Embedded Systems Electrical Engineer

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 1,469,000 - 2,449,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Generous paid time off

Equity potential

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Embedded Systems Electrical Engineer to join our client’s innovative team in a fully remote role. You will design, develop, and test embedded hardware for cutting-edge products, focusing on MCU architectures and robust interfaces.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of experience, a strong firmware mindset, and a track record of delivering reliable hardware. Join a flexible, fully remote environment with opportunities for growth and a collaborative,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering.
• 5+ years of experience in embedded hardware design.
• Proficiency with microcontroller architectures (e.g., ARM, RISC-V) and development tools.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop embedded hardware schematics and PCB layouts.
• Select microcontrollers, sensors, and other components for embedded systems.
• Integrate hardware with firmware, collaborating closely with software engineers.
• Perform hardware bring-up, debugging, and functional testing of embedded prototypes.
• Develop and maintain hardware documentation, including design specifications and test plans.
• Stay current with advancements in embedded systems technology and component trends.

Skills

Embedded hardware design

Firmware integration

Debugging with lab equipment

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering

Tools

Altium

KiCad

I2C

SPI

UART

USB

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a highly skilled Embedded Systems Electrical Engineer to join their innovative team. This is a fully remote position, offering the ultimate flexibility to work from anywhere. You will be instrumental in the design, development, and testing of embedded hardware for cutting-edge products. The ideal candidate has a strong grasp of microcontroller architecture, peripheral interfacing, and firmware development. This role is perfect for a proactive engineer who thrives in a remote setting and is passionate about creating intelligent, connected devices.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop embedded hardware schematics and PCB layouts.
• Select microcontrollers, sensors, and other components for embedded systems.
• Integrate hardware with firmware, collaborating closely with software engineers.
• Perform hardware bring-up, debugging, and functional testing of embedded prototypes.
• Develop and maintain hardware documentation, including design specifications and test plans.
• Stay current with advancements in embedded systems technology and component trends.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering.
• 5+ years of experience in embedded hardware design.
• Proficiency with microcontroller architectures (e.g., ARM, RISC-V) and development tools.
• Experience with PCB design software (e.g., Altium, KiCad) and layout best practices.
• Knowledge of communication protocols such as I2C, SPI, UART, and USB.
• Strong debugging skills and experience with lab equipment (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers).

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for equity.
• Fully remote work arrangement with high flexibility.
• Excellent health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and company holidays.
• Access to advanced development tools and learning resources.