Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and design electronic products and test equipment for Motion Control Systems
• Execute and/or support root cause investigations on Antenna Motion Control Systems errors
• Execute/Perform and/or Witness tests on Antenna Motion Control Systems
• Perform Data Analysis on Test Results and Compile Test Reports
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to incorporate motion control into overall system architecture
• Create comprehensive documentation for motion control systems, including specifications, manuals, and technical reports
• Configuration and Change Control, i.e. maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation throughout the project lifecycle

Key Requirements:
Qualification:

• B.Tech (Eng) (NQF 7) in Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical or Mechatronics Engineering with +6 years relevant experience, OR
• B.Eng/B.Sc (Eng) (NQF 8) in Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical or Mechatronics Engineering with +4 years relevant experience; OR
• MSc / M.Eng (NQF 9) in Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical or Mechatronics Engineering with +3 years relevant experience; OR
• PhD (NQF 10) in Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical or Mechatronics Engineering with +1 years relevant experience

Experience:

• Strong background in electrical and mechanical engineering, along with expertise in motion control technologies with proven experience in designing and implementing motion control systems.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Matlab, Python and E-plan software.
• Experience with motion control components such as motors, drives, encoders, and sensors.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Working knowledge in the application of the system engineering process.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.

Knowledge:

• Systems Engineering methods, procedures, tools and techniques
• Configuration Management and configuration management systems
• Electronic product development and applicable standards
• Electronic equipment fabrication and acceptance
• EMC/RFI principles
• Quality
• Production Environment

Additional Notes:

• Willingness to travel local and abroad
• Working at remote sites for 1 to 2-week periods
• Valid driver's license

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