Junior Development Engineer: Hardware

Location: 

Modderfontein, GT, ZA, 1609

Pillar:  AECI Mining
Pay Grade:  CU
Date Closing:  Apr 8, 2026

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design electronic circuits and systems based on detailed specifications
  • Build and test prototypes to validate functionality and performance
  • Ensure product reliability in real-world operating environments
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (mechanical, software, production) for integration and efficient manufacturing
  • Develop production-ready designs with a focus on consistency, cost-effectiveness, and DFM principles
  • Support EMC compliance, safety standards, and regulatory requirements throughout the design process
  • Design or contribute to test equipment and validation processes
  • Document designs thoroughly according to internal and industry standards
  • Provide post-deployment technical support and address field issues

 

Requirements: 
Qualifications and expertise required:

  • B.Eng (Electronics) / BSc Engineering (Electronics) or equivalent qualification
  • Minimum 2 years’ experience in:
    • Analog and digital circuit design
    • Embedded system design and programming
    • Industrialization and product development of electronic systems
  • Strong understanding of both hardware and software integration
  • Proficient in C/C++ programming, especially for embedded applications
  • Experience with PCB design; Altium Designer skills are highly advantageous
  • Working knowledge of microcontrollers, FPGAs, and digital signal processing (DSP)
  • Familiarity with communication protocols (e.g., I2C, SPI, UART, CAN, Ethernet)
  • Skilled in circuit simulation and analysis tools (e.g., LTSpice, PSpice, MATLAB)
  • Ability to read and interpret technical schematics and datasheets
  • Experience in design for manufacturability (DFM) and design for testability (DFT)
  • Understanding of EMC/EMI compliance and relevant industry standards
  • Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git, SVN)
  • Comfortable using laboratory test equipment (oscilloscopes, logic analysers, spectrum analysers, multi-meters, etc.)
  • Exposure to product certification and regulatory compliance processes is a plus
  • Working knowledge of RF design and principles, including antenna integration and RF layout considerations 

 

Personal attributes:

Competencies (skills, knowledge and characteristics)

  • Strong mathematical and analytical thinking
  • High attention to detail
  • Ability to work independently and take initiative
  • Excellent technical writing and documentation skills
  • Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities
  • Effective leadership and mentoring skills
  • Clear and confident communication
  • Collaborative and team-oriented mindset
  • Capable of managing projects and meeting deadlines
  • Adaptable and committed to continuous learning
  • Innovative and forward-thinking
  • Customer-focused with business awareness

 

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Requisition ID:  1058