For more info about the cluster, please visit: https://www.csir.co.za/nextgen-enterprises-and-institutions
Key responsibilities:
- Conduct hardware, firmware and embedded Linux development and implementation;
- Conduct laboratory testing of radio devices and radio frequency field measurements;
- Provide technical support to researchers and developers;
- Read, write and understand technical documents, manuals, specifications and block diagrams;
- Develop test procedures and test hardware, software and systems;
- Conduct field deployment, testing and debugging;
- Perform technical Installations, which includes working at heights;
- Conduct wireless networks audits; and
- Debug and troubleshoot issues related to product development.
Qualifications, skills and experience:
- A National Diploma in electronic / electrical engineering;
- A Bachelor’s degree will be advantageous;
- Basic understanding of wireless communications networks;
- Embedded C programming;
- Ability to read/verify schematics and verify design principles;
- Ability to troubleshoot/verify printed circuit boards (PCB) and design principles;
- Familiar with on-board communication protocols (I2C, SPI, CAN, UART, etc.);
- Familiar with electronic measurement instruments and software test methods;
- Preferably having a driver’s license and willing to undertake long distance field trips to rural areas in South Africa when there is a need.
Closing date: 28 January 2020
PLEASE NOTE THAT FEEDBACK WILL BE GIVEN TO SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES ONLY.
For more info, please contact the CSIR Recruitment Centre on 012 841 4774 or email us at [email protected]
The CSIR is an equal opportunity employer. As such, it is committed to the Employment Equity Act of 1998. By applying for this position at the CSIR, the applicant understands, consents and agrees that the CSIR may solicit a credit and criminal report from a registered credit bureau and/or SAPS (in relation to positions that require trust and honesty and/or entail the handling of cash or finances) and may also verify the applicant’s educational qualifications and employment history. The CSIR reserves the right to remove the advertisement at any time before the stated closing date and it further reserves the right not to appoint if a suitable candidate is not identified.