Automotive Performance Engineer: Dyno & ECU Tuning Pro

Placements24; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

State-of-the-art equipment

Professional growth opportunities

Motorsport project exposure

Ongoing training in tuning tech

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Automotive Performance Engineer in Centurion, Gauteng to develop and implement engine tuning solutions for enhanced power, torque and efficiency.

You will work with dynamometers and ECU software to optimize performance across NA, turbocharged, and supercharged engines while collaborating with fabrication and mechanical teams. A strong background in thermodynamics and engine management is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Automotive Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 4 years of automotive performance tuning and engine calibration experience.
• Experience with engine dynamometers and data acquisition systems.
• Proficient with professional tuning software and ECU architectures.

Responsibilities

• Conduct engine performance testing and data acquisition using dynamometers and sensors.
• Develop and implement ECU remapping strategies for power, torque, fuel efficiency, and emissions.
• Analyze engine data logs to identify bottlenecks and areas for improvement.
• Calibrate ECUs for NA, turbocharged, and supercharged engines.
• Design and test performance modifications with ECU tuning.
• Collaborate with fabrication and mechanical teams to integrate HW/SW enhancements.
• Stay updated on engine performance tuning trends and technologies.
• Maintain documentation of testing procedures and results.

Skills

Dyno testing

ECU tuning

Data analysis

Engine thermodynamics

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Automotive Engineering

Tools

Dyno Dynamics

SuperFlow

EcuTek

Cobb Accessport

HP Tuners

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an Automotive Performance Engineer in Centurion, Gauteng to develop and implement engine tuning solutions for enhanced power, torque and efficiency.

You will work with dynamometers and ECU software to optimize performance across NA, turbocharged, and supercharged engines while collaborating with fabrication and mechanical teams. A strong background in thermodynamics and engine management is essential.