Automotive Design Engineer

Placements24; Randburg; Hybride; ZAR 520 000 - 760 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Hybrid work arrangement

Competitive salary

Résumé du poste

Placements24 in Randburg seeks an Automotive Design Engineer to contribute to our vehicle development team. You’ll design components and systems using CAD, create 3D models and drawings, and collaborate across R&D, manufacturing and styling.

The role blends on-site collaboration with remote work in a hybrid setup. You’ll influence vehicle design language, evaluate materials and processes, and participate in design reviews to ensure performance and manufacturability.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Proven experience as an Automotive Design Engineer or similar role.
• Strong proficiency in CAD software and 3D modeling techniques.
• Solid understanding of automotive component design, materials, and manufacturing processes.
• Experience with simulation tools (e.g., FEA) is a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment.

Responsabilités

• Design and develop automotive components and systems using CAD software (e.g., CATIA, SolidWorks).
• Create detailed 3D models, 2D drawings, and technical specifications for manufacturing.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including R&D, manufacturing, and styling, to ensure design feasibility and integration.
• Conduct design reviews and simulations to validate performance and identify potential issues.
• Research and implement new materials and manufacturing processes to optimize designs.
• Contribute to the overall vehicle design language and innovation strategy.

Connaissances

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Mechanical reasoning

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering

Outils

CATIA

SolidWorks

FEA

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client is seeking a creative and technically proficient Automotive Design Engineer to contribute to their innovative vehicle development team based in Randburg . You will be involved in the conceptualization, design, and development of automotive components and systems, utilizing advanced CAD software and engineering principles. This role offers a hybrid work model, blending on-site collaboration with the flexibility of remote work, allowing you to shape the aesthetics and functionality of future vehicles in a key Gauteng hub.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop automotive components and systems using CAD software (e.g., CATIA, SolidWorks).
• Create detailed 3D models, 2D drawings, and technical specifications for manufacturing.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including R&D, manufacturing, and styling, to ensure design feasibility and integration.
• Conduct design reviews and simulations to validate performance and identify potential issues.
• Research and implement new materials and manufacturing processes to optimize designs.
• Contribute to the overall vehicle design language and innovation strategy.

Requirements

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Proven experience as an Automotive Design Engineer or similar role.
• Strong proficiency in CAD software and 3D modeling techniques.
• Solid understanding of automotive component design, materials, and manufacturing processes.
• Experience with simulation tools (e.g., FEA) is a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Hybrid work arrangement offering flexibility.
• Opportunities to work on exciting new vehicle projects in Randburg .
• Access to advanced design and simulation tools.
• A collaborative and innovative engineering culture.