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Lead Power Electronics Engineer

Network Engineering
4 days ago
Full-time
On-site
Pretoria West, South Africa
R800,000 - R800,000 ZAR yearly
Reference: NES027870-KM-1

An established engineering and manufacturing company in Pretoria is looking for a Lead Power Electronics Engineer to contribute to the development of next-generation power electronic systems used in demanding automotive and industrial applications.

Duties & Responsibilities

Job & Company Description:

This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of sophisticated power electronics projects from concept through commercialization. The successful candidate will work closely with hardware, firmware, systems, and mechanical engineering teams to develop reliable, compliant, and market-ready products while contributing to continuous innovation and technical excellence.
 
Key Responsibilities:
  • Design and develop advanced power conversion systems exceeding 10kW.
  • Support all phases of product development, including concept design, validation, certification, and production release.
  • Define technical requirements and establish verification methodologies.
  • Conduct simulations, troubleshooting, and root-cause investigations.
  • Ensure product compliance with relevant automotive and industrial regulations.
  • Support product qualification, homologation, and manufacturing readiness.
  • Work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams to solve complex engineering challenges.
 
 
Education:
  • Bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical or Electronic Engineering.
 
Job Experience & Skills Required:
  • 8+ years of industry experience within a power electronics development environment.
  • Proven capability in designing and bringing high-power electronic products to market.
  • Experience with high-power converters and inverter systems exceeding 10kW.
  • Strong understanding of product development processes, including design verification, compliance validation, certification, and production launch.
  • Advanced technical knowledge across power electronics, control systems, thermal performance, magnetics, and PCB design.
Please note: This opportunity is best suited to experienced professionals whose qualifications and technical expertise closely align with the requirements outlined above. Preference will be given to candidates with a proven history of successfully developing, validating, and commercializing high-power power electronic products.
Apply now! 
 
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For more information contact:
Karabo Mnguni
kmnguni@networkrecruitment.co.za
0873510724

Package & Remuneration

R 800 000 - R 900 000 - Annually