Senior Electrical Design Engineer - Remote

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

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work arrangement

Laptop & software licenses provided

Virtual training and development

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an experienced Senior Electrical Design Engineer to work remotely, supporting clients nationwide from Mossel Bay. You will lead design efforts, create schematics, perform load calculations, and prepare BOMs. Strong autonomy and high-quality documentation are essential.

The role emphasizes collaboration with project managers and other disciplines, using AutoCAD Electrical and Revit MEP to deliver compliant, innovative electrical systems across sectors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• 8+ years of experience in electrical design with a strong project portfolio.
• Expertise with AutoCAD Electrical, Revit MEP or similar software.
• Solid understanding of power distribution, lighting design, and low-voltage systems.
• Excellent remote collaboration and communication skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage time in a remote setting.

Responsibilities

• Lead the electrical design process for new projects from concept to detailed design.
• Develop comprehensive electrical schematics, layouts, and wiring diagrams using CAD software.
• Perform electrical load calculations, system sizing, and component selection.
• Write detailed specifications and Bills of Materials (BOMs).
• Collaborate with remote project managers, clients, and other engineering disciplines via virtual tools.
• Ensure designs comply with national and international electrical codes and standards.

Skills

Electrical design

AutoCAD Electrical

Revit MEP

Power distribution

Low-voltage systems

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

Revit MEP

Job description

Our client is seeking an experienced and innovative Senior Electrical Design Engineer to join their expanding team, working entirely remotely. This role is pivotal in conceptualizing and developing advanced electrical designs for a variety of cutting-edge projects. You will leverage your expertise to create detailed schematics, specifications, and technical documentation from the comfort of your home office, contributing to projects across different sectors. This is an exceptional opportunity for a self-motivated engineer who thrives in a remote work environment and is passionate about delivering high-quality electrical designs that meet stringent industry standards, supporting clients nationwide from Mossel Bay.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the electrical design process for new projects, from concept to detailed design, ensuring innovation and efficiency.
• Develop comprehensive electrical schematics, layouts, and wiring diagrams using CAD software.
• Perform electrical load calculations, system sizing, and component selection.
• Write detailed technical specifications and Bills of Materials (BOMs).
• Collaborate effectively with remote project managers, clients, and other engineering disciplines via virtual communication tools.
• Ensure all designs comply with relevant national and international electrical codes and standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• 8+ years of experience in electrical design, with a strong portfolio of completed projects.
• Expertise in using AutoCAD Electrical, Revit MEP, or similar design software.
• Solid understanding of power distribution, lighting design, and low-voltage systems.
• Excellent remote collaboration and communication skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage time effectively in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering maximum flexibility and work-life balance.
• Company-provided high-performance laptop and software licenses.
• Opportunities for continuous professional development and virtual training.
• A culture that values autonomy, innovation, and results, supporting engineers globally.