About the position
PURPOSE:
The Servo Engineer's main purpose will be to support the MeerKAT Telescope Operations in terms of motion control related fault finding / root cause analysis / performance improvements / test ²development, -execution, -post processing and addressing obsolescence. In addition to MeerKAT, the Servo Engineer will be required to apply his expertise on new developments applying the basics of
System Engineering process
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Develop and design electronic product 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:
- Tech (Eng) (NQF 7) in Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical or Mechatronics Engineering with +6 years relevant experience.
- Eng./B.Sc. (Eng) (NQF 8) in Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical or Mechatronics Engineering with +4 years relevant experience.
- MSc / [URL Removed] (NQF 9) in Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical or Mechatronics Engineering with +3 years relevant experience.
- 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
Desired Skills:
- Matlab
- Python
- E-plan software
