Junior Electronics Engineer

The Legends Agency; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A sports technology company in Cape Town is seeking a Junior Electronics Engineer to join their electronics development team. In this role, you will design and validate embedded systems for sports tracking devices, gaining hands-on experience from concept to production. Candidates should have a degree or be in their final year of study in Electronics or Mechatronics, with a solid understanding of circuit design principles and some lab experience. The monthly salary ranges from R30 000 to R42 000.

Qualifications

• Degree or final-year student in Electronics, Mechatronics, or related field.
• Solid understanding of circuit design principles.
• Practical lab experience using oscilloscopes, soldering tools, and diagnostic instruments.

Responsibilities

• Support schematic design and PCB layout for embedded systems.
• Assemble, debug, and test prototypes using lab equipment.
• Conduct validation and performance testing in lab and real-world conditions.
• Collaborate with software and mechanical teams for system integration.
• Assist with supplier communication and prototype build coordination.

Skills

Circuit design principles

Microcontrollers and communication protocols

Proactive attitude

Curiosity

Hands-on lab experience

Education

Degree in Electronics or Mechatronics

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Soldering tools

Diagnostic instruments

Job description

About the job Junior Electronics Engineer

Junior Electronics Engineer. Be part of a team redefining performance through innovation in sports technology. Claremont, Cape Town | R30 000 to R42 000 per month | 8am to 5pm.

About Our Client

Our client is an award‑winning sports technology company developing advanced embedded systems and wireless solutions used by elite teams worldwide. They blend engineering precision with creative design to deliver cutting‑edge performance data products. Joining this team means contributing to a fast‑paced, high‑impact environment where innovation and collaboration drive every project.

The Role: Junior Electronics Engineer

As a Junior Electronics Engineer, you'll be part of the electronics development team designing and validating embedded systems that power next‑generation sports tracking devices. You'll gain hands‑on experience across the full product lifecycle from concept and prototyping to testing and production while being mentored by seasoned engineers in a dynamic, collaborative setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Support schematic design and PCB layout for embedded systems.
• Assemble, debug, and test prototypes using lab equipment.
• Conduct validation and performance testing in lab and real‑world conditions.
• Collaborate with software, mechanical, and project teams to integrate systems.
• Assist with supplier communication and prototype build coordination.
• Apply and develop knowledge in Design for Manufacture (DfM) and Design for Test (DfT).

About You

Degree or final‑year student in Electronics, Mechatronics, or related field.

Solid understanding of circuit design principles.

Familiar with microcontrollers and communication protocols (I²C, SPI, UART).

Practical lab experience using oscilloscopes, soldering tools, and diagnostic instruments.

Proactive, curious, and eager to grow within a fast‑evolving embedded systems environment.

Nice‑to‑have: Experience with Altium Designer, MCU programming, RF systems, or a passion for sports technology.