Senior Powertrain Engineer - ICE/Hybrid/EV (Hybrid)

Placements24; United States; Híbrido; USD 49.000 - 67.000; Tempo integral

Benefícios oferecidos por esta vaga

Bonus program

Health insurance

Pension plan

Paid time off

Professional development

Hybrid work

Resumo da vaga

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Automotive Powertrain Systems Engineer for a hybrid role in East London, Eastern Cape, ZA. You will define architectures across ICE, hybrid, and EV drivetrains, working with controls, electrical, and vehicle integration teams to meet performance targets.

You will validate designs in simulation and on-vehicle, driving optimization of efficiency, emissions, and durability while mentoring junior engineers and collaborating with manufacturing teams.

Qualificações

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• 7+ years of experience in automotive powertrain systems engineering.
• Experience with system integration and validation processes.
• Knowledge of ICE, Hybrid or EV powertrains.
• Familiarity with CAN and powertrain simulation tools.

Responsabilidades

• Define system-level requirements for powertrain systems (ICE, Hybrid, EV).
• Develop and manage powertrain architectures and integration with vehicle systems.
• Specify engines, transmissions, electric motors, batteries, and power electronics.
• Collaborate with controls engineers to calibrate powertrain control strategies.
• Oversee integration and validation of powertrain systems in simulation and on-vehicle.
• Analyze performance data to optimize efficiency, emissions, drivability, and durability.
• Troubleshoot complex powertrain integration and performance issues.
• Coordinate with manufacturing and supply chain for manufacturability and cost.
• Stay current with emerging powertrain technologies and trends.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to team development.

Conhecimentos

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Hybrid work experience

Formação

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Ferramentas

GT-SUITE

AMESim

CAN protocol knowledge

Descrição da vaga

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Automotive Powertrain Systems Engineer for a hybrid role in East London, Eastern Cape, ZA. You will define architectures across ICE, hybrid, and EV drivetrains, working with controls, electrical, and vehicle integration teams to meet performance targets.

You will validate designs in simulation and on-vehicle, driving optimization of efficiency, emissions, and durability while mentoring junior engineers and collaborating with manufacturing teams.