote contractor, you will enjoy the flexibility of working from home.
• Our client offers a competitive hourly or project-based rate, dependent on experience and qualifications.
• While not a permanent employee, you will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects within the renewable energy sector and contribute to impactful technological advancements.
• Regular online team meetings and collaborative sessions will ensure you remain connected and engaged.
• This position offers significant autonomy and the chance to shape innovative electrical solutions from a distance.