Automotive Body Control Module Engineer

Placements24; Windsor Park (TN); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid vacation

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an Automotive Body Control Module Engineer to design, develop, and test ECU software for body electronics in modern vehicles. The role involves collaboration with hardware teams and testing across vehicle systems in a hybrid work setting at our facility in East London, ZA.

Applicants should have a strong background in embedded systems, automotive electronics, and hands-on experience with LIN/CAN/Ethernet and UDS protocols.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• 4+ years of automotive embedded software development, focusing on body electronics.
• Proficiency in embedded C programming.
• Experience with LIN, CAN, Ethernet
• Understanding of UDS and automotive diagnostics.
• Experience with Git and embedded development tools.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop embedded software for BCMs and related ECUs.
• Implement features for lighting, windows, locks, mirrors, HVAC control.
• Collaborate with hardware engineers to define ECU specs and integration.
• Develop and execute software test plans including unit and vehicle-level testing.
• Debug and troubleshoot software and hardware issues in body electronics.
• Ensure software compliance with automotive standards and customer requirements.
• Participate in code reviews and support production launches.

Skills

Embedded C programming

Automotive embedded software

System testing

Analytical thinking

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering

Tools

Git

Compilers

Debuggers

ECU testing tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled Automotive Body Control Module Engineer to join their team in East London, Eastern Cape, ZA. This role is responsible for the design, development, and testing of electronic control units (ECUs) that manage various body functions in vehicles, such as lighting, windows, locks, and climate control. You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team of engineers to ensure these systems are integrated seamlessly and perform reliably. This hybrid position offers a balance of in-office collaboration and remote flexibility, supporting a productive work environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in embedded systems, automotive electronics, and experience with body electronics functions. You will play a key role in delivering innovative and robust solutions for modern vehicles.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop embedded software for Body Control Modules (BCMs) and related ECUs.
• Implement features related to interior and exterior lighting, power windows, door locks, mirrors, wipers, and HVAC control.
• Collaborate with hardware engineers to define ECU specifications and ensure successful hardware integration.
• Develop and execute software test plans, including unit testing, integration testing, and vehicle-level testing.
• Debug and troubleshoot software and hardware issues related to body electronics functions.
• Ensure software compliance with automotive standards and customer requirements.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to the continuous improvement of development processes.
• Work with manufacturing and validation teams to support product launch and ongoing production.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in automotive embedded software development, with a focus on body electronics.
• Proficiency in embedded C programming.
• Experience with automotive communication protocols such as LIN, CAN, and Ethernet.
• Understanding of automotive diagnostic protocols (e.g., UDS).
• Experience with embedded software development tools, including compilers, debuggers, and version control systems (Git).
• Knowledge of automotive testing methodologies and tools.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.
• Benefits include health insurance, a retirement fund, and paid vacation.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development are available within a supportive team environment.

This hybrid role provides the advantage of working both remotely and on-site at our facility in East London, Eastern Cape, ZA, fostering collaboration and flexibility.

Join a dynamic company contributing to the evolution of automotive technology.