Senior Automotive Electronics Engineer

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Provident fund

Performance-based incentives

Annual bonus

Canteen subsidies

International collaboration

Job summary

Placements24 in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, seeks a Senior Automotive Electronics Engineer to design, develop and validate ECUs and integrated vehicle electronics. The role covers powertrain control, body electronics, and infotainment with a strong emphasis on embedded systems.

You will lead embedded software development in C/C++, work with CAN/LIN/Ethernet networks, and collaborate across mechanical and software teams to deliver robust, standards-compliant solutions in a hybrid work

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering.
• 7+ years in automotive electronics design.
• Experience in embedded C/C++ programming.
• Strong analog and digital circuit knowledge.
• Experience with CAN/LIN/Ethernet.
• Familiarity with automotive safety standards (ISO 26262) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop automotive electronic circuits and systems, including PCBs and component selection.
• Create detailed schematics and layouts using EDA tools (e.g., Altium Designer, OrCAD).
• Develop and debug embedded software for microcontrollers and microprocessors used in automotive applications.
• Integrate electronic systems with other vehicle components and networks (CAN, LIN, Ethernet).
• Perform design validation and verification through simulation, prototyping, and laboratory testing.
• Collaborate with mechanical engineers and software developers to ensure system compatibility and performance.
• Analyze test results, troubleshoot issues, and implement design improvements.
• Document designs, test procedures, and technical specifications.
• Stay current with emerging trends and technologies in automotive electronics and embedded systems.
• Ensure compliance with automotive quality standards and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Embedded systems design

C/C++ programming

Automotive protocols CAN/LIN/Ethernet

PCB design

ISO 26262 familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Altium Designer

OrCAD

Oscilloscopes

Logic analyzers

Multimeters

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent player in the automotive technology sector, is seeking a highly skilled Senior Automotive Electronics Engineer to join their innovative team in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape. This role is critical for the design, development, and validation of complex electronic control units (ECUs) and integrated electronic systems within vehicles. You will contribute to the advancement of cutting-edge automotive electronics, focusing on areas such as powertrain control, body electronics, and infotainment systems. The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in electrical and electronic engineering principles, coupled with practical experience in automotive embedded systems. This position offers a significant opportunity to contribute to the development of next-generation vehicles and work within a collaborative engineering environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop automotive electronic circuits and systems, including PCBs and component selection.
• Create detailed schematics and layouts using EDA tools (e.g., Altium Designer, OrCAD).
• Develop and debug embedded software for microcontrollers and microprocessors used in automotive applications.
• Integrate electronic systems with other vehicle components and networks (CAN, LIN, FlexRay).
• Perform design validation and verification through simulation, prototyping, and laboratory testing.
• Collaborate with mechanical engineers and software developers to ensure system compatibility and performance.
• Analyze test results, troubleshoot issues, and implement design improvements.
• Document designs, test procedures, and technical specifications.
• Stay current with emerging trends and technologies in automotive electronics and embedded systems.
• Ensure compliance with automotive quality standards and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
• A minimum of 7 years of experience in automotive electronics design and development.
• Proven expertise in embedded systems design, including microcontroller programming (C/C++).
• Strong knowledge of analog and digital circuit design, power electronics, and signal processing.
• Experience with automotive communication protocols (CAN, LIN, Ethernet).
• Proficiency in using electronic test equipment (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, multimeters).
• Experience with PCB design tools and processes.
• Familiarity with automotive functional safety (ISO 26262) is a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid team environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package, comprehensive medical aid, a provident fund, and performance-based incentives.
• Opportunities for professional development, continuous training, and career advancement within a leading automotive company.
• Role based in a modern facility in Port Elizabeth, offering a collaborative and innovative work setting.
• Annual bonus structure.
• Subsidised canteen services.
• Potential for international collaboration.