Hybrid Automotive Systems Engineer - Embedded

Placements24

Soweto

Hybrid

ZAR 600,000 - 900,000

Full time

4 days ago
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Hybrid work model
Health benefits
Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in Soweto, Gauteng, is seeking an Automotive Systems Engineer to design, develop, and integrate advanced electronic and mechatronic automotive systems. You will work across R&D and production teams to translate concepts into reliable, high-performance platforms.

The role emphasizes system modeling with MATLAB/Simulink, experience with CAN/LIN/Ethernet, embedded control, and rigorous testing. A strong analytical mindset and collaborative teamwork are essential in this hybrid

Qualifications

  • Degree in Electrical/Mechanical/Mechatronics or related field.
  • Proven experience in automotive system design and development.
  • Proficiency with MATLAB/Simulink for modeling and testing.
  • Familiarity with CAN/LIN/Ethernet protocols and embedded control.
  • Strong analytical, debugging, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and validate automotive electronic and mechatronic systems.
  • Collaborate with R&D to define system requirements and specifications.
  • Integrate subsystems to ensure performance and reliability.
  • Conduct system testing, simulation, and performance analysis.
  • Troubleshoot complex technical issues during development and production.
  • Create and maintain design docs and test reports.
  • Work with manufacturing and quality teams to ensure product quality.
  • Stay updated on emerging automotive technologies.

Skills

Embedded systems
Control theory
System modeling
CAN/LIN/Ethernet
MATLAB/Simulink
Analytical thinking
Teamwork

Education

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

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

Job description

Placements24 in Soweto, Gauteng, is seeking an Automotive Systems Engineer to design, develop, and integrate advanced electronic and mechatronic automotive systems. You will work across R&D and production teams to translate concepts into reliable, high-performance platforms.

The role emphasizes system modeling with MATLAB/Simulink, experience with CAN/LIN/Ethernet, embedded control, and rigorous testing. A strong analytical mindset and collaborative teamwork are essential in this hybrid

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