PCB Design Engineer

Milton Resourcing; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a talented PCB Design Engineer passionate about digital electronic circuit design and RF systems. This role involves designing and simulating advanced circuits, developing optimized PCB layouts, and ensuring alignment with industry standards in the defence and aerospace sectors. Candidates should have 3+ years of relevant experience and a degree in Electronic Engineering.

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience in PCB and electronic circuit design, preferably in RF or defence applications.
• Proficiency in RF and digital circuit simulation, analysis, and PCB layout.
• Strong knowledge of transmission line theory, impedance matching, and RF component behaviour.

Responsibilities

• Design and simulate RF and digital electronic circuits using industry-standard tools.
• Develop PCB layouts optimized for RF and high-speed digital circuits.
• Support product development through schematic capture, circuit analysis, and prototype evaluation.

Skills

Digital electronic circuit design

RF systems

Analytical skills

Detail-oriented approach

Excellent teamwork

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electronic Engineering

Tools

Altium or equivalent

Spectrum analyzers

VNAs

Oscilloscopes

Job description

Position: PCB Design Engineer – Defence, Aerospace & Telecoms
Location: Gauteng, Tshwane
Type: Permanent / Full-time

We are seeking a talented and motivated PCB Design Engineer with a passion for digital electronic circuit design, simulation, and RF systems. This role is ideal for engineers excited to work on advanced antenna systems and RF technologies in the defence, aerospace, and telecommunications sectors.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and simulate RF and digital electronic circuits using industry-standard tools (e.g., Altium or equivalent).

• Develop PCB layouts optimized for RF and high-speed digital circuits.

• Support product development through schematic capture, circuit analysis, and prototype evaluation.

• Conduct RF measurements and performance verification using spectrum analyzers, VNAs, and oscilloscopes.

• Collaborate with mechanical, RF, and systems engineers to ensure design integrity and performance compliance.

• Adhere to industry standards and best practices for EMC and regulatory requirements.

• Contribute to design reviews, documentation, and continuous product improvement.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electronic Engineering or related field.

• 3+ years’ experience in PCB and electronic circuit design, preferably in RF or defence applications.

• Proficiency in RF and digital circuit simulation, analysis, and PCB layout.

• Strong knowledge of transmission line theory, impedance matching, and RF component behaviour.

• Experience using RF test equipment (spectrum analyzers, VNAs, oscilloscopes).

• Understanding of EMC principles and regulatory standards.

Advantageous

• Professional certification in RF design or PCB design.

• Exposure to antenna design and characterization.

• Familiarity with FPGA programming or digital signal processing (DSP) concepts.

Key Attributes

• Analytical and detail-oriented approach to engineering challenges.

• Excellent teamwork and communication skills.

• Self-motivated, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities.

• Passion for learning and advancing technology in high-performance systems.

Apply now with your CV and a short cover letter highlighting your experience in RF and PCB design.