Remote Lead Electrical Design Engineer - Renewable Energy

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 2.000.000 - 2.400.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Stock options (potential)

Professional development resources

Global remote work

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Remote Lead Electrical Design Engineer to guide large-scale renewable energy projects globally. You will head electrical design teams, develop schematics, and ensure compliance with IEC/IEEE standards while delivering high-quality, cost-effective solutions.

This fully remote role requires strong leadership, deep HV/MV expertise, and hands-on experience with power system studies and major equipment specification.

Qualifikationen

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 10+ years in electrical engineering with at least 5 in large renewable projects.
• Proven experience leading design teams and managing complex projects.
• Expertise in PSS/E, ETAP, or DIgSILENT PowerFactory.
• HV/MV systems knowledge and grid interconnection experience.
• Strong leadership and remote-team management skills.
• PE license or equivalent is desirable.

Aufgaben

• Lead and mentor a team of electrical design engineers working on renewable energy projects.
• Oversee the development of comprehensive electrical designs, including single-line diagrams, schematics, wiring details, and grounding plans.
• Conduct and review detailed power system studies, such as load flow, fault analysis, harmonic analysis, and protection coordination.
• Specify major electrical equipment, including transformers, switchgear, inverters, PV modules, and battery energy storage systems.
• Ensure all designs comply with relevant international standards (IEC, IEEE), local codes, and client requirements.
• Collaborate with project managers, civil/structural engineers, and external stakeholders to ensure successful project execution.
• Develop and manage technical specifications, RFPs, and bid evaluations for electrical components and construction.
• Provide expert technical guidance during the construction, commissioning, and operational phases of projects.
• Drive innovation in electrical design for renewable energy systems, focusing on efficiency, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.
• Manage design risks and implement quality control procedures for all electrical design deliverables.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Remote team leadership

Communication

Project management

Electrical engineering fundamentals

Ausbildung

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

PE license (preferred)

Tools

PSS/E

ETAP

DIgSILENT PowerFactory

Jobbeschreibung

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Remote Lead Electrical Design Engineer to guide large-scale renewable energy projects globally. You will head electrical design teams, develop schematics, and ensure compliance with IEC/IEEE standards while delivering high-quality, cost-effective solutions.

This fully remote role requires strong leadership, deep HV/MV expertise, and hands-on experience with power system studies and major equipment specification.