Automotive Body Electronics Engineer

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development

Job summary

WhatJobs Direct in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga is seeking an Automotive Body Electronics Engineer to design, develop, test and integrate electronic systems for vehicle body functions, including lighting, windows and climate control. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure reliability and user experience.

The role requires a strong background in electronics, embedded systems and automotive communication protocols, with a hybrid work model that combines on-site collaboration in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering.
• Min 3 years in automotive electronics or embedded systems.
• Strong circuit design, MCUs and sensor tech.
• Experience with CAN/LIN and Automotive Ethernet.
• Proficient in diagnostic methods for automotive electronics.
• Embedded software development and debugging beneficial.
• Familiar with Altium Designer and PSpice.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electronic modules and circuits for body control applications.
• Specify and select electronic components suitable for automotive environments.
• Integrate body electronics modules with other vehicle systems using CAN/LIN."
• Develop and execute test plans for body electronics modules, including functional, performance, and environmental testing.
• Troubleshoot and resolve hardware and software issues related to body electronics systems.
• Collaborate with software engineers to develop and validate embedded firmware for body control modules.
• Ensure designs meet automotive standards, regulatory requirements, and customer specifications.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, including schematics, design specs, and test reports.
• Support manufacturing and validation teams during production and vehicle assembly.
• Stay updated on new technologies and trends in automotive body electronics.

Skills

Electrical eng

Embedded systems

CAN/LIN

Automotive electronics

Circuit design

Diagnostics

Education

Bachelor's in Electrical/Electronics

Tools

Altium Designer

PSpice

Job description

About the Role

Our client, WhatJobs Direct, is seeking a skilled Automotive Body Electronics Engineer to contribute to their innovative projects in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga . This role involves the design, development, testing, and integration of electronic systems related to vehicle body functions, such as lighting, power windows, seating, climate control, and user interfaces. You will work on ensuring the functionality, reliability, and user experience of these critical systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of electronics, embedded systems, and automotive communication protocols. This hybrid position offers a balance of on-site collaboration and remote flexibility, allowing you to work effectively with our team in Nelspruit . Be part of developing sophisticated automotive solutions in the scenic region of Mpumalanga .

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop electronic modules and circuits for body control applications.
• Specify and select electronic components suitable for automotive environments.
• Integrate body electronics modules with other vehicle systems using communication networks like CAN and LIN.
• Develop and execute test plans for body electronics modules, including functional, performance, and environmental testing.
• Troubleshoot and resolve hardware and software issues related to body electronics systems.
• Collaborate with software engineers to develop and validate embedded firmware for body control modules.
• Ensure designs meet automotive standards, regulatory requirements, and customer specifications.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, including schematics, design specifications, and test reports.
• Support manufacturing and validation teams during production and vehicle assembly.
• Stay updated on new technologies and trends in automotive body electronics, such as advanced lighting systems and HMI.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in automotive electronics or embedded systems design.
• Strong knowledge of electronic circuit design, microcontrollers, and sensor technologies.
• Experience with automotive communication protocols such as CAN, LIN, and potentially Automotive Ethernet.
• Familiarity with diagnostic tools and methods for automotive electronics.
• Understanding of embedded software development and debugging is beneficial.
• Experience with simulation and design tools (e.g., Altium Designer, PSpice).
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid work environment, contributing both remotely and on-site.
• Must be willing to work on-site in Nelspruit for team meetings, testing, and project coordination.

Benefits

This hybrid role provides a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package including medical aid and retirement fund, and opportunities for professional development. You will join a dynamic and innovative team working on exciting automotive technology in Nelspruit .