Senior Electrical Systems Engineer (Remote)

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 980,000 - 1,350,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work arrangement

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Professional development budget

Performance-based bonuses

Job summary

Placements24 is recruiting for a Senior Electrical Systems Engineer who can work remotely from anywhere. The role focuses on design, analysis, and optimization of complex electrical systems critical to our core technologies, with alignment to the Benoni region.

You will lead system design, perform performance modeling and risk assessment, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate with hardware/software teams to ensure robust, scalable solutions.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in electrical systems engineering.
• Expertise in power electronics, control systems, and signal integrity.
• Proficiency with MATLAB/Simulink and SPICE.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and architecture of complex electrical systems, considering scalability, reliability, and performance requirements.
• Conduct in-depth system analysis, including performance modeling, failure mode analysis, and risk assessment.
• Develop and implement strategies for optimizing electrical system efficiency and power management.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers within the team.
• Collaborate with hardware and software development teams to ensure seamless integration of electrical components.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends to recommend and implement innovative solutions.

Skills

Power electronics

Control systems

Signal integrity

Leadership

Remote collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

SPICE

Job description

About the Role Our client is looking for an experienced Senior Electrical Systems Engineer to join their innovative team, working entirely remotely . This position focuses on the design, analysis, and optimization of complex electrical systems that underpin their core technologies. You will play a vital role in ensuring the reliability, scalability, and performance of these critical systems, collaborating closely with a geographically dispersed team of engineers and product managers. This is an ideal role for a senior engineer seeking a high degree of autonomy and the opportunity to make a significant technical impact from any location, preferably someone who can align with the operational needs supporting the Benoni region.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and architecture of complex electrical systems, considering scalability, reliability, and performance requirements.
• Conduct in-depth system analysis, including performance modeling, failure mode analysis, and risk assessment.
• Develop and implement strategies for optimizing electrical system efficiency and power management.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers within the team.
• Collaborate with hardware and software development teams to ensure seamless integration of electrical components.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends to recommend and implement innovative solutions.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in electrical systems engineering, with a strong focus on system design and analysis.
• Expertise in power electronics, control systems, and signal integrity.
• Proficiency with simulation and modeling tools (e.g., MATLAB/Simulink, SPICE).
• Demonstrated experience in leading complex engineering projects and working effectively in a remote, collaborative environment.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

Benefits

• Highly competitive annual salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering maximum flexibility.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Generous budget for professional development, including courses and conferences.
• Opportunity to shape the future of electrical systems for a leading technology company.