Senior Engineer (Hardware / Firmware Development Engineer)

University of Fort Hare; KwaZulu-Natal; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A regional university in KwaZulu-Natal is seeking a Senior Engineer specializing in Hardware and Firmware Development. This mid-career role involves leading engineering projects, designing electronic hardware components, and mentoring junior staff. Suitable candidates should have experience in PCB design and RF development. Interested applicants can apply online or email their CV.

Qualifications

• Mid-career level position with significant contributions to Engineering projects.
• Experience required in Hardware and Firmware Development.
• Familiarity with cross-functional collaboration and technical leadership.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test hardware components for electronic products.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure successful project delivery.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior members.

Skills

Hardware Development

Firmware Development

PCB Design

Embedded Automotive

RF Development

C/C++ Programming

Technical Leadership

Tools

Altium Designer

LT Spice

STM Technology

Microchip Technology

Job description

2025-06-25 - 2025-11-28

Permanent

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We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Engineer with expertise in Hardware Development or Firmware Development to join our innovative team in KZN.

About the Role

This is a mid-career level position where you will significantly contribute to and lead various projects within the Engineering & Technical domain.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test hardware components for electronic products.
• Demonstrate Hardware Development experience, particularly with SCH+PCB design and Altium Designer.
• Possess Hardware Design experience, particularly in Embedded Automotive, including familiarity with CAN, LIN, PSUs, IOs, and relays.
• Conduct Hardware Simulation, with LT Spice being preferable.
• Exhibit RF Development experience, including CPW, antenna matching/tuning, and the use of network analyzers.
• Apply Firmware Development skills, utilizing C, C++, RTOS, GSM, GPS, CAN/LIN, TCP, and TLS.
• Develop firmware for embedded systems using STM and Microchip technologies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the successful delivery of projects.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior team members.
• Conduct performance analysis and optimization of hardware and firmware designs.

Apply online; or Email CV to [e-mail]