Senior Electrical Systems Engineer

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote-first environment

Competitive salary

Professional development budget

Cutting-edge projects

Flexible remote culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Senior Electrical Systems Engineer to join a remote-first technology division. The role is based in Polokwane or anywhere in South Africa, leading design, development, and integration of complex electrical systems for new products.

The ideal candidate will mentor engineers, set technical direction, and ensure hardware architectures meet performance and scalability needs in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering.
• 10+ years of experience in electrical systems design and development.
• Expertise in embedded systems, power electronics, and signal integrity.
• Deep understanding of hardware design methodologies and validation processes.
• Experience with simulation tools and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing.
• Strong leadership, strategic thinking, and remote communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the architecture and design of sophisticated electrical systems, ensuring performance, reliability, and scalability.
• Develop and validate complex electrical schematics, board layouts, and power management solutions.
• Oversee the selection and integration of electrical components and subsystems.
• Conduct in-depth system analysis, simulations, and performance testing.
• Mentor and guide a team of electrical engineers, fostering best practices and technical excellence.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (software, mechanical, firmware) for seamless system integration.

Skills

Embedded systems

Power electronics

Signal integrity

System architecture

Leadership

Education

Master's or PhD in Electrical Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a highly experienced Senior Electrical Systems Engineer to join their innovative technology division, working remotely from Polokwane or anywhere in South Africa. This senior role involves leading the design, development, and integration of complex electrical systems for new products and advanced technological solutions. You will be responsible for setting technical direction, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring the robust performance and scalability of our electrical architectures. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned professional to drive innovation in a fast-paced, remote-first environment and contribute significantly to the company's technological advancements.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the architecture and design of sophisticated electrical systems, ensuring performance, reliability, and scalability.
• Develop and validate complex electrical schematics, board layouts, and power management solutions.
• Oversee the selection and integration of electrical components and subsystems.
• Conduct in-depth system analysis , simulations, and performance testing.
• Mentor and guide a team of electrical engineers, fostering best practices and technical excellence.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams (software, mechanical, firmware) to ensure seamless system integration.

Requirements

• Master's degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering.
• 10+ years of experience in electrical systems design and development, with a focus on complex integrated systems.
• Proven expertise in embedded systems , power electronics, and signal integrity.
• Deep understanding of hardware design methodologies and validation processes.
• Experience with simulation tools and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing .
• Excellent leadership, strategic thinking, and communication skills for a remote leadership role.

Benefits

• Exceptional salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Full remote work flexibility, allowing for a great work-life balance.
• Generous budget for professional development, including conferences and advanced training.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology and lead impactful projects.
• A dynamic and intellectually stimulating remote work culture.