Electronics Engineer

The Hiring House; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A technology hiring agency is seeking an experienced electronic engineer to design and develop electronic systems. The role requires expertise in firmware testing and circuit design, with a strong background in both hardware and software integration. Ideal candidates will have a BTech or BEng in Electrical Engineering with significant relevant experience. This position is based in Cape Town, Western Cape.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience with BTech or 4+ years experience with BEng.
• Experience in electronics development from concept to production.
• Hands-on experience with PCB design and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electronic systems and products.
• Create circuit schematics and PCB layouts.
• Document designs and development processes.

Skills

Electronic design

Firmware and software testing

Troubleshooting hardware issues

Microcontroller programming

Education

BTech Electrical / Electronic Engineering

BEng Electrical / Electronics

Tools

CAD tools (e.g. Altium)

Electronic test equipment

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop electronic systems, components and products based on functional and performance requirements.
• Create circuit schematics and PCB layouts using CAD tools (e.g. Altium)
• Write and Test Firmware and Software for electronic systems, subsystems and components
• Build and test prototypes to verify design functionality and performance.
• Select and source electronic components suitable for design requirements, environmental constraints and budget.
• Troubleshoot and debug hardware and firmware issues during development and production stages.
• Work closely with software, mechanical, and systems engineers to ensure seamless integration of electronic subsystems.
• Document designs and development processes, including specifications, test procedures, and reports.

Key Requirements

• BTech Electrical / Electronic Engineering +6 years relevant experience
• BENG Electrical / Electronics + 4 years relevant experience

Experience

• Working in an electronics development environment, from concept through to production.
• Working with firmware and hardware integration.
• Experience in using electronic test equipment and hands-on experience with PCB design, testing, and troubleshooting
• Familiarity with embedded systems and microcontroller programming is advantageous.

Knowledge

• Electronics
• Analog and Digital Circuit Design
• PCB Design
• Firmware Design
• Test and Verification
• System Engineering
• Simulation Tools
• Programming Languages (eg Python)

Please see uploaded cv.

NB : Should you not hear from us within 6 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.