Research and Development Specialist

Recruiter:

Objective Personnel

Job Ref:

BOK006095/AW

Date posted:

Thursday, November 5, 2026

Location:

Germiston, South Africa

Salary:

600 000 Annually

SUMMARY:
Research and Development Specialist

POSITION INFO:
Qualification Matric \/ Senior Certificate Diploma \/ Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Product Development, Manufacturing or related field. Additional qualification in Product Management, Business or Project Management would be advantageous. Requirements Knowledge of the South African electrical products market would be advantageous 3-5+ years' experience in electrical products, wiring accessories, electrical manufacturing or product development. Experience in new product development and product lifecycle management. Experience working with electrical standards and product certification. Experience dealing with manufacturing, suppliers and customers. Knowledge of the South African electrical products market would be advantageous. Innovative and commercially minded - Analytical and detail-oriented. Strong problem-solving ability \/ Project management skills. Strong communication skills \/ Customer-focused. Ability to communicate and work across departments. Duties Research current and emerging trends in the electrical wiring accessories market. Identify opportunities for new products, product enhancements and range extensions. Monitor competitor products, specifications, pricing, features, packaging and positioning. Gather feedback from sales, customers, contractors, wholesalers, retailers, architects and other market participants. Monitor developments in smart, USB, energy-efficient, connected and specialized wiring accessories.

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