Senior Automotive Electronics Engineer - Hybrid ECUs

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Medical and retirement benefits

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Automotive Electronics Engineer in Sandton, Gauteng, to lead the design, development, and validation of complex automotive electronic systems. You will drive ECU, sensor, and cybersecurity initiatives, ensuring safety and reliability across vehicle platforms.

The role requires 7+ years in automotive electronics, strong microcontroller and EDA tool proficiency, and leadership capabilities to mentor junior engineers in a hybrid work setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering.
• 7+ years of experience in automotive electronics design and development.
• Experience with automotive microcontrollers, embedded systems, and circuit design.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop ECUs, sensors, actuators, and related automotive electronic systems.
• Specify electronic components and ensure compliance with automotive standards.
• Develop and execute validation and testing plans for automotive electronics.
• Troubleshoot electronic hardware and software issues.
• Collaborate with software, mechanical, and system architects.
• Ensure designs meet ISO 26262 and cybersecurity requirements.
• Manage timelines, budgets, and resources for electronics development.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to team expertise.

Skills

Automotive electronics

Microcontrollers

Sensor technologies

Communication networks

Leadership abilities

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Altium Designer

OrCAD

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Senior Automotive Electronics Engineer in Sandton, Gauteng, to lead the design, development, and validation of complex automotive electronic systems. You will drive ECU, sensor, and cybersecurity initiatives, ensuring safety and reliability across vehicle platforms.

The role requires 7+ years in automotive electronics, strong microcontroller and EDA tool proficiency, and leadership capabilities to mentor junior engineers in a hybrid work setting.