Production Technician

Exceed HR and Recruitment; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 250,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Exceed HR and Recruitment is recruiting for a Production Technician in Stellenbosch. The role focuses on assembling, testing, and diagnosing RF and digital communication systems, with emphasis on PCB assemblies, cabling, and mechanical components.

The ideal candidate will have a BTech or Advanced Diploma in Electrical & Electronic Engineering and at least 5 years of related experience, including RF test capabilities and ESD‑safe practices, in high‑reliability electronics environments.

Qualifications

• BTech Degree or Advanced Diploma in Electrical & Electronic Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience as a Production Technician or in a similar electronic manufacturing environment.
• Experience with RF and communication systems.
• South African citizenship or a valid work permit.
• Experience in aerospace/defence/space or high‑reliability electronics advantageous.
• Knowledge of RF testing equipment, including spectrum analysers, oscilloscopes, signal generators, vector network analysers, and power meters.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, schematics, bills of materials, and technical documentation.
• Experience with component‑level fault‑finding, precision electronic assembly, and ESD‑safe handling.
• Familiarity with quality management systems such as ISO 9001 or AS9100 advantageous.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical problem‑solving skills, and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative engineering environment.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, integrate, and test RF and digital communication systems, including PCB assemblies, cable harnesses, and mechanical components.
• Perform functional, environmental, and RF testing using specialised laboratory equipment to ensure product quality and performance.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot production faults to component level, document findings, and support continuous product improvement.
• Assist with product industrialisation by developing test jigs, creating work instructions, and providing manufacturing feedback.
• Maintain accurate production and testing records while ensuring compliance with quality, ESD, cleanliness, and industry standards.
• Support product qualification testing, including vibration, thermal cycling, and thermal vacuum test campaigns.

Skills

RF testing

PCB assembly

Troubleshooting

Documentation

ESD handling

Quality standards

Teamwork

Education

BTech or Advanced Diploma in E&E

Tools

Spectrum analysers

Oscilloscopes

Signal generators

Vector network analysers

Power meters

Job description

Production Technician position available in Stellenbosch.

Key Responsibilities

• Assemble, integrate, and test RF and digital communication systems, including PCB assemblies, cable harnesses, and mechanical components.
• Perform functional, environmental, and RF testing using specialised laboratory equipment to ensure product quality and performance.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot production faults to component level, document findings, and support continuous product improvement.
• Assist with product industrialisation by developing test jigs, creating work instructions, and providing manufacturing feedback.
• Maintain accurate production and testing records while ensuring compliance with quality, ESD, cleanliness, and industry standards.
• Support product qualification testing, including vibration, thermal cycling, and thermal vacuum test campaigns.

Minimum Requirements:

• BTech Degree or Advanced Diploma in Electrical & Electronic Engineering or an equivalent qualification.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience as a Production Technician or in a similar electronic manufacturing environment.
• Experience working with RF and communication systems.
• South African citizenship or a valid work permit.
• Experience in the aerospace, defence, space, or other high-reliability electronics industries advantageous.
• Knowledge of RF testing equipment, including spectrum analysers, oscilloscopes, signal generators, vector network analysers, and power meters.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, schematics, bills of materials, and technical documentation.
• Experience with component-level fault-finding, precision electronic assembly, and ESD-safe handling practices.
• Familiarity with quality management systems such as ISO 9001 or AS9100 advantageous.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical problem-solving skills, and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative engineering environment.