Remote Residential Smart-Home Electrical Design Engineer

Placements24; Paarl; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a creative and technically adept Electrical Design Engineer to join their fully remote team, specializing in integrated electrical systems for smart homes and luxury residences. You will conceptualize and develop intelligent lighting, home automation, A/V systems, and robust network connectivity in collaboration with architects and clients.

The role requires 5+ years in electrical design, proficiency in AutoCAD/Revit MEP, and strong networking/low-voltage knowledge.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in electrical design, with residential emphasis.
• Proven experience with smart home automation platforms and related technologies.
• Proficiency in CAD software (AutoCAD, Revit MEP).
• Understanding of networking principles and AV integration.

Responsibilities

• Design comprehensive electrical systems for residential properties with smart home tech, automation, and A/V integration.
• Develop detailed schematics, wiring diagrams, panel schedules, and lighting layouts using CAD tools.
• Specify components, fixtures and control systems to meet project requirements and aesthetics.
• Collaborate with clients, architects and project managers to align designs with vision and budget.
• Oversee installation and commissioning, providing remote guidance to teams.

Skills

Electrical design

Residential low-voltage

Smart home automation

CAD software

Client communication

Project collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit MEP

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a creative and technically adept Electrical Design Engineer to join their fully remote team, specializing in integrated electrical systems for smart homes and luxury residences. You will conceptualize and develop intelligent lighting, home automation, A/V systems, and robust network connectivity in collaboration with architects and clients.

The role requires 5+ years in electrical design, proficiency in AutoCAD/Revit MEP, and strong networking/low-voltage knowledge.