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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Location: Johannesburg
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An established organisation in Gauteng is seeking a talented electronic engineer with hands-on experience in PLC programming and PCB design. This role is ideal for a self-driven professional with strong technical knowledge and a passion for problem-solving in the field of electronics and automation.
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Location: Pretoria
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A global engineering organization is seeking an electronic engineer to contribute to the development and support of advanced electronic systems and technologies.
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Location: Centurion
Salary: Annually
If you're an electronic engineer looking to broaden your expertise across a variety of industries and advanced automation environments, this is an opportunity you won't want to miss. Join a dynamic and collaborative engineering team where you'll contribute to innovative projects, solve complex technical challenges, and gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge technologies.
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Senior Power Electronic Engineer
Location: Centurion
Salary: Annually
A leading engineering and technology company is seeking a seasoned Power electronics engineer to drive the design and development of advanced power conversion systems. Working across renewable energy, battery storage, telecommunications, and industrial sectors, you will contribute to the creation of efficient, reliable, and cutting-edge products that support the evolving energy landscape.
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Electronic Engineer
Location: Centurion
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An exciting opportunity is available for a Junior electronic engineer to join a technically driven engineering team. This role is ideal for a motivated graduate or early-career engineer looking to develop practical experience in electronics design, testing, troubleshooting and product development.The successful candidate will work alongside experienced engineers and gain exposure to the full engin...
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Graduate Electronic Engineer
Location: Cape Town
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An exciting opportunity exists for a recently qualified electronic engineer to join an innovative technology-driven organisation developing cutting-edge solutions within the mining and industrial sectors.
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Senior Power Electronic Engineer
Location: Centurion
Salary: Annually
A leading engineering and technology company is seeking a seasoned Power electronics engineer to drive the design and development of advanced power conversion systems. Working across renewable energy, battery storage, telecommunications, and industrial sectors, you will contribute to the creation of efficient, reliable, and cutting-edge products that support the evolving energy landscape.
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Intermediate Electronic Engineer
Location: Pretoria
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A leading global engineering and technology-driven organisation in the mining and industrial sector is seeking an Intermediate electronic engineer to join their high-performing technical team. This role offers exposure to innovative projects, advanced equipment, and a collaborative engineering environment.
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Are you passionate about embedded systems and developing firmware that powers cutting-edge technology? We are seeking a motivated Computer engineer to join our engineering team and contribute to the design, development, and optimisation of embedded firmware solutions.
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Electronic Engineer Underground Mining Machinery
Location: Johannesburg
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Are you passionate about designing cutting-edge electronic systems that power the future of underground mining? We are seeking an experienced electronic engineer to join a leading OEM specialising in the design and manufacture of world-class underground mining machinery. This is an exciting opportunity to develop advanced electronic control systems, embedded technologies, machine automation, and s...
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