Senior Automotive Mechatronics Engineer

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 85,000 - 154,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and incentives

Health, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement savings plan with employer

Generous paid time off and holidays

Professional development opportunities

Access to cutting-edge lab facilities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Automotive Mechatronics Engineer for a hybrid role in Kimberley, South Africa. You will design, develop, and test mechatronic systems spanning mechanical, electrical, and software domains, from ADAS to actuators.

The ideal candidate has a master's in a related field, 6+ years of automotive experience, strong CAD/simulation skills, and proficiency in C/C++ with CAN familiarity. ISO 26262 knowledge is a plus, offering growth and innovation opportunities.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Mechatronics, Electrical, Mechanical engineering or related field.
• Minimum 6 years of automotive mechatronics design and development experience.
• Strong CAD and simulation proficiency (SolidWorks/CATIA; MATLAB/Simulink; ANSYS).
• Experience with sensors, actuators, and control system design.
• Familiarity with CAN; ISO 26262 is a plus.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and project management skills.
• Ability to work in a hybrid environment and collaborate across teams.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechatronic systems considering mechanical, electrical, and software aspects.
• Create detailed design specifications, schematics, and CAD models for components and assemblies.
• Conduct simulations and analyses (FEA, CFD, control modeling) to validate designs.
• Develop and implement testing procedures for mechatronic systems, including HIL testing.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues during development, testing, and validation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including mechanical, electrical, and software engineers.
• Ensure designs meet performance, reliability, cost, and safety requirements.
• Stay current with advances in mechatronics and automotive tech; mentor junior engineers.

Skills

Embedded C/C++

Control systems

Analytical skills

Project management

Team communication

Education

Master's degree (Mechatronics / Electrical / Mechanical engineering)

Tools

SolidWorks

CATIA

MATLAB/Simulink

ANSYS

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leader in automotive component development and manufacturing, is looking for a highly skilled Senior Automotive Mechatronics Engineer to join their team in Kimberley, Northern Cape, ZA . This role requires a blend of mechanical, electrical, and software engineering expertise to design, develop, and test mechatronic systems for automotive applications. You will be involved in projects ranging from advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) to intelligent actuators and control modules. This hybrid position involves hands‑on engineering work in the lab and office, complemented by remote analysis and collaboration. The ideal candidate is a creative problem‑solver with a deep understanding of integrated systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechatronic systems, considering mechanical, electrical, and software aspects.
• Create detailed design specifications, schematics, and CAD models for mechatronic components and assemblies.
• Conduct simulations and analyses (e.g., FEA, CFD, control system modeling) to validate designs.
• Develop and implement testing procedures for mechatronic systems, including hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues arising during development, testing, and validation phases.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including mechanical designers, electrical engineers, and software developers.
• Ensure designs meet performance, reliability, cost, and safety requirements.
• Stay current with the latest advancements in mechatronics, automotive technology, and relevant software tools.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to team knowledge sharing.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Mechatronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of professional experience in automotive mechatronics design and development.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical design principles, electrical circuits, and embedded systems programming (e.g., C/C++).
• Proficiency with CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, CATIA) and simulation tools (e.g., MATLAB/Simulink, ANSYS).
• Experience with sensors, actuators, and control system design.
• Familiarity with automotive communication protocols (e.g., CAN).
• Understanding of functional safety principles (ISO 26262) is a plus.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance incentives.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Retirement savings plan with employer match.
• Generous paid time off and holiday leave.
• Opportunities for continuous professional development and advanced training.
• Access to cutting-edge laboratory facilities and equipment.
• Exposure to innovative automotive technologies.