Electronics Engineer at NRF National Research Foundation

About the position

Postion Summary:
iThemba LABS is seeking an experienced electronics engineer for its Accelerator Operations and Technical Support department.

Key Responsibilities:

• Designing and developing electronic control, motion control and safety interlocking systemsPlanning, installing and commission the assembling, installation, testing and commissioning of projectsInterfacing of electronic systems
• Maintenance of accelerator and other electronic systemsOversee and assist with the fault repairs during operationInitiating the manufacturing of components and sub-assembliesInteracting with users to identify and solve problemsTraining and mentoring end-users to operating equipment and softwareWriting up specification of programsCompiling management progress reports and standard operating procedures (SOP)

Minimum Qualification:

• Bachelors Degree / Advanced Diploma / NQF 7

Minimum Experience:

• 5-5 years

• BEng/BTech (Electronics Engineering/Mechatronics) or equivalent

Experience:

• 5 years’ experience with design in instrumentation and controls systems, graphical user interfaces, embedded software and multilayer PCBsGeneral understanding of particle accelerators and related physics in a research environment
• Control system and instrumentation designs Basic PLC programmingEPICS programming

Knowledge:

• Hardware design skillsProgramming in C and Python in Linux environmentExperience in client/server-based systemsExperience in interfacing/integration of electronicsExperience in maintenance of electronic systemsExperience in PCB and embedded software design (Altium)Coordinating the assembling, installation, testing and commissioning of projects

Additional Notes:
Standby duties and overtime work as and when requiredGood interpersonal and communication skillsAnalytical thinking skillsExcellent problem solving abilitiesExcellent hardware design skillsExcellent software programming skillsStrong mechanical aptitudeGood communication and team working skillsAbility to work under pressure with minimum supervisionThe NRF website provides more details on the initiatives and activities Applicants should submit a comprehensive CV by registering and apply online through the NRF Recruitment and Selection Portal. Applications should be accompanied by a letter of motivation indicating the applicant·s suitability for the position. The names and contact details of at least three referees should be provided.

Desired Skills:

• Skilled in applied field of position
• Knowledge to be relevant
• Responsible in performing duties

About The Employer:

The National Research Foundation (NRF) supports and promotes research and human capital development through funding, the provision of National Research Facilities and science outreach platforms and programmes to the broader community in all fields of science and technology, including natural sciences, engineering, social sciences and humanities. iThemba LABS is Africa·s leading research facility for accelerator based science that is committed to advance knowledge, transforminglives and, inspiring the nation through probing fundamental structure and the origins of matter; Advancing the understanding ofcondensed matter; Impacting the Societal need through provision for the health and environmental sector.