Senior Remote Electrical Engineer — Industrial Automation

Placements24

Gauteng

Hybrid

ZAR 600,000 - 1,000,000

Full time

11 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance-based bonus

Health benefits (medical & dental)

Provident fund

Flexible work schedule

Online training & certifications

Global collaboration from home office

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Electrical Engineer in South Africa. You will design, develop, and implement electrical control systems for industrial automation from a fully remote setup, within SA.

The role requires strong PLC/HMI skills, CAD proficiency, and experience with remote troubleshooting and collaboration with distributed teams. Join a global leader in automation, with opportunities to work on high-impact projects and advance your expertise in robotics, IIoT, and safe, efficient

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field.
Minimum 5 years of experience in electrical engineering with a focus on industrial automation.
Proficiency in PLC platforms (Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Omron) and HMI/SCADA software.

Responsibilities

Design and develop electrical control systems for industrial automation projects.
Create electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and control panel layouts using CAD.
Specify components, sensors, actuators, and control hardware.
Troubleshoot and resolve remote electrical and control issues for installations.
Collaborate with clients and project teams via virtual meetings to define requirements.
Develop testing procedures and documentation for electrical systems.
Stay updated on automation tech, including robotics and IIoT.
Improve design standards and remote engineering workflows.
Manage timelines and deliverables for assigned tasks.
Ensure compliance with safety standards for industrial control systems.