Electronic Application Engineer

Jenrec Recruitment; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in South Africa is seeking a skilled engineer to develop power electronics and embedded systems. The role involves designing power converter modules, working in a high-performance team, and ensuring compliance with standards. Candidates must hold a BEng or MEng in Electrical & Electronic Engineering and possess extensive experience in power electronics.

Benefits

Stable on-site role

Opportunities for growth

High-performance culture

Qualifications

• 25 years of hands-on experience in power electronics and embedded microprocessor development.
• Proficient in testing, debugging, and circuit-level troubleshooting.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop power converter modules and embedded hardware systems.
• Translate requirements into technical solutions and drive products through to commercialization.
• Draft and maintain test specifications, validate designs, and ensure compliance with ISO9001:2015.

Skills

Power electronics and embedded systems

Hardware prototyping

C / C++ firmware development

Altium Designer

Version control (GitLab)

Communication skills

Education

BEng or MEng in Electrical & Electronic Engineering

Job description

This is a unique opportunity to be part of a multidisciplinary team known for excellence in the design, development, manufacturing, and testing of advanced electronic modules and IoT-enabled solutions.

About the Role

This position focuses on the development and integration of innovative power electronic applications using advanced ASIC technologies. The selected candidate will play a central role in designing power converter modules, building embedded systems, and developing robust hardware solutions for high-volume manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop power converter modules and embedded hardware systems
• Translate requirements into technical solutions, develop prototypes, and drive products through to commercialization
• Draft and maintain test specifications, validate designs, and ensure documentation complies with internal processes (ISO9001:2015)
• Own and manage project delivery across the full product development lifecycle
• Provide technical support to clients and internal stakeholders
• Collaborate within a highly skilled team to deliver cutting-edge hardware solutions
• Contribute to a positive and innovative team culture

Core Skills & Experience

• 25 years of hands-on experience in power electronics and embedded microprocessor development
• Proficient in hardware prototyping, testing, debugging, and circuit-level troubleshooting
• Experience with Altium Designer or similar PCB CAD tools
• Skilled in C / C++ firmware development for microcontroller systems
• Familiarity with GitLab or other version control tools
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact effectively with internal teams and external partners

What Theyre Looking For

An adaptable and technically proficient engineer who takes initiative, enjoys solving complex problems, and works well in a collaborative team environment. The ideal candidate thrives in a structured, quality-focused setting and is excited about contributing to the design of mission-critical electronic systems.

The Role Offers

• A chance to work on high-impact embedded and power electronic products
• Involvement in developing solutions from concept through to high-volume production
• A stable, on-site role in the scenic Western Cape
• A high-performance culture with strong engineering leadership and growth opportunities

Applicants must have a BEng or MEng in Electrical & Electronic Engineering and meet the required technical experience.

This role is ideal for an engineer whos ready to take ownership, push boundaries, and help shape the next generation of intelligent electronic systems.