Manager: Electronics Engineering
National Research Foundation
iThemba LABS is Africa·s leading research facility for accelerator-based science that is committed to advance knowledge, transforming lives and, inspiring the nation through probing fundamental structure and the origins of matter; advancing the understanding of condensed matter; impacting the societal need through provision for the health and environmental sector.
Position: Manager: Electronics Engineering
Business Unit: iThemba LABS
Location: Cape Town, Western Cape
Position Summary
iThemba LABS seeks to appoint a Manager: Electronics Engineering in the Accelerator Operations and Technical Support (ATS) Department, under the Control Electronics and Software Engineering (CESE) division.
Key Responsibilities
Provide technical guidance and expertise in the design, development, integration, maintenance and repairs control and safety systems.
Design, development, integration, maintenance and repairs of power supplies, control electronics and control software for all accelerator platforms within NRF iThemba LABS.
Project management and coordination within the division.
Plan and co-ordinate day-to-day activities for the electronics team members.
Coordinate the assembling, installation, testing and commissioning of projects.
Provide input to line manager to determine the most cost-efficient manner to upgrade, repair and maintain control electronics.
Provide input into the control system architecture definition and evaluation
Research and propose new technologies, systems and methods.
Provide advisory services to other organisations that collaborate with NRF iThemba LABS pertaining to control system technical aspects.
Contribute to lifecycle management of control system components
Participate in procurement processes by providing technical specifications and market research.
Provide coaching and mentoring to junior staff and students.
Additional Notes
Strong technical and management skills.
Availability to work outside regular working hours.
Ability to work under pressure in a production related environment and be safety conscious.
Excellent problem-solving abilities.
Good analytical thinking
Teamwork and collaboration.
Qualification
NQF 7/B.Tech or equivalent in Electronics Engineering or Mechatronics.
Experience
Minimum of 8 years’ experience in electronics and control systems engineering environment, which includes 3 years in a technical management role.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Expertise in electrical, electronics and control system design.
PLC based control systems design, development and maintenance
Power Electronics and HV power supplies repairs and maintenanceExperience with high-speed digital and analog electronics as well as digital signal processing.
Strong knowledge of motion control (stepper motors)
Embedded programming
PCB Layout design
Project Management
People management
Experience with interlock systems (advantageous)
Experience with Linux systems (advantageous)
Closing Date: Friday, 20 Nov 2026
The 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.
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