Electronic Hardware Design Engineer (Jnr + Snr)

SUMMARY:
Our client aims to be the trusted provider and preferred choice for world-class technology solutions, offering the best in Aerospace, Security, and Turn-key System Application Projects for their clients. They are seeking an Electronic Hardware Design
Engineer (Jnr + Snr) to join their team in Airport City.

POSITION INFO:
Job Title: Electronic Hardware Design Engineer (Jnr + Snr)
Location: Airport City - Cape town
Salary: Market related
Vacancy Type: Full-Time
Closing date for applications: End Dec 2024


Non- negotiable qualifications and experience required:

• Jnr. + Senior roles: B. Eng Electronic/Electric, M. Eng Electronic/Electric, or a similar qualification.

• Junior: No experience required.
• Proficiency in schematic design, PCB design, simulation of circuits, and circuit analysis.
• Senior: Minimum of 10 years, with 15+ years preferred. 
• Minimum 2 years' experience with High-Speed Digital Design (50GbE to 100GbE).
• Altium and LTspice (or similar).
• Extensive experience in analog, digital, and communication hardware design.

• Jnr. + Senior roles: Proficient in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, LTspice, and an Electronic CAD tool (Altium or similar).
• Senior-Specific: Proficiency in high-speed digital design (50GbE to 100GbE).

• Own Transport (both).

• Jnr. + Senior roles: Sound knowledge of Schematic design, PCB design, simulation of circuits, and circuit analysis.
• Senior-Specific: Sound knowledge of Testing procedures, development processes, and advanced skills in analog, digital, and communication electronic hardware designs.

• Jnr. + Senior roles: Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Senior-Specific: Extensive expertise and professional experience preferred.
• Follow the design process without guidance.
• Familiarity with DO-160, MIL-STD-461, MIL-STD-810, and MIL-STD-704.
• Experience in 3U VPX and backplane design, DO-254 design processes, MTBF calculations, and FMEA circuit analysis preferred.
• Knowledge of Ansys and IPC design courses for Military and Aerospace Applications advantageous.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience in the Military and/or Aerospace industry would be advantageous.

• Design, simulate, and complete PCB design and routing of Line Replaceable Units (LRUs) based on specifications provided by the systems engineer.
• Follow defined electronic hardware design processes and document designs according to the hardware design plan.
• Participate in peer reviews of LRUs to ensure design accuracy and quality.
• Collaborate with software, mechanical, DSP, RF, and aeronautical teams to ensure seamless integration of hardware LRUs.
• Test and validate hardware designs, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations such as DO-160 and MIL-STD-704.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to hardware design and performance.
• Stay updated on advancements in electronic hardware technologies and integrate relevant innovations into projects.

• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers, fostering their development and ensuring adherence to best practices.