Embedded Electronic Engineer

Embedded Electronic Engineer

Durban North | Up to R70,000 per month | Hybrid working

I’m working with a global technology leader in smart metering and utility solutions, delivering products across international markets. They’re continuing to invest heavily in their next generation of electricity and water metering products, alongside a new handheld customer interface and major data‑focused initiatives planned for 2026.

This is an end‑to‑end engineering role where you’ll be involved across the full product lifecycle, from design through to release and ongoing optimisation. You’ll be working on next‑gen metering products (electricity & water), a handheld interface device, connectivity solutions using 4G and NB‑IoT technologies, and a large‑scale data collection and analytics platform project.

• Design and develop embedded firmware aligned to product requirements.
• Work closely with hardware, ensuring tight firmware/electronics integration.
• Handle debugging across multiple devices and systems.
• Contribute to architecture, testing, validation, and release processes.
• Get involved in real‑world problem solving, failure analysis, and optimisation.
• Work directly with a small, highly focused engineering team.

• Strong experience in embedded C/C++ firmware development.
• Solid understanding of electronics and firmware.

• RTOS experience.
• Experience working with ARM‑based microcontrollers.
• Strong debugging skills in multi‑device environments.
• Experience using logic analysers and similar tools.
• Familiarity with Git/version control and Dev Ops practices.
• Ability to operate across the full engineering lifecycle.

You’ll initially be working closely with the hiring manager and a small number of contractors, with a clear plan to bring core engineering fully in‑house. They’re looking for someone who is a self‑starter, takes ownership and drives work forward, and is comfortable in a hands‑on, delivery‑focused environment.

• Office‑based with flexibility to work remotely a couple of days when things are quieter.
• Output‑focused environment, no micromanagement or clock‑watching.
• Strong emphasis on trust, delivery, and autonomy.