Senior Electrical Systems Engineer

Placements24; Klerksdorp; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid work model

Health insurance

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa is seeking a Senior Electrical Systems Engineer to join our client in Klerksdorp. The role focuses on designing, analyzing, and optimizing electrical systems across the full engineering lifecycle, with a hybrid work model.

You will lead power electronics, control systems, and DSP efforts, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate with mechanical, software, and manufacturing teams to ensure robust, integrated solutions.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 7+ years hands-on experience in electrical systems engineering and design.
• Expertise in power electronics, control systems and DSP.
• Proficiency in MATLAB/Simulink and PSpice or similar.
• Strong system architecture and reliability engineering understanding.
• Mentoring and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and development of complex electrical systems.
• Conduct electrical analysis, simulations, and calculations.
• Specify components and collaborate with procurement.
• Develop test plans and oversee testing procedures.
• Troubleshoot design issues during prototyping and production.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for integration.

Skills

Power electronics

Control systems

Digital signal processing

System architecture

Reliability engineering

Mentoring

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

PhD is a plus

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

PSpice

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Senior Electrical Systems Engineer to join their team, offering a hybrid work model. This role is crucial for designing, analyzing, and optimizing the electrical systems that underpin the company's innovative products and services. You will play a key part in the entire engineering lifecycle, from initial concept and design to testing and implementation, ensuring robust performance and reliability. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute your expertise to a leading company in Klerksdorp , shaping the future of electrical technology.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of complex electrical systems, ensuring adherence to specifications and industry standards.
• Conduct thorough electrical analysis, simulations, and calculations to validate designs and identify potential improvements.
• Specify components and materials, working closely with procurement to ensure quality and cost-effectiveness.
• Develop comprehensive test plans and oversee testing procedures to verify system performance and reliability.
• Troubleshoot and resolve design-related issues encountered during prototyping, production, or field deployment.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including mechanical, software, and manufacturing engineers, to ensure seamless product integration.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field; PhD is a plus.
• A minimum of 7 years of hands-on experience in electrical systems engineering and design.
• Expertise in power electronics, control systems, and digital signal processing.
• Proficiency in simulation and modeling tools such as MATLAB/Simulink, PSpice, or similar.
• Strong understanding of system architecture, component integration, and reliability engineering principles.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to mentor junior engineers.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Hybrid work arrangement providing flexibility and work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development.
• A collaborative and innovative work environment located in Klerksdorp .