Senior Automotive Electronics Hardware Engineer (Remote)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Remote-first environment

Professional development

Global team collaboration

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Automotive Electronics Hardware Engineer for a remote-first role in automotive hardware design. You will design analog and digital circuits, perform PCB layouts, and validate hardware for control modules, sensors, and interfaces.

Lead hardware validation, work with firmware and system teams, and ensure compliance with automotive qualification standards. This remote position offers global collaboration and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required in Electrical/Electronics Engineering or related field.
• Experience in automotive electronics hardware design and development.

Responsibilities

• Design analog and digital circuits for automotive applications.
• Create schematic diagrams and PCB layouts for complex modules.
• Select components considering performance, cost, reliability and automotive requirements.
• Conduct hardware validation tests including functional, environmental and EMC testing.
• Troubleshoot hardware issues and implement design modifications.
• Collaborate with firmware and system engineers for hardware-software integration.
• Prepare hardware design documentation and test reports.
• Stay updated on automotive electronics trends and standards.
• Mentor junior hardware engineers and share best practices.

Skills

Analog circuit design

Digital circuit design

PCB layout

Hardware validation

Automotive qualification standards

CAN/LIN protocols

Embedded hardware architectures

Microcontroller-based systems

Problem solving

Remote collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering

Tools

Altium Designer

Cadence Allegro

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a pioneering automotive technology company, is seeking a highly accomplished Senior Automotive Electronics Hardware Engineer to join their fully remote team. This role is crucial for the design, development, and validation of robust electronic hardware for advanced automotive applications, including control modules, sensors, and communication interfaces. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in analog and digital circuit design, PCB layout, hardware validation, and automotive qualification standards. Working in a remote-first environment, you will collaborate with global teams to deliver innovative and reliable hardware solutions for next-generation vehicles. This is an outstanding opportunity to contribute to the forefront of automotive electronics innovation while enjoying the flexibility of remote work.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop analog and digital electronic circuits for automotive applications.
• Create schematic diagrams and perform PCB layout for complex electronic modules.
• Select appropriate electronic components considering performance, cost, reliability, and automotive qualification requirements.
• Conduct hardware validation testing, including functional, environmental, and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) testing.
• Troubleshoot hardware issues, identify root causes, and implement effective design modifications.
• Collaborate with firmware engineers to ensure seamless hardware-software integration.
• Work closely with system engineers and other cross-functional teams in a distributed, remote setting.
• Prepare detailed hardware design documentation, test reports, and specifications.
• Stay abreast of the latest trends in automotive electronics, semiconductor technology, and industry standards.
• Mentor junior hardware engineers and contribute to best practices in hardware design and validation.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related field.
• Extensive experience in automotive electronics hardware design and development.
• Proficiency in schematic capture and PCB layout tools (e.g., Altium Designer, Cadence Allegro).
• Strong understanding of analog circuit design, power electronics, and digital logic.
• Experience with microcontroller-based systems and embedded hardware architectures.
• Knowledge of automotive communication protocols (e.g., CAN, LIN) and their hardware interfaces.
• Familiarity with automotive qualification standards (e.g., AEC-Q100, ISO 26262).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and debugging skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities, essential for remote collaboration.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Full remote work flexibility, enabling a work-life balance.
• Opportunity to innovate with advanced automotive electronics.
• Access to cutting-edge design and simulation tools.
• Support for professional development and continuous learning.
• Collaborative and dynamic global team environment.