Junior Application Engineer (Electronics)

Recruiter:

JenRec Recruitment

Job Ref:

lbae

Date posted:

Tuesday, March 24, 2026

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

Salary:

Market Related

SUMMARY:
Electronic Design & IoT Product Development Design real products from the ground up. Work on electronic systems that move from concept to production in a fast-paced engineering environment.

POSITION INFO:
An innovative engineering team is looking for a Junior Application Engineer with a strong academic background in Electronic Engineering to contribute to the design and development of advanced electronic modules and IoT-driven solutions. This role is ideal for a high-potential graduate or early-career engineer who wants hands-on exposure to the full product lifecycle. Key Responsibilities Electronic Design & Development Contribute to the design and development of electronic modules, including both hardware and firmware . Product Development Support the development of new product concepts using advanced ASIC technologies and embedded systems. Prototyping & Testing Assist in building prototypes, performing testing, debugging, and validating designs. Project Involvement Take ownership of defined tasks within projects and contribute to delivery from concept through to implementation. Documentation & Quality Support testing, documentation, and compliance with engineering processes and standards. Product Support Assist with ongoing product improvements and provide technical support where required. Minimum Requirements Qualification BEng or MEng in Electronic Engineering Required Skills & Exposure • Exposure to electronic circuit design and development • Experience with prototyping, testing, and debugging circuits • Working knowledge of Altium Designer or similar CAD tools • Exposure to embedded development (C \/ C++) • Understanding of version control systems (Git) • Strong communication skills and ability to work within a team What We're Looking For • Strong academic foundation in electronics • Genuine interest in product development and design • Hands-on mindset with a willingness to learn • Detail-oriented with good problem-solving ability • Able to work in a collaborative engineering environment Application If you meet the requirements and are looking to build your career in a hands-on engineering environment where you'll be expected to contribute and grow , we encourage you to apply. If your profile is a strong match, we'll reach out to you shortly.

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