Automotive Electrical Systems Engineer - Bloemfontein

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

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Competitive salary

Global projects

Training & certs

Job summary

Placements24 in Bloemfontein is seeking an Automotive Electrical Systems Engineer to lead design, development, and testing of complex electrical systems for new vehicle platforms. This hybrid role combines on-site collaboration at our Free State facility with remote data analysis and documentation.

You will work with CAD and simulation tools, while coordinating with mechanical, software, and manufacturing teams to advance electrification and ADAS technologies, ensuring quality and reliability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Proven experience in automotive electrical system design and development.
• Proficiency with electrical CAD software for schematic generation and harness design.
• Strong understanding of automotive electrical standards, protocols (CAN, LIN, Automotive Ethernet).
• Experience with simulation tools (SPICE, ANSYS) and modeling techniques.
• Knowledge of ISO 26262 is desirable.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical system architectures for automotive applications, including wiring harnesses, power distribution, and ECUs.
• Specify components meeting performance, reliability, and cost targets.
• Create and maintain schematics and diagrams using CAD tools (E3.series, Zuken E3).
• Perform system-level simulations to validate designs and predict performance.
• Collaborate with mechanical engineers, software developers, and manufacturing teams.
• Develop and execute test plans for electrical systems on lab and vehicle environments.
• Troubleshoot electrical issues identified during development or production.
• Ensure designs comply with ISO 26262 and customer specifications.
• Stay updated on electrification, ADAS, and vehicle networking.

Skills

Electrical design

System simulations

Vehicle networks

Hybrid collaboration

Education

BEng Electrical

MEng Electrical

Tools

E3.series

Zuken E3

SPICE

ANSYS

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading automotive component supplier with a significant presence in **Bloemfontein**, is seeking an experienced Automotive Electrical Systems Engineer. This role is crucial for the design, development, and testing of complex electrical systems and components for new vehicle platforms. You will be involved in everything from concept development and system architecture to validation and troubleshooting. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in electrical engineering, a thorough understanding of automotive standards, and experience with relevant design and simulation tools. This position offers a hybrid work arrangement, allowing for collaborative engineering work at our **Free State** facility and remote data analysis or documentation. We are looking for an innovative engineer who can contribute to the advancement of automotive electrical technology and uphold our client's reputation for quality and reliability in **Bloemfontein**. This is an exciting opportunity to influence the future of vehicle electrification and connectivity.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical system architectures for automotive applications, including wiring harnesses, power distribution, and electronic control units (ECUs).
• Specify and select electrical components, ensuring they meet performance, reliability, and cost requirements.
• Create and maintain detailed electrical schematics, diagrams, and documentation using CAD tools (e.g., E3.series, Zuken E3).
• Perform system-level simulations and analysis to validate designs and predict performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including mechanical engineers, software developers, and manufacturing, throughout the product lifecycle.
• Develop and execute test plans for electrical systems and components, both in lab environments and on vehicles.
• Troubleshoot and resolve electrical system issues identified during development, testing, or production.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant automotive standards (e.g., ISO 26262 for functional safety) and customer specifications.
• Stay updated on emerging automotive electrical technologies, such as electrification, advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS), and vehicle networking.
• Contribute to technical reviews and design validation activities, potentially from a remote location.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Proven experience in automotive electrical system design and development.
• Proficiency with electrical CAD software for schematic generation and harness design.
• Strong understanding of automotive electrical standards, protocols (CAN, LIN, Automotive Ethernet), and components.
• Experience with simulation tools (e.g., SPICE, ANSYS) and modeling techniques.
• Knowledge of functional safety principles (ISO 26262) is highly desirable.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and debugging skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment, collaborating both on-site and remotely.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Familiarity with vehicle communication networks and diagnostic tools is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Hybrid work model offering a blend of on-site and remote flexibility.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning in advanced automotive technologies.
• Exposure to global automotive projects and innovation.
• Work within a highly skilled and collaborative engineering team in **Bloemfontein**.
• Contribution to the development of next-generation vehicles.
• Company-sponsored training and certifications.
• Access to modern engineering facilities in the **Free State**.