Pilot Hall Engineer -Vehicle Electronics

Volkswagen Group; Kariega; Hybrid; ZAR 450,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

Volkswagen Group Africa in Kariega (Uitenhage) seeks a Pilot Hall Engineer to investigate and resolve root-cause issues in vehicle electronics during production, especially on prototype and pre-series vehicles. You will use diagnostics and analysis systems, test vehicle harnesses and control-unit software, and coordinate cross‑functional teams to ensure quality and volume targets are met.

This role offers a dynamic environment with international collaboration and opportunities to contribute

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering (excluding Heavy Current) or a Bachelor’s in Mechatronics.
• Minimum 1 year experience in object‑oriented programming (Python, C#, C++ or VB).
• Knowledge of vehicle electrical/electronic systems incl. brakes, airbags, lighting.
• Root‑cause problem‑solving ability and corrective-action capability.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, including to management.
• Ability to work under pressure and make sound decisions.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Teams, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Word).
• Sound organisational and project management skills.
• Ability to work independently and in multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Preferred: 3 years’ vehicle manufacturing/electronics experience; German; Python; Excel VBA; vehicle diagnostics.

Responsibilities

• Establish root causes and implement corrective actions for allocated vehicle electronics problems.
• Provide specialised production support using diagnostic and analysis systems.
• Test, analyse and resolve vehicle harness, control-unit software and electronics faults on prototype and pre-series vehicles.
• Compile and present technical findings and reports at relevant forums.
• Coordinate cross-departmental teams focused on resolving vehicle electronics topics.
• Liaise with overseas counterparts on build and quality matters.
• Develop, implement and manage vehicle electronics diagnostic and test equipment in the Pilot Hall workshop.
• Support product-related concerns during pre-series and launch phases.
• Contribute solutions that support production quality and volume targets.
• Maintain effective communication across multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Python

C#

C++

VB

MS Office

Root-cause analysis

Communication

Teamwork

Project management

German

Education

Electrical/ Electronics Engineering degree

Mechatronics degree

Tools

Vehicle diagnostic systems

Job description

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Pilot Hall Engineer -Vehicle Electronics

At Volkswagen Group Africa, we are more than a car manufacturer – we are a global mobility company driven by innovation, quality, and our people. With operating sites in Kariega (Uitenhage), Centurion, and Sandton, we combine a proud heritage of engineering excellence with a strong focus on the future. We produce vehicles and mobility solutions that deliver performance, safety, and sustainability. Our success is powered by diverse, skilled, and passionate employees who value collaboration, integrity, and continuous improvement. As part of the global Volkswagen Group, we operate in a dynamic environment where innovation, digitalization, and sustainability shape everything we do. Joining Volkswagen Group Africa means being part of a team building mobility for generations – responsibly, sustainably, and together.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Volkswagen Group Africa is seeking a Pilot Hall Engineer (Vehicle Electronics - Product Analyzer) to support production by investigating and resolving root-cause problems relating to vehicle electrics and electronics. The role also addresses product concerns on prototype and pre-series vehicles during the launch phase to support quality and volume targets. This position is based in Pilot Hall - Production (Kariega)

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Establish root causes and implement corrective actions for allocated vehicle electronics problems.
• Provide specialised production support using Volkswagen diagnostic and analysis systems.
• Test, analyse and resolve vehicle harness, control-unit software and electronic faults on prototype and pre-series vehicles.
• Compile and present technical findings and reports at relevant forums.
• Coordinate cross-departmental teams focused on resolving vehicle electronics topics.
• Liaise with overseas counterparts on build and quality matters.
• Develop, implement and manage vehicle electronics diagnostic and test equipment in the Pilot Hall workshop.
• Support product-related concerns during pre-series and launch phases.
• Contribute solutions that support production quality and volume targets
• Maintain effective communication and follow-through across multidisciplinary teams.

REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Qualifications:

• National Diploma or higher in Electrical Engineering (excluding Heavy Current), or a Bachelor’s degree in Mechatronics.
• Minimum 1 year experience in object‑oriented programming, e.g. Python, C#, C++ or VB.
• Knowledge of vehicle electrical/electronic systems, including brakes, airbags and lighting.
• Root‑cause problem‑solving and corrective‑action capability.
• Ability to contribute innovative solutions and ideas.
• Clear communication and presentation skills, including to management.
• Ability to work under pressure and make sound decisions.
• Proficiency in MS Office, including Teams, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Word.
• Sound organisational and project management skills.
• Ability to work independently and in multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Preferred: 3 years’ vehicle manufacturing/electronics experience; German; Python; Excel VBA; and vehicle diagnostic systems.

Volkswagen Group Africa is committed to achieving and sustaining an equitable and representative workforce. In line with our Employment Equity Plan, preference will be given to suitably qualified candidates from designated groups.

VWGA communicates with integrity and transparency.

Issued on behalf of HR

Job ID: 30882

Location: ZA

Department: Production and Manufacturing Strategy

Shift: Full-time

Contract type: Unlimited

Remote Working: Up to 20%

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