Design Engineer

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

ITE007411/TSch

Date posted:

Monday, January 26, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Design mission-critical electronic systems in a high-precision engineering environment where innovation, safety, and real-world reliability are non-negotiable. This role suits a hands-on hardware engineer who wants to see their designs move from concept to deployment.

POSITION INFO:

Company and Job Description:

This opportunity is with a specialised engineering and technology organisation operating in a highly regulated, safety-critical environment. The business focuses on advanced electronic systems used in industrial and controlled applications, with a strong emphasis on reliability, compliance, and continuous innovation.
As the Development Engineer – Hardware, you will be responsible for designing, enhancing, and supporting electronic products throughout their full lifecycle. This includes circuit and system design, prototyping, testing, industrialisation, and post-deployment support. You will collaborate closely with mechanical, software, and production teams to deliver robust, production-ready solutions that meet strict safety and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Design and develop electronic circuits and systems based on detailed technical specifications
Build, test, and validate prototypes to ensure functionality, performance, and reliability
Ensure designs perform reliably in real-world operating environments
Collaborate with mechanical, software, and production teams to enable efficient manufacturing
Develop production-ready designs aligned to DFM and DFT principles
Support EMC, safety, and regulatory compliance throughout the design process
Contribute to test equipment design, validation processes, and technical documentation
Provide post-deployment technical support and resolve field-related issues
Mentor junior engineers and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives

Job Experience and Skills Required:

Education:

BEng (Electronics) / BSc Engineering (Electronics) or equivalent qualification

Experience:

Minimum 5 years’ experience in electronic product development
Proven experience in analog and digital circuit design
Strong exposure to embedded systems design and programming
Experience in industrialisation and full product lifecycle development

Skills:

Strong hardware–software integration knowledge
Proficiency in C/C++ for embedded systems
PCB design experience (Altium Designer highly advantageous)
Working knowledge of microcontrollers, FPGAs, DSP, and embedded platforms
Familiarity with communication protocols (I2C, SPI, UART, CAN, Ethernet)
Experience with simulation and analysis tools (LTSpice, PSpice, MATLAB)
Strong understanding of DFM, DFT, EMC/EMI compliance, and industry standards
Exposure to RF design principles, antenna integration, and RF layout (advantageous)
Comfortable using lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, logic analysers, and spectrum analysers
Familiarity with version control systems (Git, SVN)

Other Non-Negotiables:

Strong analytical and problem-solving ability
High attention to detail and strong technical documentation skills
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within teams
Adaptable mindset with commitment to continuous learning
Able to manage tasks, timelines, and priorities in a structured engineering environment

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