SUMMARY:
A well-established and respected technology-driven manufacturing organisation is expanding its R&D capability and is seeking two experienced Senior R&D Engineers to join their Durban-based team.
POSITION INFO:
The business requires engineers who can contribute from the start— this is not a training role. We are looking for technically strong, hands-on professionals who can operate independently and add value from day one.
⚠️ Please note:
- The position is strictly based in Durban.
- Candidates based in other cities must be willing to relocate at their own cost.
The Role
You will play a key role in the design, development, qualification, and implementation of electronic hardware and embedded software projects. The position covers the full product lifecycle — from concept and design through to production and certification.
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Non-Negotiable Requirements
- Minimum 5 years’ relevant experience
- Proven experience in electronic hardware and embedded software design and development
- Degree or BTech in Electronic or Mechatronic Engineering (ND qualifications will unfortunately not be considered)
- Must be technically competent and able to perform without extensive supervision or training
Key Responsibilities
Research & Development
- Design, develop, integrate, and test hardware and embedded software for new product development
- Ensure compliance with company processes and international regulatory standards
Design & Collaboration
- Lead and participate in design reviews
- Collaborate with internal teams and external technology partners
Production & Manufacturing Support
- Prepare production data packs
- Improve product manufacturability
- Define production testing parameters
- Support test fixture integration
Debugging & Problem Solving
- Troubleshoot and resolve hardware and firmware issues
- Support existing and new products through effective technical problem-solving
Certification & Compliance
- Develop and execute product testing procedures
- Drive certification processes and production readiness
Documentation & Support
- Compile technical documentation including specifications and reports
- Provide technical support to sales, manufacturing, suppliers, and customers
Technical Experience Required
- Embedded C (or similar) for microcontroller development
- RTOS experience (Zephyr advantageous)
- RF technologies and IoT exposure (advantageous)
- ECAD tools (Altium preferred)
- ARM and PIC processor experience
- EMC design principles and signal/power integrity
- Strong debugging capability (hardware and software)
Personal Attributes
- Strong analytical thinker
- Deadline-driven with the ability to manage multiple projects
- High attention to detail
- Proactive and solution-focused
This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned R&D Engineer who wants to work in a technically advanced environment and be part of a stable, growing organisation.
