Electrical Design & Development Engineer

Placements24; Klerksdorp; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical & dental

Retirement plan

Cutting-edge tech

Professional development

Career advancement

Generous leave

Employee wellbeing

North West facilities

Job summary

Placements24 in Klerksdorp, North West, is seeking an Electrical Design & Development Engineer to shape new and existing products. You will design circuits, develop PCB layouts, and create embedded systems, collaborating with R&D, mechanical, and production teams.

You will lead prototype builds, validate designs, and ensure manufacturability while staying up to date with the latest electrical engineering trends and standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 6+ years in electrical product design and development.
• Experience with schematic capture and PCB layout software.
• Strong knowledge of analog/digital circuits, microcontrollers, and power electronics.
• Experience with embedded systems and firmware integration.
• Familiar with testing equipment such as oscilloscopes and multimeters.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical circuits, PCB layouts, and embedded systems for new product developments.
• Create and maintain detailed electrical schematics, BOMs, and technical documentation.
• Build and test electrical prototypes, performing validation and verification activities.
• Troubleshoot and resolve electrical design issues during development and production.
• Collaborate with firmware engineers to develop and integrate software for embedded systems.
• Conduct component selection and evaluation for performance, reliability, and cost.
• Work with manufacturing teams to ensure designs are production-ready.
• Stay informed about emerging electrical engineering technologies and standards.
• Participate in design reviews and contribute to product improvements.

Skills

Analog & digital circuit design

Embedded systems development

Firmware integration

Schematic capture

PCB layout

Problem solving

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Independent working

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related

Tools

Altium Designer

Eagle

Oscilloscopes

Multimeters

Signal generators

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly expanding manufacturing company known for its innovative product lines, is seeking a talented Electrical Design & Development Engineer to join their team in Klerksdorp, North West . This role is integral to the product development lifecycle, focusing on the design, prototyping, testing, and refinement of electrical systems and components for new and existing products. You will work closely with R&D, mechanical engineering, and production teams to bring innovative electrical solutions to market. This is a superb opportunity for a creative and technically adept engineer to shape the future of our product offerings and contribute to technological advancements in Klerksdorp .

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical circuits, PCB layouts, and embedded systems for new product developments.
• Create and maintain detailed electrical schematics, Bills of Materials (BOMs), and technical documentation.
• Build and test electrical prototypes, performing validation and verification activities.
• Troubleshoot and resolve electrical design issues encountered during development and production phases.
• Collaborate with firmware engineers to develop and integrate software for embedded electrical systems.
• Conduct component selection and evaluation, ensuring performance, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.
• Work with manufacturing teams to ensure designs are production-ready and manufacturable.
• Stay informed about emerging electrical engineering technologies and standards.
• Participate in design reviews and contribute to continuous product improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in electrical product design and development.
• Proficiency in schematic capture and PCB layout software (e.g., Altium Designer, Eagle).
• Solid understanding of analog and digital circuit design, microcontrollers, and power electronics.
• Experience with embedded systems development and firmware integration is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with testing and measurement equipment (oscilloscopes, multimeters, signal generators).
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive medical and dental coverage, and a strong retirement savings plan.
• Employees have access to cutting-edge technology and are encouraged to pursue professional development through training and attending industry conferences.
• This role offers the exciting prospect of contributing directly to product innovation within our Klerksdorp facilities.
• We provide a dynamic work environment with opportunities for career advancement and recognition.
• Additional benefits include performance bonuses, generous annual leave, and a focus on employee well-being.
• Join a company that values creativity and technical expertise in the North West .