Senior Electrical Design and Validation Engineer

Placements24; Kimberley; On-site; CAD 76,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium medical aid

Retirement savings plan

Performance bonuses

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Electrical Design and Validation Engineer for its Kimberley facility. You will drive end-to-end electrical design, from schematics and SPICE simulations to PCB layout and comprehensive validation, ensuring performance and reliability.

You will lead testing with oscilloscopes and analyzers, analyze results, and collaborate across mechanical, software, and systems teams to deliver robust hardware solutions.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or closely related field.
• 8+ years of experience in electrical design with emphasis on validation and testing.
• Proven experience designing complex analog and digital circuits, including microcontroller-based systems.
• Proficiency in schematic capture and PCB layout tools (Altium Designer, Cadence Allegro).
• Expertise in SPICE / PSpice and EMC principles.

Responsibilities

• Lead the electrical design process for new products and systems, ensuring requirements are met.
• Develop detailed schematics, simulations, and component selection for circuits.
• Oversee PCB layout for signal integrity and manufacturability.
• Create test plans and validation strategies to verify design performance.
• Conduct hands-on testing with oscilloscopes and analyzers; analyze data and modify designs.
• Collaborate with mechanical, software, and systems engineers throughout development.
• Document specifications, test procedures, and validation reports.
• Stay current with electrical engineering technologies and tools.

Skills

Circuit design

PCB layout

Simulation tools

EMC testing

Testing methodologies

Analytical thinking

Technical writing

Education

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Altium Designer

Cadence Allegro

SPICE / PSpice

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leader in advanced technology solutions, is seeking a highly experienced Senior Electrical Design and Validation Engineer for their facility in Kimberley, Northern Cape . This role is critical for the end-to-end development of complex electrical systems and components, from initial concept and design through to rigorous validation and testing. You will be responsible for ensuring that designs meet stringent performance, reliability, and safety requirements, often for demanding applications. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in electrical circuit design, PCB layout, component selection, and comprehensive testing methodologies. This is a unique opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology in a specialized field within Kimberley , contributing to the innovation and quality assurance of our client's products. We are looking for a meticulous and analytical engineer who can drive technical excellence and ensure the robustness of our electrical designs. Your role will be pivotal in bringing innovative electrical solutions to market successfully.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the electrical design process for new products and systems, ensuring requirements are met.
• Develop detailed electrical schematics, PSpice simulations, and component selection for analog, digital, and power circuits.
• Oversee PCB layout design, ensuring signal integrity, power delivery, and manufacturability.
• Develop comprehensive test plans and validation strategies to verify design performance and reliability.
• Conduct hands‑on testing of electrical circuits and systems using oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and other test equipment.
• Analyze test data, identify root causes of failures, and implement design modifications to resolve issues.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams, including mechanical, software, and systems engineers, throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Document design specifications, test procedures, and validation reports.
• Stay updated on the latest electrical engineering technologies, components, and design tools.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in electrical design, with a strong emphasis on validation and testing.
• Proven experience in designing complex analog and digital circuits, including microcontroller‑based systems.
• Proficiency in schematic capture and PCB layout tools (e.g., Altium Designer, Cadence Allegro).
• Expertise in simulation tools such as SPICE, PSpice, or similar.
• Solid understanding of electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) principles and testing.
• Experience with various testing methodologies, including environmental testing and stress analysis.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and debugging skills.
• Strong technical writing and communication abilities.
• Familiarity with firmware development is a plus.

Benefits

• Our client offers a highly competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including premium medical aid, retirement savings plan, and performance bonuses.
• This role provides an exceptional opportunity for professional growth and advancement within a technologically advanced company located in Kimberley .
• Employees benefit from a stimulating work environment that encourages innovation and collaboration.
• Access to state‑of‑the‑art laboratory facilities and equipment is provided.
• The company invests in employee development through training programs and support for further education.
• You will be working on challenging and impactful projects that push the boundaries of electrical engineering.
• This position offers a chance to make a significant contribution to product development and quality assurance.