Automotive Electrical Engineer - Hybrid Role with Growth

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Automotive Electrical Engineer in Benoni, Gauteng to design, develop, test, and optimize electrical/electronic systems for next-generation vehicles. You will craft schematics, wiring harnesses, and layouts, and collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to integrate systems across infotainment, ADAS, and power electronics.

Join a hybrid team at our Benoni facility. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and 3+ years' experience in automotive

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 3+ years of automotive electrical system design and development.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Proficient with ECAD tools such as Altium Designer and AutoCAD Electrical.
• Knowledge of CAN, LIN and Ethernet automotive communication protocols.
• Experience with power electronics and sensor integration.
• Familiarity with automotive testing standards and methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement electrical and electronic systems for automotive applications.
• Create schematics, wiring harnesses, and component layouts using CAD software.
• Perform simulations and analyze electrical system performance to ensure functionality and reliability.
• Collaborate with mechanical engineers, software developers, and other stakeholders to integrate electrical systems seamlessly.
• Develop and execute test plans for electrical components and systems, documenting results and troubleshooting issues.
• Contribute to the definition of technical specifications and requirements for new vehicle platforms.
• Research and evaluate new technologies and components to enhance vehicle electrical systems.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations relevant to automotive electronics in Benoni, Gauteng.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Documentation

CAN protocol

LIN protocol

Ethernet

Sensor integration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Altium Designer

AutoCAD Electrical

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an Automotive Electrical Engineer in Benoni, Gauteng to design, develop, test, and optimize electrical/electronic systems for next-generation vehicles. You will craft schematics, wiring harnesses, and layouts, and collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to integrate systems across infotainment, ADAS, and power electronics.

Join a hybrid team at our Benoni facility. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and 3+ years' experience in automotive