Hybrid Powertrain Control Engineer – ICE/HEV/EV Expert

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Automotive Powertrain Control Engineer for a hybrid role in Sandton, Gauteng. You will design, implement and test control algorithms for ICE/HEV/EV, calibrate systems, and optimize performance, emissions, and drivability while collaborating with hardware, software and test teams.

The role requires strong fundamentals in control theory, thermodynamics and powertrain systems, plus hands-on experience with calibration tools and vehicle testing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Mechatronics or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of automotive powertrain control development experience.
• Strong knowledge of control theory, feedback systems and state-space modeling.
• Experience with calibration tools such as INCA, ETAS, MATLAB/Simulink.
• Familiarity with CAN/LIN automotive networks and diagnostic tools.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement advanced control strategies for ICE/HEV/EV powertrains.
• Design and tune engine management, transmission control and battery management systems.
• Perform system-level calibration and validation using simulations and vehicle tests.
• Analyze vehicle data to identify control improvements and optimizations.
• Collaborate with hardware and software teams for seamless integration.
• Document control strategies, calibration parameters and test results.
• Stay updated on powertrain technology, control theory and regulations.
• Participate in cross-functional meetings and project planning.
• Ensure performance, emissions and safety requirements are met.

Skills

Control theory

Feedback systems

State-space modeling

Analytical thinking

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical, Electrical or Mechatronics

Tools

INCA

ETAS

MATLAB/Simulink

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an Automotive Powertrain Control Engineer for a hybrid role in Sandton, Gauteng. You will design, implement and test control algorithms for ICE/HEV/EV, calibrate systems, and optimize performance, emissions, and drivability while collaborating with hardware, software and test teams.

The role requires strong fundamentals in control theory, thermodynamics and powertrain systems, plus hands-on experience with calibration tools and vehicle testing.