Leading R&D firm requires senior electronic engineer. Establish an electronic, control system and computer science R&D capability in the business. What the person must be able to do: This role is in the electronics R&D and manufacturing sector. The person must be able to execute all job tasks in a cutting-edge technology environment. The ideal candidate will be a senior electrical or electronic engineer with sufficient experience in electronic engineering, control systems, software development and computer science to be able to establish a R&D department. Experience in mechatronic design and industrial automation would also be highly advantageous for this role. Management experience will be advantageous. Electronic hardware design (analog and digital) Software development in C, Matlab, Assembler or equivalent Control system design and modelling Experience in using Model Driven Development Product Innovation Technical Innovation and coming up with unique design solutions Full product Research and Development Project Management of development projects from concept phase through to production and implementation in the field Project Documentation eg. Development Process Plans, Engineering Reports, Software and circuit diagrams Key Job Deliverables: Establishment of electronic, control system and computer science R&D capability in the business Innovative designs and solutions Engineering project completion on time with high quality standards Establishment of Design best practices in the organisation Background work experience 3+ years experience in electronic design and development (Preference 5+ years) Extensive exposure to Electronic hardware design (analog and digital), Software development, Control system design and modelling and R&D project management BSc/BTech in Electrical or Electronic Engineering 3+ years’ experience working in an organisation that designs, develops, manufactures and supports high tech products ECSA Professional Registration strongly advantageous Adv: 2+ years R&D Engineering Management experience Type of Person Qualify In Action orientated Analytical thinker Innovator Tenacious – Follows-through to completion Strong technical problem solver Capable of understanding both the big picture and the details Team player and collaborator Quality orientated person… even a perfectionist Desire to learn and grow every day Strong project management and facilitation skills Qualify Out Abrasive Emotionally cold Fuzzy thinking “In the Box” Thinker Impatient Wants to be spoon fed Lethargic Confined to Analysis-Paralysis Does not enjoy reading technical documentation Personality Profile: Moderate Driver (Big Picture Thinking, Drive and Perseverance) Moderate to High Analytical (Analysis, Technical Problem Solving, Technical Calculations) Moderate Expressive (For Innovation and Collaboration) Benefits of this Role: Cutting edge R&D and Manufacturing firm (The place you want to work) Opportunity to work in a cutting edge environment Technical challenge and growth New project challenges to overcome Personal growth Reports to: Head Engineering Location: Alberton Salary: R480K to R600K per annum negotiable. Dependent on experience. . Type: Permanent Start: ASAP Reference: DT 100