Senior Automotive Body Electronics Engineer

Placements24; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Paid time off

Professional development

Travel opportunities

State-of-the-art tools

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Senior Automotive Body Electronics Engineer to join our client’s team in Polokwane. You will design, develop, integrate, and test BCMs, lighting, climate control, and security systems for vehicle bodies, ensuring reliability and automotive standards compliance.

You will work with embedded systems, microcontrollers (ARM, PIC), and CAN/LIN/FlexRay networks, collaborating with suppliers and remote teams to deliver high-quality solutions that enhance comfort,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering.
• 5+ years in automotive body electronics design.
• Experience with CAN/LIN/FlexRay.
• Knowledge of ISO 26262 and EMC.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electronic hardware and software for BCMs.
• Integrate body electronic systems, including lighting and sensors.
• Develop control algorithms for body electronic functions.
• Collaborate with suppliers to define component specs.
• Perform system-level integration testing and vehicle validation.
• Troubleshoot hardware and software issues in body control systems.
• Ensure compliance with EMC and ISO 26262.
• Create and maintain technical documentation and test reports.
• Stay updated on new automotive body electronics technologies.

Skills

Embedded systems

ARM microcontrollers

CAN/LIN/FlexRay

Schematic design

PCB layout

ISO 26262

Automotive software development

Debugging skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Electronics Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Automotive Body Electronics Engineer to join their dedicated team. This role focuses on the design, development, integration, and testing of sophisticated electronic systems within the vehicle body, including lighting, power windows, seats, climate control, and security systems. You will be responsible for ensuring these systems are reliable, efficient, and meet stringent automotive standards. The position requires a strong understanding of embedded systems, microcontrollers, sensor integration, and communication protocols relevant to body electronics. While this role is office-based, collaboration with remote engineering teams will be a key aspect. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem-solver with a passion for automotive innovation and a proven track record in body electronics development. You will contribute significantly to the comfort, safety, and user experience of our client's vehicles.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop electronic hardware and software for automotive body control modules (BCMs).
• Integrate and test various body electronic systems, including lighting, sensors, actuators, and user interfaces.
• Develop and implement control algorithms for body electronic functions.
• Collaborate with internal and external suppliers to define component specifications and ensure timely delivery.
• Perform system-level integration testing and vehicle validation for body electronics.
• Troubleshoot and resolve hardware and software issues related to body control systems.
• Ensure compliance with automotive standards, including electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) and functional safety (ISO 26262).
• Create and maintain technical documentation, schematics, and test reports.
• Stay updated on new technologies and trends in automotive body electronics.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in automotive body electronics design and development.
• Strong knowledge of embedded systems, microcontrollers (e.g., ARM, PIC), and related peripherals.
• Experience with automotive communication protocols such as CAN, LIN, and FlexRay.
• Proficiency in schematic design and PCB layout tools.
• Familiarity with functional safety (ISO 26262) and EMC requirements.
• Experience with automotive software development and debugging tools.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and debugging skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Experience with automotive lighting or HMI systems is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package with performance incentives.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and holiday schedule.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• Be part of a team developing state-of-the-art automotive features.
• Collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Access to advanced engineering tools and facilities.
• Potential for international travel for supplier meetings or project collaboration.