Senior Electrical Systems Engineer (Remote)

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full remote work

Professional development budget

Global projects

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Electrical Systems Engineer to join a remote-first engineering team. You will lead architectural design and optimization of complex electrical systems for global projects, mentoring junior engineers and ensuring reliability of infrastructure from a home office.

The role focuses on power electronics, embedded systems, and control theory, with opportunities across various sectors including the Northern Cape.

Qualifications

• Master's or Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in electrical systems design and engineering.
• Expertise in power electronics, embedded systems, and control theory.
• Proven experience leading complex engineering projects, preferably in a remote or distributed team environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and architecture of advanced electrical systems, ensuring performance and scalability.
• Develop and implement strategies for power distribution, control systems, and energy management.
• Oversee the entire lifecycle of electrical system components, from concept to deployment and maintenance.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering technical growth and best practices within the team.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams using virtual collaboration tools.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies to drive innovation in electrical systems.

Skills

Leadership

Remote collaboration

Mentoring

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Electrical design software

Simulation tools

Control theory tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced Senior Electrical Systems Engineer to join their remote-first engineering team. This position focuses on the architectural design, development, and optimization of complex electrical systems for global projects. You will lead technical initiatives, mentor junior engineers, and ensure the scalability and reliability of our electrical infrastructure, operating entirely from your home office. This role offers the flexibility of remote work combined with challenging technical responsibilities, making a significant impact on innovative projects regardless of geographical location, serving clients across various sectors including those in the Northern Cape .

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and architecture of advanced electrical systems, ensuring performance and scalability.
• Develop and implement strategies for power distribution, control systems, and energy management.
• Oversee the entire lifecycle of electrical system components, from concept to deployment and maintenance.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering technical growth and best practices within the team.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (hardware, software, mechanical) using virtual collaboration tools.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends to drive innovation in electrical systems.

Requirements

• Master's or Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in electrical systems design and engineering.
• Expertise in power electronics, embedded systems, and control theory.
• Proven experience leading complex engineering projects, preferably in a remote or distributed team environment.
• Excellent understanding of simulation tools and electrical design software.
• Exceptional communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills, adapted for remote collaboration.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Full remote work flexibility, allowing you to work from anywhere.
• Generous budget for professional development, including courses and conferences.
• Opportunity to work on impactful, cutting-edge projects on a global scale.
• A supportive, virtual team culture that prioritizes collaboration and innovation.