Development Engineer - Hardware
Key Responsibilities
Design electronic circuits and systems based on detailed specifications
Build and test prototypes to validate functionality and performance
Ensure product reliability in real-world operating environments
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (mechanical software production) for integration and efficient manufacturing
Develop production-ready designs with a focus on consistency cost-effectiveness and DFM principles
Support EMC compliance safety standards and regulatory requirements throughout the design process
Design or contribute to test equipment and validation processes
Document designs thoroughly according to internal and industry standards
Provide post-deployment technical support and address field issues
Mentor junior engineers and contribute to continuous process improvement
Qualifications and Expertise Required
Electronics) / BSc Engineering (Electronics) or equivalent qualification
Minimum 5 years experience in :
Analog and digital circuit design
Embedded system design and programming
Industrialization and product development of electronic systems
Strong understanding of both hardware and software integration
Proficient in C / C programming especially for embedded applications
Experience with PCB design; Altium Designer skills are highly advantageous
Working knowledge of microcontrollers FPGAs and digital signal processing (DSP)
Familiarity with communication protocols (e.g. I2C SPI UART CAN Ethernet)
Skilled in circuit simulation and analysis tools (e.g. LTSpice PSpice MATLAB)
Ability to read and interpret technical schematics and datasheets
Experience in design for manufacturability (DFM) and design for testability (DFT)
Understanding of EMC / EMI compliance and relevant industry standards
Familiarity with version control systems (e.g. Git SVN)
Comfortable using laboratory test equipment (oscilloscopes logic analysers spectrum analysers multi-meters etc.)
Exposure to product certification and regulatory compliance processes is a plus
Working knowledge of RF design and principles including antenna integration and RF layout considerations
Key Skills
Arm,Electrical Engineering,SOC,System Design,Firmware,C / C++,PCB,Sensors,Fpga,Digital design,Assembly,Product Development
Employment Type : Full Time
Experience : years
Vacancy : 1
Development Engineer • Edenvale, Gauteng, South Africa