Automotive Mechanical Engineer - Design, Testing, Validation
Placements24
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Job summary
Placements24's client seeks an Automotive Mechanical Engineer to join their East London engineering team, contributing to design, development, and testing of automotive components to meet performance, safety, and quality standards.
You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and optimize vehicle performance, with relocation assistance and opportunities for growth within a leading manufacturing hub in the Eastern Cape.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering.
- 3–5 years in automotive mechanical design and development.
- Experience with vehicle testing and validation procedures.
- Familiarity with CAD/CAE software and manufacturing processes.
Responsibilities
- Design and develop mechanical systems and components for vehicles (powertrain, chassis, body).
- Conduct simulations and analyses (FEA, CFD) to validate designs.
- Participate in prototype build and testing; analyze results and suggest improvements.
- Collaborate with manufacturing engineers to ensure producibility and cost-effectiveness.
- Troubleshoot design issues throughout the development cycle.
- Stay updated on automotive trends, technologies, and regulations.
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Job description
Placements24's client seeks an Automotive Mechanical Engineer to join their East London engineering team, contributing to design, development, and testing of automotive components to meet performance, safety, and quality standards.
You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and optimize vehicle performance, with relocation assistance and opportunities for growth within a leading manufacturing hub in the Eastern Cape.
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