Electronic Design Engineer

SUMMARY:
Engineering firm doing pioneer work in the electronics sector looking for a qualified and experienced Electronic Engineer to join their Midrand operation

POSITION INFO:
To design electronic circuit boards for products to meet performance, form, fit and function while maintaining manufacturability and minimising costs.
DUTIES:
● Design electronic circuit boards for products and test equipment;
● Using CAD systems to optimise circuit layout;
● Manage component libraries according to the required standards;
● Manage development projects to meet the required specifications on time and within budget;
● Arrange and conduct regular project update meetings with the Engineering Manager;
● Collaborate with Procurement and Finance for component cost estimates and costing of the final product;
● Collaborate with the development team and quality management to ensure designs are feasible and meet the required standards set by customers;
● Collaborate closely with the Industrial and Mechanical designers on the form, fit, function and aesthetics of the final products;
● Prepare test plans and test procedures for electronic systems;
● Develop and build prototypes to test;
● Test and verify that all designs work according to defined specifications;
● Record and evaluate testing data, altering designs as necessary to meet performance requirements;
● Ensure that designs are certified where necessary;
● Select optimal components and manufacturing processes;
● Ensure that all outputs in terms of BOM''s, drawings, CAM files etc. are correctly produced to the standards determined;
● Prepare design documentation according to company standards;
● Consult with external providers during manufacturing, advising them on design specifications and providing assistance when required;
● Provide technical support in the design and development of electronic systems;
● Provide technical support to production;
● Interact with Engineering and Production to understand difficulties experienced during manufacturing;
● Provide technical support and after sales service to customers as needed;
● Work with customers to resolve design and manufacturing questions when necessary;
● Research latest technologies to improve product performance;
● Compliance with the Quality Management System;
● Compliance with Safety, Health & Environmental policies.

● Bachelor''s Degree in Electronic Engineering;
● Minimum 5 years experience in electronic design;
● In-depth knowledge of Eagle CAD, Fusion 360 and/or other electrical and mechanical CAD software;
● Experience in aerospace or other standards and process driven industries;
● Investigative mind inclined toward developing practical solutions to real-world problems;
● Impeccable attention to detail;
● Ability to plan, schedule, collaborate and problem solve effectively;
● Preference will be given to EE candidates

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