Senior Electrical Hardware Engineer

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Modern office facilities

Professional development

Career growth opportunities

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Randburg, South Africa, seeks a Senior Electrical Hardware Engineer to lead hardware design from concept to production, developing analog and digital circuits, guiding PCB layouts, and validating hardware in a fast-paced R&D environment.

The role requires a Bachelor's or Master’s in Electrical Engineering, 7+ years of hands-on hardware experience, and proficiency with Altium Designer or Cadence Allegro; strong knowledge of RF, embedded systems, and interfaces such as SPI, I2C,

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of hands-on experience in electrical hardware design and development.
• Proven experience with schematic capture and PCB layout tools (e.g., Altium Designer, Cadence Allegro).
• Strong understanding of microcontrollers, FPGAs, DSPs, and embedded systems.
• Proficiency in analog circuit design, including power management, signal conditioning, and amplification.
• Experience with RF design, high-speed digital interfaces, and signal integrity analysis is a plus.
• Familiarity with various communication protocols (e.g., SPI, I2C, UART, USB, Ethernet).
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and debugging skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
• Experience within the electronics manufacturing or product development sector in Randburg is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop complex analog and digital electronic circuits and systems.
• Create detailed schematic diagrams and specify electronic components.
• Oversee and guide PCB layout design, ensuring optimal performance and manufacturability.
• Develop and execute hardware testing and validation plans, including functional testing, performance testing, and reliability testing.
• Troubleshoot and debug hardware issues at the component, board, and system level.
• Collaborate closely with firmware engineers, software developers, and mechanical engineers to ensure seamless product integration.
• Select appropriate test equipment and measurement tools for hardware characterization.
• Document designs, test procedures, and results comprehensively.
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in electronic components, circuit design techniques, and industry trends.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of hardware design processes and methodologies.
• Mentor junior hardware engineers and provide technical guidance.

Skills

Analog & Digital Circuit Design

PCB Layout

Embedded Systems

Microcontrollers

FPGAs

DSPs

Signal Integrity

Power Management

RF Design

Schematic Capture

Team Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Altium Designer

Cadence Allegro

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leader in the development of advanced electronic devices and systems, is seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Hardware Engineer to join their innovative R&D team in Randburg, Gauteng . This role is pivotal in designing, developing, and testing cutting-edge hardware solutions that form the core of our product offerings. You will be responsible for the entire hardware design lifecycle, from conceptualization and schematic capture to PCB layout, prototyping, and validation. We are looking for a highly skilled engineer with a passion for electronics, a deep understanding of analog and digital circuit design, and a proven ability to solve complex technical challenges. This position offers a fantastic opportunity to work on state-of-the-art technology, collaborate with a talented team of engineers, and contribute to the future of our product portfolio. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, innovative environment and is committed to delivering high-quality, reliable hardware.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop complex analog and digital electronic circuits and systems.
• Create detailed schematic diagrams and specify electronic components.
• Oversee and guide PCB layout design, ensuring optimal performance and manufacturability.
• Develop and execute hardware testing and validation plans, including functional testing, performance testing, and reliability testing.
• Troubleshoot and debug hardware issues at the component, board, and system level.
• Collaborate closely with firmware engineers, software developers, and mechanical engineers to ensure seamless product integration.
• Select appropriate test equipment and measurement tools for hardware characterization.
• Document designs, test procedures, and results comprehensively.
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in electronic components, circuit design techniques, and industry trends.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of hardware design processes and methodologies.
• Mentor junior hardware engineers and provide technical guidance.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of hands-on experience in electrical hardware design and development.
• Proven experience with schematic capture and PCB layout tools (e.g., Altium Designer, Cadence Allegro).
• Strong understanding of microcontrollers, FPGAs, DSPs, and embedded systems.
• Proficiency in analog circuit design, including power management, signal conditioning, and amplification.
• Experience with RF design, high-speed digital interfaces, and signal integrity analysis is a plus.
• Familiarity with various communication protocols (e.g., SPI, I2C, UART, USB, Ethernet).
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and debugging skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
• Experience within the electronics manufacturing or product development sector in Randburg is an advantage.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on innovative and cutting-edge electronic products.
• Contribution to a dynamic R&D environment with a focus on technological advancement.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• A collaborative team culture that values innovation and technical excellence.
• Potential for career growth into leadership roles.
• Modern office facilities.