Electronic Engineer (Application) / Graduates - Paarl

Recruiter:

JenRec Recruitment

Job Ref:

Date posted:

Wednesday, March 18, 2026

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

Salary:

Highly Negotiable

SUMMARY:
This opportunity is ideally suited to high-achieving graduates or engineers with up to 3 years’ experience who are looking to build a strong foundation within a structured, quality-driven environment.

POSITION INFO:

A leading, innovation-driven technology company based in Paarl is seeking an Electronic Application Engineer to join its high-performing engineering team. This organisation is at the forefront of advanced electronic design, developing cutting-edge solutions across power electronics, embedded systems, and IoT applications.

Design and develop power electronic modules and embedded hardware systems
Translate technical requirements into practical design solutions and working prototypes
Support the full product lifecycle, from concept through to production
Conduct testing, validation, and troubleshooting at circuit level
Prepare and maintain technical documentation in line with quality standards
Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams on innovative product development
Provide technical support to internal stakeholders where required

Minimum Requirements

BEng degree in Electrical & Electronic Engineering from a recognised South African university
Strong academic results (essential for graduate applicants)
0–3 years’ experience in electronic engineering or embedded systems
Solid understanding of electronics fundamentals and circuit design
Exposure to C/C++ for embedded systems advantageous
Experience with PCB design tools (e.g. Altium) beneficial
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Good communication skills and ability to work within a team

Ideal Candidate

Detail-oriented with a passion for electronics and innovation
Eager to learn and develop within a high-performance engineering environment
Able to take initiative and contribute to problem-solving
Comfortable working in a structured, process-driven environment

Why Consider This Role?

Work on advanced electronic and embedded systems with real-world applications
Gain exposure to the full product development lifecycle
Join a technically strong, collaborative engineering team
Excellent platform for career growth and technical development
Based in Paarl with a stable, on-site working environment

This is an excellent opportunity for a driven Electronic Engineering graduate or early-career professional to gain hands-on experience and grow within a leading technology environment.

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