Electronic Engineer

 

If you love technology and you want to use your technical skills for good, becoming an electronic engineer is a perfect choice. The field of electronics is growing every year, especially in the medical and automotive industries. Plus, it's never been easier to get started as an electronic engineer.

If you're an engineer who likes to get your hands dirty or are interested in a career that requires problem-solving and creativity, then electronic engineering might be the right choice for you.

What do Electronic Engineers do?

Electronic engineers are responsible for developing and designing new technologies and products that use electricity, electronics and digital systems. They also work on improving existing technology.

The role of an electronic engineer is diverse; some may work as trouble-shooters on large industrial projects, while others may specialise in software development or hardware design. Electronic engineers may also be involved in research and development; they may create prototypes or conduct experiments with new ideas and concepts. Some electronic engineers are responsible for managing teams of people who work together on projects; others may be responsible for managing budgets or other financial aspects of their company's operations.

 

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Electronic Engineer Job Description

Electronic Engineer Job Overview

Electronic engineers are responsible for designing and developing the electronic hardware of everything from cell phones to cars. They use computer-aided design (CAD) programs to create prototypes of new products and then test them to see if they're functional and have a positive user experience.

Responsibilities of a Electronic Engineer

As an electronic engineer, you'll need to:

• design products such as mobile phones, computers and other electrical appliances;
• develop new technologies to improve existing products;
• test new designs to ensure they're fit for purpose;
• work as part of a team on projects;
• use computer-aided design (CAD) tools for drawing up designs

Electronic Engineer Qualifications

To become an electronic engineer, you need to study for a bachelor's degree or higher qualification in electronics engineering. You should also have some experience in electronics before you start your course.

Electronic engineers must have a wide range of technical skills, including:

• Engineering mathematics. They use differential equations to model circuit behaviour and solve problems. They also use probability and statistics to analyse experimental data.

 

• Electronics. They must know how to read schematics and use test equipment to troubleshoot circuits. They need to understand how semiconductors work, how to fabricate integrated circuits, and how to design analogue and digital electronic circuits at the transistor level.

 

• Control systems. They must be familiar with control system theory and practice, including feedback loops, stability analysis, servo control systems, and computer-controlled feedback systems.

 

• Computer hardware and software programming. They must be proficient in computer language software such as C++ or Java. They also need to know how computers work to program them properly for their purposes.

 

• Communication skills. They need good oral communication skills to present technical information to colleagues or customers in meetings or seminars; written communication skills are important too because much of their work involves creating reports that explain technical issues in plain language so non-technical people can understand them.

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Electronic Engineer Jobs currently open:

Senior Electronic Engineer
Location: Centurion
Salary: Annually
If you’re an eager electronic engineer ready to embrace a thrilling new challenge and join a team driving real innovation, then this is your moment to make a difference. Don’t wait — Apply now!
3 days ago


Electronic Engineer
Location: Johannesburg
Salary: 550 000 Annually
Ready to Level Up Your engineering Career?Join a trailblazing consultancy turning innovative ideas into real-world solutions! We’re all about technology, sustainability, and projects that make an impact.
10 days ago


Electronic Engineer
Location: Johannesburg
Salary: 450 000 Annually
Ready to take your career to the next level? Join a forward-thinking engineering consultancy delivering innovative solutions across multiple disciplines. We’re driven by technology, sustainability, and fresh ideas – and we’re looking for passionate professionals to grow with us.
17 days ago


Electronic Engineer – Control & Instrumentation
Location: Johannesburg
Salary:
Join a forward-thinking engineering team developing cutting-edge automation and control solutions. We’re seeking a dynamic electronic engineer who’s passionate about PLC systems, PCB design, and instrumentation integration.
18 days ago


Electronic Engineer
Location: Pretoria
Salary:
electronic engineer with a BEng/BTech in electronic/Computer engineering required. 3+ Years experience with analog and digital circuit board design and PIC microcontroller programming in 8 bit & 32 bit processors. Control software design in C/C++ and Electrical/electronic Troubleshooting required.
19 days ago


Junior Electronic Engineer
Location: Centurion, Gauteng
Salary: Market Related
We are seeking a motivated Junior electronic engineer to join a dynamic R&D team.
33 days ago


Junior Electronic Engineer
Location: Centurion, Gauteng
Salary: Negotiable depending on experience
My client is seeking a junior electronic engineer (0–3 years’ experience) to join their engineering and R&D team in Centurion, South Africa. This role is open to recent graduates and early-career engineers looking to build their expertise in advanced hardware development for international defense and aerospace applications.
39 days ago


Electronic Engineer
Location: Johannesburg
Salary:
We are looking for a talented and motivated electronic engineer to join our dynamic engineering team.
27 days ago


Electrical & Electronic Systems Engineer
Location: Johannesburg
Salary: Neg
Our client is looking for a Junior Electrical & electronic Systems engineer who is keen on the development of advanced electrical systems for off-highway vehicles. The candidate will be responsible for the design, integration, and validation of vehicle electrical architectures and subsystems, working closely with cross-functional teams.
5 days ago


Electronic Technician/Engineer: Systems
Location: Johannesburg
Salary: Neg
Our client in the engineering Manufacturing industry is seeking a electronic Technician to join them in Randburg, Gauteng. The individual must have a solid understanding of electrical schematics and be comfortable working with CAN-based Vehicle Control Units. The role places emphasis on project control and management of engineering documentation.
7 days ago