Design Engineer

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

ITE007509/LM

Date posted:

Tuesday, March 10, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Step into the heart of innovation. We’re looking for a handsâon Design Engineer who thrives on seeing their ideas move seamlessly from concept to deployment. You’ll be at the forefront of projects where every detail matters, pushing boundaries in design while ensuring uncompromising standards of quality.

POSITION INFO:
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 that 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, and ethernet)
- Experience with simulation and analysis tools (LTSpice, PSpice, and 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 and 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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