Senior Automotive Product Development Engineer (Hybrid)

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 77,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical insurance

Retirement plan

Generous annual leave

Professional development

Hybrid work model

Based in Kimberley

Wellness programs

Career progression

Job summary

Placements24 client seeks a Senior Automotive Product Development Engineer in Kimberley, SA, to lead conception, design, and launch of new automotive products. Role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration across R&D, design, manufacturing, and marketing to deliver high-quality solutions.

You will manage projects from concept to market release, ensure compliance with automotive standards, and guide prototyping, testing, and validation.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant engineering field.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in automotive product development.
• Proven track record of launching automotive products.
• Experience with cross-functional teams and project management.
• Familiarity with automotive standards and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the product development process for new automotive components and systems.
• Translate market requirements and customer needs into technical specifications.
• Manage product development projects from concept to launch, including timelines, budgets, and resources.
• Collaborate closely with R&D, design, engineering, manufacturing, and marketing teams.
• Oversee prototype development, testing, and validation activities.
• Ensure products meet all relevant performance, safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct design reviews and technical assessments throughout the development cycle.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues encountered during product development.
• Prepare and present project status reports and technical documentation.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of product development processes.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical

Problem-solving

Communication

Cross-functional teamwork

Project management

Regulatory knowledge

Data analysis

Simulation tools

Education

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or related

Tools

Simulation tools

Project management tools

Job description

Placements24 client seeks a Senior Automotive Product Development Engineer in Kimberley, SA, to lead conception, design, and launch of new automotive products. Role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration across R&D, design, manufacturing, and marketing to deliver high-quality solutions.

You will manage projects from concept to market release, ensure compliance with automotive standards, and guide prototyping, testing, and validation.