Remote Electrical Design Engineer - Automotive Electronics

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Remote work flexibility

Performance bonuses

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Electrical Design Engineer to join its distributed engineering team in South Africa. This fully remote role offers the opportunity to influence automotive electronics, including powertrain control, infotainment, and autonomous driving technologies, from anywhere in the country.

You will drive the complete design lifecycle, from conceptualization and schematic capture to PCB layout, prototyping, testing, and qualification against ISO 26262 and EMC/EMI standards,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in electrical design for automotive electronics.
• Experience designing analog and digital circuits, power management, microcontroller-based systems.
• Proficient with ECAD tools (Altium, Cadence).
• Embedded C/C++ programming and debugging skills.
• Knowledge of automotive protocols (CAN, LIN, Ethernet).
• Familiarity with ISO 26262 functional safety and EMC/EMI testing.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test electrical circuits and systems for automotive applications.
• Create schematics, PCB layouts, and BOMs for ECUs and modules.
• Select and qualify automotive-grade components (AEC-Q).
• Develop firmware/embedded software for MCUs used in automotive systems (C/C++).
• Collaborate remotely with mechanical, software, and systems engineers.
• Conduct design reviews, simulations, and analyses for robustness.
• Perform hardware bring-up, debugging, and prototype testing.
• Ensure designs meet ISO 26262 and EMC/EMI requirements.
• Troubleshoot complex electrical hardware and firmware issues.
• Contribute to process improvements in design methodologies.

Skills

Electrical design

Analytical skills

Remote collaboration

Debugging

Problem solving

Communication

Independence

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Altium Designer

Cadence

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a visionary company at the forefront of automotive electronics innovation, is seeking a talented Remote Electrical Design Engineer to join their distributed engineering team. This fully remote position offers an exceptional opportunity for experienced engineers to contribute to the development of advanced automotive systems, including powertrain control, infotainment, and autonomous driving technologies, from anywhere within South Africa . You will be instrumental in the entire design lifecycle, from conceptualization and schematic capture to PCB layout, prototyping, and testing. If you are passionate about the automotive industry, possess strong electrical design skills, and excel in a remote collaborative environment, this role is ideal for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test electrical circuits and systems for automotive applications.
• Create detailed schematics, PCB layouts, and Bill of Materials (BOMs) for electronic control units (ECUs) and modules.
• Select and qualify electronic components suitable for the automotive environment (e.g., AEC-Q certified).
• Develop firmware/embedded software for microcontrollers used in automotive systems (C/C++).
• Collaborate remotely with cross-functional teams including mechanical engineers, software developers, and systems engineers.
• Conduct design reviews, simulations, and analyses to ensure design robustness and performance.
• Perform hardware bring-up, debugging, and functional testing of prototypes.
• Ensure designs meet stringent automotive standards (e.g., ISO 26262 for functional safety, EMC/EMI requirements).
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex electrical hardware and firmware issues.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of design processes and methodologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in electrical design, with a focus on automotive electronics.
• Proven experience in designing analog and digital circuits, power management, and microcontroller-based systems.
• Proficiency with ECAD tools for schematic capture and PCB layout (e.g., Altium Designer, Cadence).
• Experience with embedded C/C++ programming and debugging tools.
• Knowledge of automotive communication protocols (e.g., CAN, LIN, Ethernet).
• Understanding of functional safety (ISO 26262) principles is a significant advantage.
• Familiarity with EMC/EMI testing and mitigation techniques for automotive applications.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and debugging skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for effective remote collaboration.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet project deadlines in a remote setting.

Benefits

This remote position offers unparalleled flexibility and work-life balance. Our client provides a competitive salary, performance bonuses, and comprehensive health benefits. You will have the opportunity to work on exciting and innovative automotive technologies that are shaping the future of transportation. Continuous learning and professional development opportunities are available. Be part of a global, cutting-edge team driving automotive advancements from your chosen location in South Africa . This role provides the chance to make a significant impact on the automotive electronics landscape.