Automotive Powertrain Controls Engineer - East London

Placements24; East London; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an Automotive Powertrain Controls Engineer in East London, Eastern Cape to design, develop, and implement control systems for ICE, hybrid, and EV powertrains. You will collaborate with hardware and software teams to optimize performance, efficiency, and emissions on an on-site basis.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in control theory, embedded C/C++, MATLAB/Simulink, and experience with HIL testing and ISO 26262.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of automotive powertrain controls experience.
• Experience with embedded C/C++ for automotive applications.
• Strong knowledge of control theory and powertrain systems.
• Experience with MATLAB/Simulink for design and simulation.
• Familiarity with HIL testing environments.
• Understanding CAN/LIN automotive protocols.
• Experience with ISO 26262 is a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop control algorithms and logic for ICE, Hybrid, EV powertrains.
• Implement control software using C/C++ for embedded microcontrollers.
• Perform simulation and modeling using MATLAB/Simulink.
• Conduct HIL testing and vehicle testing to validate performance.
• Debug and troubleshoot control system issues with effective solutions.
• Collaborate with calibration engineers to tune performance parameters.
• Ensure systems meet performance, emissions, and functional safety requirements (ISO 26262).
• Create and maintain design documentation, test plans, and reports.
• Stay updated with advancements in powertrain control technologies.

Skills

Embedded C/C++

Control theory

MATLAB/Simulink

HIL testing

CAN/LIN protocols

ISO 26262

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Mechanical/Mechatronics or related field

Job description

About the Role Our client, a prominent manufacturer of automotive components, is seeking a skilled Automotive Powertrain Controls Engineer to join their dynamic engineering team in East London, Eastern Cape. This on-site role is focused on the design, development, and implementation of control systems for advanced automotive powertrains, including internal combustion engines, hybrid systems, and electric vehicle powertrains. You will work closely with hardware and software teams to develop sophisticated control strategies that optimize performance, efficiency, and emissions. The ideal candidate possesses a strong background in control theory, embedded systems programming, and automotive powertrain technologies. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge powertrain development within a company committed to innovation and quality. Join a team that is driving the future of automotive propulsion.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop control algorithms and logic for automotive powertrain applications (ICE, Hybrid, EV).
• Implement control software using C/C++ for embedded microcontrollers.
• Perform simulation and modeling of control systems using tools like MATLAB/Simulink.
• Conduct hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing and vehicle testing to validate control system performance.
• Debug and troubleshoot control system issues, implementing effective solutions.
• Collaborate with calibration engineers to fine-tune powertrain performance parameters.
• Ensure control systems meet stringent performance, emissions, and functional safety (ISO 26262) requirements.
• Create and maintain detailed design documentation, test plans, and reports.
• Stay updated with the latest advancements in powertrain control technologies and methodologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in automotive powertrain controls engineering.
• Proficiency in embedded C/C++ programming for automotive applications.
• Strong knowledge of control theory and its application to powertrain systems.
• Experience with MATLAB/Simulink for control system design and simulation.
• Familiarity with hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing environments.
• Understanding of automotive communication protocols (CAN, LIN).
• Experience with functional safety standards (ISO 26262) is a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive health benefits, a retirement fund contribution, and ample opportunities for professional development and training in advanced powertrain technologies.
• You will work with a dedicated team on exciting projects at the forefront of automotive innovation.
• We provide a supportive and collaborative work environment.

Join us and help engineer the future of automotive powertrains.