Electronic Hardware Test Engineer (Characterization Engineer)

Azoteq (Pty) Ltd; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

Job summary

Azoteq in Paarl, Western Cape, South Africa is seeking an Electronic Hardware Test Engineer (Characterization Engineer) to test and characterize ICs, microcontrollers, and LED drivers. You will interpret schematics, develop hardware and firmware for full characterization, and work on cross-functional teams.

The role demands 2–5 years of practical experience with M.Eng or B.Eng Electronics and is based on-site in Paarl, offering exposure to cutting-edge sensor and IC technology within a leading

Qualifications

• Education: M.Eng or B.Eng Electronics
• Technical skills listed above including embedded development, PCB design, scripting, C/C++, SPICE simulation, IC knowledge, VHDL/Verilog (advantageous), Windows, and QMS

Responsibilities

• Conduct tests to characterize electronic hardware including MCUs and ASICs such as capacitive, magnetic, light sensors and LED drivers.
• Analyse test data, identify root causes of failures, and prepare characterization reports.
• Diagnose and resolve technical problems with hardware designs and performance.
• Write and debug test programs for hardware characterization, ensuring accurate and time-efficient test systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate hardware components into complete systems.
• Follow hardware design processes and contribute to documentation.
• Support Azoteq products as required.
• Perform other responsibilities as agreed.

Skills

Embedded microprocessor development (C

PCB design and layout

Scripting Python

C and C++ programming

Analog SPICE-based simulation

Knowledge of integrated circuits

VHDL and Verilog (advantageous)

Windows OS

Quality Management Systems (QMS)

Education

M.Eng or B.Eng Electronics

Tools

SPICE-based simulator

PIC/STM32 toolchains

STM32 toolchain

Job description

Job Description

Job Description: Electronic Hardware Test Engineer (Characterization Engineer) Location: Paarl, Western Cape, South AfricaEmployment Type: Permanent, On-siteEducation Level: M.Eng or B.Eng ElectronicsExperience Level: 2 - 5 years practical experience

About Azoteq

Azoteq, headquartered in Paarl, Western Cape, is a leading fabless semiconductor company specializing in innovative integrated circuits. We are seeking to recruit an Electronic Hardware Test Engineer (Characterization Engineer) to join our IC Group.

Role Summary

An Electronic Hardware Characterization Engineer will be involved in testing and characterization of integrated circuit (IC) microcontrollers, analog sensors, and LED drivers.Candidates must be able to understand and interpret analog and digital schematics to develop electronic hardware and associated firmware that will fully characterize the circuits.

Key Responsibilities Testing and Validation:

Conduct tests to characterize the performance of electronic hardware, including microcontrollers and ASICs such as capacitive sensors, magnetic sensors, light sensors, and high-power LED drivers. Ensure compliance with design specifications and industry standards.

Data Analysis & Reporting:Analyse test data to understand performance, identify root causes of failures, and prepare detailed characterization reports.

Troubleshooting:Diagnose and resolve technical problems with hardware designs and performance.

Test Program Development:Write and debug test programs for hardware characterization, ensuring accurate and time-efficient test systems.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful integration of hardware components into complete systems.

Documentation:Follow defined hardware design processes and contribute to documentation for hardware designs.

Additional Duties:Support Azoteq products where required.

Perform other responsibilities as agreed from time to time.

Skills and Qualifications

Education: M.Eng or B.Eng Electronics

Technical Skills:

• Embedded microprocessor development (e.g., Microchip PIC, STM8, STM32)
• PCB design and layout
• Scripting (e.g., Python)
• Programming in C and C++
• Analog simulation using SPICE-based simulator
• Knowledge of integrated circuits
• Experience with VHDL and Verilog (advantageous)
• Proficiency in Windows operating system
• Working knowledge of Quality Management Systems (QMS)

Core Competencies:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Systematic approach and well-organized work methodology
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities
• Commitment to continuous learning and staying updated on advancements in electronic hardware

technologies

Why Join Azoteq?

Be part of a pioneering semiconductor company driving innovation in sensor and IC technology. Work in a collaborative environment with opportunities for professional growth. Contribute to cutting-edge projects in microcontrollers, sensors, and LED drivers.