Development Engineer - Hardware (Electronic Systems)
Fempower Personnel
- R Undisclosed
- Permanent Intermediate position
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Gauteng
- Posted 11 Feb 2026 by Fempower Personnel
- Expires in 34 days
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Job 2633005
About the position
We are seeking a highly skilled Development Engineer (Hardware) to join a market-leading technology company specializing in high-reliability electronic systems. This role focuses on the design, enhancement, and industrialization of advanced electronic products deployed in harsh and safety-critical environments.
You will bridge the gap between concept and production, driving innovation in embedded systems, analog/digital design, and wireless technologies.
Qualifications & Experience:
- B.Eng (Electronics) or equivalent
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in full lifecycle electronic product development
- Expert in PCB design; Altium Designer essential
- Strong proficiency in C/C++ for embedded applications
- Deep understanding of communication protocols (I2C, SPI, UART, CAN, Ethernet)
- Experience with FPGAs, DSP, and RF design (antenna integration) is highly advantageous
- Proven track record in taking products from R&D through to high-volume manufacturing
Key Responsibilities:
- Architect and design analog and digital electronic circuits from concept to production
- Develop embedded firmware (C/C++) for microcontrollers and DSPs
- Conduct circuit simulation (LTspice, PSpice, MATLAB) and prototype validation
- Ensure robust Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Testability (DFT)
- Collaborate with mechanical and software teams to ensure seamless system integration
- Drive EMC/EMI compliance and certification against international standards
- Design test jigs and automated test equipment for production validation
- Mentor junior engineers and contribute to design reviews
- Manage version control (Git/SVN) and maintain rigorous technical documentation
Desired Skills:
- Analytical
- Customer Awareness
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Mentoring
- Project Management
- Technical Writing
- Troubleshooting
Fempower Personnel
About the agency
Fempower Personnel (Pty) Ltd is a leading brand in the provision of staffing services to corporate business in South Africa.
We have more than 36 years of experience in matching the skills and career aspirations of our candidates to the human resource requirements of our blue chip clients.
We have successfully placed top calibre candidates in most industry sectors and across all skill levels, including senior financial and management positions. Our competency based recruitment process ensures that not only salary and skills competencies are matched, but also that a candidate fits into the cultural environment of the company. It is indicative of our success that we accurately match candidates and clients, so that both parties prosper from the relationship.
We invite you to experience the expertise and professional service of Fempower, after all we do it better!
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