Senior Electronic Design Engineer/Firmware Engineer - CPT
Job in
Cape Town, 7100, South Africa
Listed on 2026-02-21
Listing for:
DataFin Recruitment
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-02-21
Job specializations:
-
Engineering
Systems Engineer, Embedded Software Engineer, Software Engineer, Electrical Engineering
Job Description & How to Apply Below
ENVIRONMENT
A specialized engineering firm dedicated to wireless automation is seeking a highly experienced and versatile Senior Electronic Design Engineer with a strong background in both hardware and firmware development. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in full-lifecycle product development, from component-level hardware design to writing complex firmware for 32-bit microcontrollers. This role requires a proven track record in telecommunications, SCADA systems, vehicle tracking/telemetry, and ISO
9001 manufacturing environments.
- Firmware Development: Design, write, and maintain complex firmware for 32-bit microcontrollers (specifically ARM and PIC
32 architectures) using C, C++, and Assembler. - RTOS Integration: Develop and implement Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS) for embedded devices.
- Hardware Design: Perform component-level board design and layout using CAD software such as Altium, PCAD, or Ansoft.
- Full-Lifecycle Product Management: Manage electronic products from conceptual design and prototyping to final manufacturing and release.
- SCADA & Telemetry Systems: Design, program, and commission SCADA remote terminal units and implement industrial protocols (Modbus, DNP3, IEC
61850) to interface with central systems like ADROIT, Wonderware, or SIMATIC WinCC. - Quality & Test Engineering: Ensure compliance with ISO
9001 standards by developing rigorous test procedures, designing test jigs, and creating comprehensive manufacturing documentation and checklists. - Project Leadership: Scrutinize tenders, plan network coverage (RF/radio), manage project milestones, and lead technical teams during factory (FAT) and site acceptance testing (SAT).
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with backend/frontend software teams, external manufacturing plants, and clients to deliver turn-key technological solutions.
- Experience: 15+ years of progressive experience in electronic hardware design and firmware development.
- Programming
Languages:
Expert-level proficiency in C, C++, and Assembler. Working knowledge of Python and Basic. - Microcontrollers & Logic: Extensive experience with ARM, PIC
32, Intel MCS-51, and FPGA/CPLD logic design. - Design Tools: High proficiency in EDA/CAD software (Altium, PCAD, AutoCAD) and development environments (Keil, Code Warrior, MPLAB, Atmel Studio).
- RF & Telecommunications: Deep understanding of RF technology, microwave systems, and telecommunications networks.
- Version Control: Experience maintaining firmware variants and architectures in repositories like Git Hub.
- Preferred/Bonus
Skills: - SCADA Expertise:
Experience with Motorola SCADA RTUs, specifically ACE
3600 and MOSCAD, is a significant plus. - Industry
Experience:
Previous experience in the vehicle tracking, fleet management, or collision avoidance industries. - Specialized Tech: Background in secure IT solutions, smart card technologies (Mifare/RFID), or biometric systems.
- Global Deployment: Experience handling international projects and deployments (e.g., Middle East/Sub-Saharan Africa).
- IoT/Automation: Familiarity with IoT home automation protocols (Zigbee, X10).
- Degree: Bachelor of Technology (BTech) in Telecommunications, National Diploma in Telecommunications, or equivalent engineering degree.
- Additional: Relevant industry training (e.g., Motorola, Huawei, Python) is highly advantageous
Position Requirements
10+ Years
work experience
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