Electronics engineer (R&D)

Location: Niš, Serbia

About Us

akYtec was founded in 2010 by a group of engineers and designers specializing in industrial automation devices. Our manufacturing facility is located in Niš, Serbia, on the premises of the former Electronics Industry complex, covering an area of over 6,000 m². Our colleagues from the R&D, Technical Support, and Sales departments are also based in Belgrade, Hanover, and Berlin.

We manufacture a wide range of devices and solutions for industrial automation, including PLC controllers, programmable relays, process indicators and displays, as well as many other products.

Our production facility in Niš is equipped with modern machinery and technology. We manufacture our products entirely in-house – from PCB assembly and plastic enclosure production to the manufacturing of cardboard packaging for product storage and transportation.

If you are looking to develop your knowledge and experience in an international environment and contribute to the development of electronic devices for industrial automation, we invite you to apply for the position of R&D Electronics Engineer.

Job Description and Responsibilities

• Assembling electronic prototypes, development samples, and electronic assemblies.
• Manual soldering, assembly, and repair of electronic components, including SMD components.
• Testing, measuring, and troubleshooting electronic boards and devices.
• Operating laboratory equipment, including oscilloscopes, multimeters, laboratory power supplies, and soldering stations.
• Reading and interpreting electrical schematics, technical documentation, and specifications.
• Collaborating with hardware engineers in the development, testing, and improvement of electronic products.
• Preparing prototypes and supporting the transition of products to mass production.
• Preparing samples and supporting internal and external testing and certification activities.
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Requirements

• Knowledge of basic analog and digital electronics.
• Practical skills in soldering and electronic component assembly, particularly SMD components.
• Familiarity with electronic measurement and laboratory equipment.
• Ability to read and understand electrical schematics and technical documentation.
• Knowledge of industrial signals (4–20 mA and 0–10 V), RTD sensors, and thermocouples.
• Basic knowledge of RS-485 and Ethernet communication interfaces.
• Attention to detail, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Motivation to learn and develop professionally.

The following knowledge and skills will be considered an advantage:

• Familiarity with Altium Designer or KiCad.
• Knowledge of Modbus RTU/TCP, PROFINET, and OPC UA protocols.
• Experience with Wireshark, Modbus Poll, or similar diagnostic tools.
• Knowledge of microcontrollers and embedded systems.
• Basic Python programming and Linux operating system knowledge.
• Familiarity with SolidWorks, Fusion 360, or similar 3D CAD tools.

What We Offer

• Stable employment in a growing international company.
• Work in a modern manufacturing environment with up-to-date equipment and technologies.
• Support and guidance from experienced colleagues and professional teams.
• Competitive benefits package.
• Additional paid days off.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.

If you recognize yourself in this job description and meet the requirements, we invite you to submit your CV.

We look forward to meeting you!