Junior Electronic's Design and Detailing Engineer

Barrows; Durban; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in global retail design is seeking an Electrical Design Engineer. This role involves developing innovative lighting and harnessing solutions, creating 3D models, and collaborating across engineering teams. Ideal candidates will hold a BEng/BTech in Electronics or Mechatronics and have practical design experience. Join a team dedicated to quality, reliability, and excellence in engineering.

Qualifications

• BEng/BTech in relevant engineering field required.
• Experience in design, manufacturing, or engineering environment preferred.
• 1-2 years in a similar role.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop lighting and harnessing solutions.
• Create electronic 3D models and generate manufacturing drawings.
• Manage time effectively to meet project deadlines.

Skills

3D CAD software

Electrical safety

Cost-efficiency

Education

BEng/BTech Degree in Electronics or Mechatronics Engineering

Tools

Creo Parametric

Job description

About BARROWS:

We’ve been operating in the global retail design realm for over 30 years, continually growing and adapting to meet the demands of each of the regions we operate in. Everything we do is centered on a single overarching mission; creating solutions that drive shopper conversion. Our range of services encompasses everything from insights and strategy, design and conceptualization, right through to engineering and execution. True to our heritage in manufacturing, our ideas and designs are firmly rooted in technical know-how. We design with real-world results in mind, and always strive to be remarkable.

No matter where people are from or what role they serve, Barrows employees all over the world are united by their can-do demeanor and determination to create the best solutions for our clients. The result is not only top-tier work, but a camaraderie not often found within a global agency.

Key Responsibilities Electronics & Harnessing Design:

• Design and develop lighting and harnessing solutions for prototype display units.
• Ensure all designs prioritize quality, reliability, electrical safety, and cost-efficiency.
• Maintain design integrity from concept through to implementation.

3D Modeling & Technical Documentation:

• Create detailed electronic 3D models and generate manufacturing drawing packs using Creo Parametric (or similar CAD software).

Cross-Functional Exposure:

• Gain hands-on experience in the prototyping and production environments to understand manufacturing workflows.
• Collaborate with the Mechanical Engineering team to integrate electronics seamlessly with structural components.
• Learn procurement processes related to sourcing and specifying electronic components.

Planning & Delivery:

• Manage time effectively to meet engineering project deadlines.
• Proactively mitigate potential delays during the product development life-cycle.
• Adapt to project-specific timelines and priorities as needed.

General Support:

• Take on ad hoc responsibilities and assist with specific project tasks as requested by management.

Requirements:

• BEng/BTech Degree in Electronics (L/C) or Mechatronics Engineering.
• Experience with 3D CAD software; proficiency in Creo Parametric is advantageous.

Preferred Experience:

• Minimum of 1-2 year of experience in a relevant design, manufacturing, or engineering environment.