Modelling and Simulation Engineer (Electro-optics) (Centurion)

DataFin; Centurion, Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 650,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in Security Solutions is looking for a Modelling and Simulation Engineer in Centurion, South Africa. This role requires expertise in modelling and simulation of Electro-optic sensors, components, and subsystems. Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience in a Scientific or Engineering R&D environment, strong proficiency in MATLAB and Python, along with a B.Eng Degree in Electronics. Key responsibilities include system modelling, lens design analysis, data analysis, and algorithm development.

Qualifications

• 5 years’ experience in Scientific or Engineering R&D or Product Development.
• Advanced knowledge of MATLAB and Python required.

Responsibilities

• Design and use of system models for simulation.
• Evaluate existing and proposed optical designs.
• Assist in algorithm development and optimisation.
• Prepare algorithms for embedded systems deployment.

Skills

MATLAB

Python

Data Analysis

Signal Processing

Electro-Optics

Image Processing Software

Education

B.Eng. Electronics or equivalent qualification

Master’s Degree preferred

Job description

Environment

YOUR expertise in modelling and simulation, specifically in Electro-optic sensors, components and subsystems is sought by a global leader in Security Solutions seeking its next Modelling and Simulation Engineer. Applicants should have an interest and aptitude to evaluate and improve system performance through optimisation of optics and algorithms. You should be able to analyse and summarise results of, for example, field and laboratory measurements so that it can be presented to various stakeholders. You will require a B.Eng Degree in Electronics or equivalent tertiary qualification and preferably have at least 5 years’ experience in a Scientific or Engineering R&D and /or Product Development environment with proficiency in MATLAB, Python and similar tools – advanced knowledge and experience required.

Duties

• Modelling and Simulation - Design and use of system models.
• Modelling and Simulation - MATLAB, Simulink, Python, Excel (Advanced).
• Modelling and Simulation - Hardware-in-the-loop simulations.
• Modelling and Simulation - Component (e.g. detector) level simulation up to system level simulation.
• Modelling and Simulation - Evaluation and optimisation for the purpose of improving overall system performance.

• Lens Design Analysis - Evaluate existing and proposed optical designs.
• Lens Design Analysis - Commercial lens design packages.
• Lens Design Analysis - Modelling as part of larger system model.

• Filter design and evaluation - Understanding of thin film filters.
• Filter design and evaluation - Understanding of absorption filters.
• Filter design and evaluation - Measurement of filters.
• Filter design and evaluation - Robustness design.

• Algorithm Design and Signal Processing – Assist in algorithm development and optimisation as required.

• Data Analysis - Data Analysis of measurements.
• Data Analysis - Summary and presentation of results.
• Data Analysis - Prepare algorithms for deployment onto embedded systems.

Requirements

• Qualifications – B.Eng. Electronics or an equivalent qualification.
• Qualifications – Master’s Degree preferred.

Experience/Skills

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a Scientific or Engineering R&D and /or Product Development environment.
• MATLAB, Python and similar tools – advanced knowledge and experience required.
• Good skills in summarising and presenting results.
• Basic System Engineering knowledge.
• Data Analysis and Reporting.
• Signal Processing.
• Electro-Optics.
• Radiometry.
• Image Processing Software.
• Electronic Warfare.

Advantageous

• Knowledge of an electronics production, repair and maintenance environment.
• Knowledge of Electro-optic systems.
• Optic, Electro-optic and Radiometry knowledge.