Hybrid Automotive Electrical Systems Engineer: Innovate

Placements24; George; Hybrid; ZAR 550,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Health, dental and vision insurance

State-of-the-art facilities

Professional development support

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Automotive Electrical Systems Engineer to join our team in George, South Africa. You will design, develop, and test electrical systems for next-generation vehicles, ensuring integration and reliability.

This hybrid role balances on-site collaboration with remote flexibility, offering opportunities for innovation and professional growth. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and proven experience in automotive electrical design,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Experience in automotive electrical systems design and development.
• Proficiency with CAD software for electrical design and simulation tools.
• Strong understanding of vehicle communication protocols CAN, LIN, Ethernet.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical schematics, wiring harnesses, and control modules for automotive applications.
• Perform system integration, testing, and validation of electrical components and sub-systems.
• Troubleshoot and resolve electrical issues identified during development, testing, and production phases.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including mechanical engineers and software developers, to ensure system compatibility.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, including design specifications and test reports.
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in automotive electrical technology and recommend improvements.

Skills

Electrical systems design

CAN/LIN/Ethernet knowledge

Analytical problem solving

Team collaboration

Hybrid work adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

SOLIDWORKS Electrical

Simulation tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an Automotive Electrical Systems Engineer to join our team in George, South Africa. You will design, develop, and test electrical systems for next-generation vehicles, ensuring integration and reliability.

This hybrid role balances on-site collaboration with remote flexibility, offering opportunities for innovation and professional growth. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and proven experience in automotive electrical design,