Remote Lead Electrical Systems Architect

Placements24; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and Vision insurance

Retirement savings plan

Professional development allowance

Remote work equipment support

Job summary

Placements24 invites applications for a Lead Electrical Systems Architect. This remote role focuses on defining the architectural vision for complex electrical systems in industrial automation, from concept through deployment.

You will lead a team of engineers, drive strategic decisions, ensure safety and compliance with IEC/SANS standards, and stay at the forefront of IoT and automation technologies.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in electrical system design and architecture in industrial automation.
• Ability to lead complex engineering projects and manage technical teams.
• Knowledge of industrial electrical hardware, communication protocols (Modbus, Profibus, Ethernet/IP) and safety systems.
• Strong understanding of power electronics, PLCs, SCADA, and industrial networks.
• Experience with system modeling and simulation tools.
• Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder influence.
• Ability to work autonomously in a remote-first environment.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity principles for industrial control systems.

Responsibilities

• Define and document the architectural strategy for complex electrical systems.
• Lead high-level electrical system architectures including power distribution and control systems.
• Oversee detailed design phases with technical guidance.
• Collaborate with product management, software, and hardware teams to translate requirements.
• Evaluate technologies to meet project needs considering cost and reliability.
• Conduct feasibility studies, risk assessments and trade-off analyses.
• Develop and maintain architectural documentation and design guidelines.
• Mentor and guide a team of electrical engineers.
• Champion best practices in electrical design, safety and compliance.
• Lead technical reviews and stay updated on automation trends.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Strategic thinking

Problem solving

Remote leadership

Cybersecurity awareness

Education

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

System modeling tools

Job description

Placements24 invites applications for a Lead Electrical Systems Architect. This remote role focuses on defining the architectural vision for complex electrical systems in industrial automation, from concept through deployment.

You will lead a team of engineers, drive strategic decisions, ensure safety and compliance with IEC/SANS standards, and stay at the forefront of IoT and automation technologies.