Hardware Design Engineer

Reference: SW006659-AM-1

Techno Park, Stellenbosch – My client, a well-established engineering company is seeking to employ a Hardware Design Engineer with at least 5 years' experience in embedded hardware design and IoT product development experience to join their team.

Duties & Responsibilities

The main purpose of this role is to take end-to-end technical ownership of the electronic hardware product portfolio—from concept through production and lifecycle support—ensuring designs are reliable, cost-effective, manufacturable, and aligned with business and regulatory requirements

Requirements

• Bachelor of Engineering degree (BEng or BSc(Eng) in Electronic Engineering or Mechatronic Engineering.

• Minimum 5 years experience in embedded hardware design. IoT product development experience is advantageous.

• Strong background in Electronic Engineering, Digital Design, IoT, ICT, Hardware Design, Debugging, and Technical Risk Assessment.

• Proficiency In: Test equipment development (Mechanical, Robotics, Software), project management, quality control, and technical leadership (Intermediate to Advanced).

• Self-driven, detail-oriented professional with excellent problem-solving skills, able to manage stress and deadlines effectively while keeping a strong customer focus.

Required Competencies and Expertise

• Core Technical Skills and Levels

• Electronic Engineering, Digital Design, IoT and ICT (Advanced)

• Hardware Design, Debugging and Technical Risk Assessment (Advanced)

• Test Equipment Development (Mechanical, Robotics, Software) (Intermediate to Advanced)

• Analytical and Problem-Solving (Intermediate)

• Quality and Operational Efficiency (Intermediate to Advanced)

• Project Management and Leadership (Intermediate)

• Customer Service and Stress Management (Intermediate)

• Sound knowledge of Electronic engineering, components, embedded processors, CAD tools, procurement, and IoT/RF product integration where applicable.

• Skills: Hardware design, debugging, technical risk assessment, planning, documentation, project coordination, and mentoring.

• Approach: Self-driven, thorough, detail-oriented, adaptable, and able to deliver results constructively under pressure.

Duties will include, but not limited to

• Product Development and Qualification

• Draft and maintain User Requirement Specifications, Product Development Specifications, Quality Control and Test Plans, and Engineering Bulletins.

• Lead hardware, schematic, and PCB design from concept to prototype.

• Conduct component selection and rigorous component qualification.

• Ensure all designs comply with international best practices, internal quality standards, applicable safety, EMC, EMI, RF standards, and ISO9001 requirements.

• Oversee product qualification and certification processes.

• Collaborate with Product and Solutions Engineers to seamlessly integrate new products into back end software and solutions.

• Production Readiness & Lifecycle Management

• Own and maintain the end-to-end hardware lifecycle—from prototype through production, field support, and continuous design optimization.

• Develop production test jigs (encompassing test concepts, electronic hardware, firmware, and software components) and provide operational input to mechanical engineers.

• Maintain production test equipment designs and corresponding engineering documentation.

• Develop manufacturing procedures and documentation, and support production handovers as well as the training of test and repair technicians.

• Define and maintain installation, commissioning, operational support, and fault-resolution procedures.

• Ensure full operational readiness for large-scale deployments with utilities and major customers.

• Maintain comprehensive product technical documentation, including bills of materials (BOM), critical component lists, part qualifications, CAD drawings, and material specifications

• Cross-Functional Coordination

• Partner with Finance to manage product costing, margin protection, and lifecycle cost optimization.

• Coordinate with Logistics and Supply Chain to ensure component availability, effective production planning, and reliable delivery schedules.

• Provide technical input, solution designs, and risk assessments to support Sales and Commercial teams.

• Serve as the primary technical liaison between customers, subcontractors, and internal teams.

In return a competitive salary is on offer