Electronic Engineer

AES Global; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Stellenbosch is looking for an Electronic Engineer to drive technical operations in a production environment. The role requires a B.Eng in Electrical and Electronic Engineering and hands-on experience in PCBA rework. You'll be part of an innovative team focused on delivering high-quality electronic solutions with perks like funded lunches and 25 days annual leave.

Benefits

Fully sponsored daily lunches

25 days of annual leave

Personal & professional development budget

Structured development path

Regular team activities

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience in an electronic engineering environment.
• Skilled in PCBA rework (THT & SMD) – critical for this role.
• Analytical thinker with a passion for troubleshooting and optimisation.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of technical operations in a dynamic production environment.
• Focus on fault-finding, testing, and reworking RF hardware.
• Optimise production processes to meet the highest quality standards.

Skills

Hands-on experience

Troubleshooting

Analytical thinking

PCBA rework (THT & SMD)

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Education

B.Eng in Electrical and Electronic Engineering

Tools

Test equipment (VNAs, spectrum/network analysers)

MRP/ERP systems

Job description

Electronic Engineer

Location: Stellenbosch | Working Model: In-Office

Experience: Minimum 2 years | Education: B.Eng (Electrical & Electronic Engineering)

AES Global has partnered with a world-class engineering team to recruit an Electronic Engineer to help drive technical excellence at a high-tech production facility based in Stellenbosch. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a cutting-edge organisation delivering precision-engineered solutions to global markets.

About the Role

As the Electronic Engineer, you'll take ownership of technical operations within a dynamic production environment, with a particular focus on fault-finding, testing, and reworking high-value, low-volume RF hardware. You will play a key role in optimising production processes and ensuring products meet the highest quality standards.

This position is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on problem-solving, values precision and consistency, and is passionate about continuous improvement in a technical production setting.

Required Skills & Experience

• B.Eng in Electrical and Electronic Engineering (Compulsory)
• Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience in an electronic engineering environment
• Skilled in PCBA rework (THT & SMD) — critical for this role
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Analytical thinker with a passion for troubleshooting and optimisation

Bonus Points for Experience In

• RF circuit fault finding and test equipment (VNAs, spectrum/network analysers)
• Working with MRP/ERP systems in a production setting
• ISO 9001-certified environments
• Test automation and scripting

What’s in it for you?

• An opportunity to work with a skilled, innovative engineering team on world-class solutions
• Fully sponsored daily lunches
• 25 days of annual leave
• Access to a personal & professional development budget
• A supportive environment with a structured development path
• Regular team activities and a vibrant company culture

Join a company where engineering excellence meets real-world impact.

If you’re ready to contribute your skills to a collaborative team delivering advanced electronic solutions, we’d love to hear from you. Click Easy Apply above.