Senior Electrical Systems Design Engineer

Placements24; Sandton; Hybride; ZAR 900 000 - 1 400 000; Plein temps

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Premium private healthcare

Stock options

Performance bonuses

Professional development & conference

Flexible working arrangements

Résumé du poste

Placements24 in Sandton, Gauteng, seeks a Senior Electrical Systems Design Engineer to lead complex electrical system design, including analog/digital circuits, power electronics, and PCB layout. You will define architectures, select components, and drive verification from concept to production.

The role requires a Master’s in Electrical Engineering (PhD preferred) with 8+ years in design, hands-on experience with Altium/Cadence, SPICE, and MATLAB/Simulink, and strong leadership capabilities.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field is required.
• PhD is a plus and highly regarded.
• Proven track record in leading electrical system design projects.

Responsabilités

• Lead the design and development of complex electrical systems and subsystems.
• Create detailed electrical schematics, PCB layouts, and system integration plans.
• Perform circuit analysis, simulation, and verification to ensure design integrity.
• Select and evaluate electronic components, microcontrollers, and power management ICs.
• Develop and implement testing procedures for validation and quality assurance.
• Collaborate with firmware, software, and mechanical teams to ensure seamless system integration.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex electrical and system-level issues.
• Document design specifications, test results, and technical reports.
• Stay current with emerging electrical engineering technologies and best practices.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to technical knowledge sharing within the team.

Connaissances

Leadership

Analog/Digital Design

Embedded Systems

Power Electronics

PCB Layout

Schematic Capture

Altium Designer

Cadence Allegro

SPICE

MATLAB/Simulink

I2C

SPI

UART

Ethernet

Formation

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

PhD (preferred)

Outils

Altium Designer

Cadence Allegro

SPICE

MATLAB/Simulink

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and innovative Senior Electrical Systems Design Engineer to join their cutting-edge technology division in Sandton, Gauteng . This role is focused on the design and development of complex electrical systems for advanced applications, requiring a deep understanding of electronics, power management, and control systems. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in leading design projects from concept through to production, with a strong emphasis on innovation, efficiency, and reliability. You will be instrumental in defining system architectures, selecting components, and ensuring that designs meet rigorous performance specifications. Our client is at the forefront of its industry, offering a dynamic and intellectually stimulating work environment with excellent opportunities for professional growth and development. If you are passionate about pushing the boundaries of electrical engineering and contributing to groundbreaking technologies, this is the role for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of complex electrical systems and subsystems.
• Create detailed electrical schematics, PCB layouts, and system integration plans.
• Perform circuit analysis, simulation, and verification to ensure design integrity.
• Select and evaluate electronic components, microcontrollers, and power management ICs.
• Develop and implement testing procedures for validation and quality assurance.
• Collaborate with firmware, software, and mechanical engineering teams to ensure seamless system integration.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex electrical and system-level issues.
• Document design specifications, test results, and technical reports.
• Stay current with emerging electrical engineering technologies and best practices.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to technical knowledge sharing within the team.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field; Ph.D. is a plus.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in electrical systems design.
• Strong expertise in analog and digital circuit design, embedded systems, and power electronics.
• Proficiency in schematic capture and PCB layout tools (e.g., Altium Designer, Cadence Allegro).
• Experience with simulation tools (e.g., SPICE, MATLAB/Simulink).
• Knowledge of communication protocols (e.g., I2C, SPI, UART, Ethernet).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and debugging skills.
• Strong project management and leadership capabilities.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in product development lifecycles is essential.

Benefits

• Our client offers an exceptionally competitive salary package, along with significant performance-based bonuses and stock options.
• Comprehensive benefits include premium private healthcare, a generous pension plan, and life insurance.
• We invest heavily in our employees' growth through advanced training, support for further education, and opportunities to attend international conferences.
• Employees enjoy ample paid time off and flexible working arrangements.

This role offers the chance to work on revolutionary projects at the forefront of technology in Sandton, Gauteng . Join a world-class team driving innovation.