Senior Automotive Electrical Systems Architect

Placements24; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 in Mossel Bay, Western Cape, seeks a Senior Automotive Electrical Engineer to lead the design, development, integration and testing of advanced electrical architectures for next‑gen vehicles. The role focuses on infotainment, power management, and connectivity while mentoring junior engineers.

You will shape the electrical future of automobiles in a South African setting, driving innovation, standards compliance and cross‑functional collaboration with mechanical and software teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of progressive experience in automotive electrical systems design and development.
• In‑depth knowledge of automotive electrical architectures, including power electronics, ECUs, and communication networks (CAN, LIN, Ethernet).
• Proficiency with electrical CAD tools (Capital, Zuken E3) and simulation software.
• Experience with automotive diagnostic tools and techniques.
• Strong understanding of functional safety principles (ISO 26262) is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of automotive electrical systems, including wiring harnesses, power distribution, and control modules.
• Specify and select electrical components, ensuring they meet performance, cost, and reliability requirements.
• Develop and execute test plans for electrical systems, including integration testing and validation.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex electrical issues encountered during development and production.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure seamless system integration.
• Create and maintain detailed electrical schematics, documentation, and specifications.
• Mentor and guide junior electrical engineers, providing technical direction and support.
• Stay abreast of emerging automotive electrical technologies, standards, and industry best practices.
• Contribute to defining the future electrical architecture strategy for new vehicle platforms.
• Ensure compliance with relevant automotive standards and regulations (ISO 26262).

Skills

Auto electrical design

Leadership

ISO 26262

CAN/LIN/Ethernet

Electrical CAD

Diagnostics tools

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Capital

Zuken E3

Job description

Placements24 in Mossel Bay, Western Cape, seeks a Senior Automotive Electrical Engineer to lead the design, development, integration and testing of advanced electrical architectures for next‑gen vehicles. The role focuses on infotainment, power management, and connectivity while mentoring junior engineers.

You will shape the electrical future of automobiles in a South African setting, driving innovation, standards compliance and cross‑functional collaboration with mechanical and software teams.