Junior Embedded engineer

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NES024530/RS

Date posted:

Monday, February 9, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:
We are seeking a motivated Junior Embedded Electronic Engineer to join our engineering team working on the development and support of electronic systems for underground mining machinery. This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate or early-career engineer to gain hands-on experience in a safety-critical, heavy-equipment environment.

POSITION INFO:
We are seeking a motivated Junior Embedded Electronic Engineer to join our engineering team working on the development and support of electronic systems for underground mining machinery. This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate or early-career engineer to gain hands-on experience in a safety-critical, heavy-equipment environment.

The Role

You will support the design, testing, and maintenance of embedded electronic and control systems used in underground mining equipment. Working closely with senior engineers, you’ll be involved across the full product lifecycle — from concept and prototyping through to testing and field support.

Key Responsibilities

Assist in the design and development of embedded electronic systems
Support firmware development for microcontroller-based systems (C/C++)
Assist with schematic review, PCB testing, and fault-finding
Work with sensors, actuators, CAN bus, and other industrial communication protocols
Support system testing, validation, and documentation
Assist with troubleshooting and repairs of electronic systems on machinery
Ensure designs comply with safety, quality, and mining industry standards

About You

Degree in Electronic Engineering, Embedded Systems, Mechatronics, or similar
Basic experience with embedded C/C++ programming
Understanding of microcontrollers and digital/analogue electronics
Interest in heavy machinery, mining, or industrial equipment
Willingness to work in a site-based or underground environment when required
Strong problem-solving skills and a desire to learn

Desirable (but Not Essential)

Experience with CAN, J1939, or similar protocols
Exposure to PCB design tools (e.g. Altium, KiCad)
Familiarity with functional safety or safety-critical systems
Previous internship, placement, or project experience in embedded systems

Please send your cv to

Similar jobs you might be interested in:

Junior Embedded engineer
Location: Johannesburg
Salary:
We are seeking a motivated junior embedded Electronic engineer to join our engineering team working on the development and support of electronic systems for underground mining machinery. This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate or early-career engineer to gain hands-on experience in a safety-critical, heavy-equipment environment.
1 day ago

Junior Software/Computer/Embedded Engineer
Location: Centurion
Salary:
junior Software engineer vacancy in Centurion. BEng (Computer engineering) or BSc (Hons) in Computer Science.
5 days ago

Junior Embedded Software Developer
Location: Johannesburg
Salary: NEG
A Computer/Electronic engineer is required to do embedded programming. Our client is looking for a junior embedded software developer to join their team and work on firmware for real-world power electronics products, including power inverters, batteries, and rectifiers.
15 days ago

Development Engineer (Hardware) - Modderfontein
Location: Johannesburg
Salary: Market-related
We are recruiting an experienced Development engineer – Hardware to join a technically advanced engineering environment focused on designing and industrialising electronic systems used in demanding, real-world applications.
Today

Design Engineer
Location: Johannesburg
Salary:
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.
4 days ago

Junior Computer Engineer
Location: Johannesburg
Salary:
If you’re a junior Firmware engineer who enjoys working close to the hardware, writing efficient C code, and seeing your software deployed into real industrial environments, this opportunity offers hands-on exposure to advanced embedded systems and long-term technical growth.
4 days ago

Junior Firmware Engineer
Location: Johannesburg
Salary:
junior Firmware engineer needed at a listed company with excellent International Product exports. Responsible for architect and implementation of software solutions for detonator-related products, specifically control equipment and test equipment. BEng/BSc in Computer/Electronic engineering required with a minimum of 2 years of relevant working experience.
5 days ago

Junior Electronic Engineer
Location: Centurion
Salary:
junior Electronic engineer vacancy in Centurion. BEng (Electronic engineering). embedded software development on various platforms.
5 days ago

Electronic Engineer (CB)
Location: Pretoria
Salary:
28 days ago

Financial Accountant
Location: Johannesburg
Salary:
6 days ago