Remote Automotive Electrical Systems Engineer

Placements24; Richards Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 1,493,000 - 2,322,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Competitive salary

Performance-based bonuses

Access to virtual engineering tools

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Remote Automotive Electrical Systems Engineer to join a global engineering team. You will design, develop, and validate electrical architectures for new vehicle platforms from home, coordinating with international colleagues to ensure performance, reliability, and standards compliance.

The role requires 5+ years in automotive electrical design, expertise in CAN/LIN/Ethernet, and CAD proficiency (Zuken E3.series, VeSys).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or closely related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in automotive electrical system design and development.
• Experience with vehicle electrical architectures including low- and high-voltage systems.
• Proficiency with electrical CAD tools such as Zuken E3.series and Mentor Graphics VeSys.
• Strong understanding of automotive communication protocols (CAN, LIN, Ethernet).
• Experience with simulation and analysis tools for electrical systems.
• Knowledge of automotive standards and regulations.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a remote, collaborative environment.
• Self-motivated with strong organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop vehicle electrical system architectures, including wiring harnesses and power distribution modules.
• Specify and select automotive-grade electronic components ensuring performance, environmental, and cost requirements.
• Perform electrical load analysis, power consumption calculations, and signal integrity assessments.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define electrical requirements and resolve integration issues.
• Develop and maintain electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and documentation using industry tools.
• Conduct simulations and analyses to validate electrical system performance and identify failure modes.
• Support testing and validation of electrical systems, virtually or with test engineers.
• Troubleshoot and resolve electrical system issues during development, testing, or production.
• Stay updated on advancements in automotive electrical technologies and best practices.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of electrical design processes and tools.

Skills

CAN

LIN

Ethernet

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Zuken E3.series

Mentor Graphics VeSys

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a global leader in automotive innovation, is actively seeking a talented and motivated Remote Automotive Electrical Systems Engineer to join their expanding virtual engineering team. This role is perfectly suited for a seasoned professional who thrives in a remote work environment and possesses a deep understanding of vehicle electrical architectures, power distribution, and electronic component integration. You will be instrumental in designing, developing, and validating electrical systems for new vehicle platforms, ensuring optimal performance, reliability, and compliance with industry standards. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking projects from the comfort of your own home, collaborating with a diverse and talented international team. If you are passionate about automotive electrical engineering and excel in a remote setting,

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop vehicle electrical system architectures, including wiring harnesses, power distribution modules, and sensor integration.
• Specify and select automotive-grade electronic components, ensuring compliance with performance, environmental, and cost requirements.
• Perform electrical load analysis, power consumption calculations, and signal integrity assessments.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., hardware, software, mechanical) to define electrical requirements and resolve integration issues.
• Develop and maintain detailed electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and documentation using industry-standard tools (e.g., Zuken E3, Mentor Graphics).
• Conduct simulations and analysis to validate electrical system performance and identify potential failure modes.
• Support the testing and validation of electrical systems, both virtually and potentially through collaboration with test engineers.
• Troubleshoot and resolve electrical system issues identified during development, testing, or production phases.
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in automotive electrical technologies and best practices.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of electrical design processes and tools.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in automotive electrical system design and development.
• Proven experience with vehicle electrical architectures, including low-voltage and high-voltage systems.
• Proficiency in using electrical CAD tools (e.g., Zuken E3.series, Mentor Graphics VeSys).
• Strong understanding of automotive communication protocols (e.g., CAN, LIN, Ethernet).
• Experience with simulation and analysis tools for electrical systems.
• Knowledge of automotive standards and regulations.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a remote, collaborative environment.
• Self-motivated with strong organizational and time management skills.

Benefits

• Fully remote work arrangement offering excellent work-life balance.
• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Opportunity to work on innovative and challenging automotive projects.
• Access to state-of-the-art virtual engineering tools.
• Professional development and continuous learning opportunities.
• Collaborative and supportive global team environment.
• Contribution to the future of automotive electrical systems.