Senior Automotive Design Engineer - Hybrid & Lead

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Professional development

Competitive salary

Job summary

Placements24 in Bloemfontein is seeking a Senior Automotive Engineer specializing in Mechanical Design to lead the design and development of automotive components from concept to production.

You will drive technical excellence, mentor junior engineers, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and ensure designs meet performance, safety, and cost targets within a hybrid work model. This role offers opportunities to influence product strategy and drive innovations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• 7+ years of experience in automotive mechanical design.
• Expertise in CAD software and advanced engineering simulation tools (FEA/CFD).
• Understanding of material science, manufacturing processes, and automotive standards.
• Proven ability to lead complex design projects from concept to launch.
• Strong communication and hybrid-work experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead the mechanical design and development of automotive components and systems using CAD software (e.g., CATIA, SolidWorks).
• Perform detailed engineering analysis, including FEA and CFD, to validate designs.
• Collaborate with manufacturing engineers to optimize designs for mass production.
• Develop and maintain design documentation, including drawings, specifications, and BOM.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers within the design team.
• Conduct design reviews and participate in project planning and execution to meet program timelines.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Project management

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CATIA

SolidWorks

FEA

CFD

Job description

Placements24 in Bloemfontein is seeking a Senior Automotive Engineer specializing in Mechanical Design to lead the design and development of automotive components from concept to production.

You will drive technical excellence, mentor junior engineers, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and ensure designs meet performance, safety, and cost targets within a hybrid work model. This role offers opportunities to influence product strategy and drive innovations.