Senior Automotive Electronics Engineer

Placements24; Queenstown; Hybrid; NZD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Flexible hours

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Automotive Electronics Engineer to join a fully remote team. You will design ECUs, develop firmware in C/C++, and create PCB layouts while ensuring conformance to automotive safety standards.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams and mentor junior engineers, delivering robust electronic systems for modern vehicles from a remote-enabled setup. Strong embedded skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in automotive electronics design and development.
• Experience with schematic capture and PCB layout tools (Altium, Cadence).
• Strong MCU architecture, embedded software (C/C++), and automotive comms.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop ECUs and related automotive electronic systems.
• Create schematics, PCB layouts, and firmware for automotive applications.
• Perform circuit analysis, simulation, and testing to verify design integrity.
• Collaborate with software, mechanical engineering and system architects.
• Develop and execute test plans for electronic components and systems including EMC/EMI.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex electronics hardware and firmware issues.
• Ensure designs comply with ISO 26262 and other automotive standards.
• Manage design documentation and BOMs.
• Stay updated with advances in automotive electronics and embedded tech.
• Provide technical guidance to junior engineers.

Skills

Embedded systems

Firmware (C/C++)

Automotive protocols (CAN/LIN/AE)

Circuit design

Remote work

Debugging/Diagnostics

Hazard analysis

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical/Electronics Engineering

Tools

Altium Designer

Cadence Allegro

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Automotive Electronics Engineer to join their innovative and fully remote team. This role is crucial for the design, development, and validation of sophisticated electronic systems that power modern vehicles. You will be instrumental in pushing the boundaries of automotive technology, working on projects that enhance vehicle performance, safety, and connectivity. The ideal candidate is a self-motivated individual with a strong background in embedded systems, circuit design, and automotive electronic architectures. As a remote-first position, you'll need excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with a geographically dispersed team. If you are passionate about automotive electronics and thrive in a flexible, home-based work environment, this role in Queenstown, Eastern Cape, ZA offers a fantastic opportunity to shape the future of mobility.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop electronic control units (ECUs) and related automotive electronic systems.


• Create schematics, PCB layouts, and firmware for automotive applications.


• Perform circuit analysis, simulation, and testing to ensure design integrity and performance.


• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including software engineers, mechanical engineers, and system architects.


• Develop and execute test plans for electronic components and systems, including EMC/EMI testing.


• Troubleshoot and resolve complex electronic hardware and firmware issues.


• Ensure designs comply with automotive standards (e.g., ISO 26262, AEC-Q100).


• Manage documentation, including design specifications, test reports, and Bill of Materials (BOM).


• Stay current with the latest advancements in automotive electronics and embedded technologies.


• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related field.


• Minimum of 7 years of experience in automotive electronics design and development.


• Proficiency in schematic capture and PCB layout tools (e.g., Altium Designer, Cadence Allegro).


• Strong understanding of microcontroller architecture, embedded systems, and firmware development (C/C++).


• Experience with automotive communication protocols (e.g., CAN, LIN, Automotive Ethernet).


• Knowledge of analog and digital circuit design principles.


• Familiarity with automotive functional safety standards (ISO 26262).


• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and debugging skills.


• Proven ability to work independently and manage projects effectively in a remote setting.


• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.


• Fully remote work arrangement for enhanced flexibility and work-life balance.


• Opportunity to work on innovative automotive electronic systems.


• Professional development and continuous learning opportunities.


• Be part of a dynamic team contributing to the future of automotive technology, based remotely from Queenstown, Eastern Cape, ZA.


• Access to cutting-edge tools and technologies.