Senior Automotive Mechanical Engineer

Placements24

Sandton

Hybrid

ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

Placements24 in Sandton is seeking an experienced Senior Automotive Mechanical Engineer to join our R&D team. You will design, develop, and test mechanical systems for new and existing vehicle platforms, leading projects from concept through to production.

The role emphasizes performance improvements, integration of new automotive technologies, collaboration with electrical engineers and designers, and clear technical reporting.

Qualifications

Master's or PhD degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
8+ years of professional experience as an Automotive Mechanical Engineer.
Proficiency with CAD software (SolidWorks, CATIA) and simulation tools (ANSYS, MATLAB).
Ability to lead engineering projects from concept to production.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and validate mechanical systems and components for automotive applications.
Conduct performance simulations, analysis, and physical testing of engineered parts and systems.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including electrical engineers, designers, and manufacturing specialists.
Prepare detailed technical reports, documentation, and presentations on engineering findings and recommendations.
Troubleshoot and resolve complex mechanical issues encountered during development and testing phases.
Stay abreast of emerging automotive technologies and engineering best practices.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Leadership ability

Education

Master's or PhD in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

CATIA

ANSYS

MATLAB

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and innovative Senior Automotive Mechanical Engineer to join their research and development team based in Sandton . This pivotal role involves designing, developing, and testing mechanical systems and components for new and existing vehicle platforms. You will contribute to projects focused on performance enhancement, efficiency improvements, and the integration of new automotive technologies. The ideal candidate possesses a strong foundation in mechanical engineering principles, a passion for automotive innovation, and the ability to lead complex engineering initiatives in a collaborative R&D environment that pushes the boundaries of automotive design and engineering.

Key Responsibilities

Design, develop, and validate mechanical systems and components for automotive applications.
Conduct performance simulations, analysis, and physical testing of engineered parts and systems.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including electrical engineers, designers, and manufacturing specialists.
Prepare detailed technical reports, documentation, and presentations on engineering findings and recommendations.
Troubleshoot and resolve complex mechanical issues encountered during development and testing phases.
Stay abreast of emerging automotive technologies and engineering best practices.

Requirements

Master's or PhD degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
Significant professional experience (8+ years) as an Automotive Mechanical Engineer .
Expertise in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, CATIA) and simulation tools (e.g., ANSYS, MATLAB).
Strong knowledge of materials science, thermodynamics, and fluid dynamics relevant to automotive systems.
Demonstrated ability to lead engineering projects from concept to production.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

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