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SUMMARY:

A technology company in Randburg is seeking a Senior Electronic Hardware Engineer.

Senior Hardware Engineer

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NES021761/RS

Date posted:

Thursday, June 19, 2025

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:

A technology company in Randburg is seeking a Senior Electronic Hardware Engineer.

POSITION INFO:

We are looking for a hard-working, innovative, and passionate Engineer to join our dynamic engineering team, in a vertically integrated, high-growth company active in the railway,

commercial truck, defence, and mining sectors. With facilities in South Africa and the United States, we design and manufacture cutting-edge electronic products, combining in-house SMD manufacturing, PCB assembly, embedded systems, and precision CNC machining.

Our 450+ employees share our commitment to excellence and engineering integrity. This position is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Engineer seeking exposure to advanced power electronics, embedded hardware design, and the full product development lifecycle—from concept to serial production.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and contribute to the concept design of embedded and power electronic systems
• Select components suitable for harsh industrial and EMC-critical environments
• Develop schematics and guide PCB layout, with a focus on power density and thermal optimization
• Design with EMC compliance in mind
• Oversee prototyping, validation, and iterative testing
• Perform low-level firmware development and support software-hardware integration
• Collaborate on production readiness, including DFM/DFT planning and cost optimization
• Support quality assurance, including hardware validation and root-cause analysis
  
  

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Electronic or Electrical Engineering
• Minimum 5 years industry experience in power electronics, embedded systems or related fields
• Strong understanding of switch-mode power supplies, DC-DC converters, inverters and gate driver design
• Hands-on experience with schematic capture and PCB design tools (e.g., Altium, and KiCAD)
• Familiarity with C/C++ for embedded microcontrollers (ARM, DSP, or similar)
• Experience in EMC troubleshooting and compliance design
• Excellent problem-solving skills, curiosity, and a willingness to continually learn
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities
  
  

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Engineering and Information Technology
• Industries Advertising Services

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Reference: NES018094-MVDB-1

Join a dynamic team as an Entry-Level Hardware Engineer. The successful candidate will play a key role in the design, development, and manufacturing of innovative electronic solutions. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate with a BEng/BSc in Electronic Engineering to gain practical experience in a lively and cooperative work environment.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Electronic Engineering (BEng/BSc).
• Solid academic background, emphasizing hardware design and development.
• Proficiency in PCB design tools and software.
• Knowledge of electronic components and manufacturing processes.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

Job Experience & Skills Required:

• Collaborate with senior engineers to devise and create electronic hardware solutions.
• Support the manufacturing process, ensuring production quality and efficiency.
• Contribute to activities involving PCB design and layout.
• Resolve hardware-related issues through effective troubleshooting.
• Stay current with the latest industry trends and technological advancements.

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For more information, contact:
Marzaan van der Bank

• Design, develop, and test hardware systems and components for complex applications.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to integrate hardware with software and system requirements.
• Conduct performance analysis, troubleshooting, and optimization of hardware solutions.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulations, and project specifications.
• Support product lifecycle from concept through to production and maintenance.

• Bachelors degree in Electronic Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• Proven experience in hardware design and development (preferably in aerospace, defence, or similar high-technology sectors).
• Proficiency in schematic design, PCB layout, and simulation tools.
• Strong understanding of embedded systems, signal processing, and circuit design principles.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently and within a team.

Overview:
In this role, you will contribute to the testing and characterization of integrated circuits (ICs), including microcontrollers, analog sensors, and high-power LED drivers. Youll be expected to interpret complex analog and digital schematics to develop supporting hardware and embedded firmware solutions. The work environment demands a detail-oriented, hands-on engineer with a strong problem-solving mindset and a passion for innovation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop test systems for a variety of microcontrollers and ASICs, including:
• Capacitive, magnetic, and light sensors
• High-power LED drivers
• Design and implement accurate and efficient test solutions
• Support product development and troubleshooting activities as needed
• Provide technical support for existing and new product lines
• Perform additional duties as required, in alignment with the objectives of the company and its clients

Required Skills & Experience:

• BEng in Electronic Engineering (mandatory)
• Minimum 5 years industry experience in embedded systems and electronics
• Strong experience with embedded microprocessor development (e.g. Microchip PIC, STM8, STM32)
• Proficiency in PCB design and analog circuit design
• Programming experience in C and C++; scripting in Python
• Experience with analog simulation tools (SPICE-based)
• Knowledge of integrated circuits and electronics fundamentals
• Systematic and organized work approach
• Familiarity with VHDL and Verilog (advantageous)
• FPGA development experience
• Version control systems (e.g. Git) (advantageous)
• Comfortable working in a Windows environment
• Working knowledge of Quality Management Systems (QMS)

Expectations:
The nature of this role may evolve over time, and responsibilities may be reviewed in line with project needs. You will be expected to carry out your duties with diligence, responsibility, and professionalism, consistently aligning with the goals of delivering high-quality engineering services to clients.