Remote Automotive Electrical Systems Architect

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

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Retirement savings plan

Access to training programs

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly innovative and experienced Remote Automotive Electrical Systems Engineer to join their advanced engineering team. This role focuses on design, development, and integration of electrical and electronic systems for next-generation vehicles.

This fully remote position offers the opportunity to contribute to critical automotive projects from a home office, collaborating with a global leader in the industry. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering.
• Master's degree is a plus.
• Minimum 6 years of automotive electrical system design experience.
• Knowledge of CAN, LIN, Ethernet.
• Proficiency with CAD tools such as Altium Designer or EPLAN.
• Experience with circuit analysis tools (SPICE, ANSYS).
• Understanding of power electronics, BMS, and charging tech.
• Familiarity with ISO 26262 automotive safety standards.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a remote, international team.

Responsibilities

• Design automotive electrical architectures and schematics using CAD software.
• Specify and select electrical components, connectors, and wiring harnesses.
• Analyze electrical systems for power, signal integrity, and EMC.
• Collaborate with software to integrate control units.
• Develop and execute test plans in simulation and on prototypes.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex electrical issues during development and validation.
• Ensure designs meet automotive standards and safety requirements.
• Create BOMs, drawings, and technical reports.
• Participate in remote design reviews and technical discussions.
• Support manufacturing with electrical system integration and issue resolution.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Remote collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Altium Designer

EPLAN

SPICE

ANSYS

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly innovative and experienced Remote Automotive Electrical Systems Engineer to join their advanced engineering team. This role focuses on design, development, and integration of electrical and electronic systems for next-generation vehicles.

This fully remote position offers the opportunity to contribute to critical automotive projects from a home office, collaborating with a global leader in the industry. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential.