Senior Automotive NVH Engineer

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Retirement benefits

Professional development

Access to advanced NVH facilities

Job summary

Placements24 in Kimberley, Northern Cape, seeks a Senior Automotive NVH Engineer to lead NVH analysis and testing across powertrain, chassis, and body systems. You will design simulation studies, run experiments, and drive NVH improvements with cross-functional teams.

The role emphasizes acoustics expertise, data-driven problem solving, and mentoring junior engineers. The position requires 7+ years in automotive NVH, strong proficiency in ANSYS/NASTRAN, and hands-on measurement skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Acoustics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in automotive NVH engineering.
• Proven expertise in NVH simulation software (e.g., ANSYS, NASTRAN, STAR-CD).
• Hands-on experience with NVH measurement equipment and techniques.
• Strong understanding of acoustics, vibration theory, and vehicle dynamics.
• Proficiency in data acquisition and analysis tools (e.g., LMS Test.Lab, MATLAB).
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct NVH analysis using simulation tools (e.g., FEM, BEM, Modal Analysis) for components and full vehicle systems.
• Develop and execute experimental NVH testing plans, including component and vehicle level validation.
• Diagnose and resolve NVH issues through data analysis and problem-solving techniques.
• Collaborate with design and engineering teams to implement NVH mitigation strategies.
• Define NVH performance targets and specifications for new vehicle programs.
• Develop and maintain NVH test equipment and procedures.
• Stay current with the latest NVH technologies, tools, and industry best practices.
• Prepare technical reports and present findings to management and cross-functional teams.
• Mentor junior NVH engineers and support their technical development.

Skills

NVH analysis

Experiment planning

Data analysis

Team collaboration

Technical communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Acoustics, or related field

Tools

ANSYS

NASTRAN

STAR-CD

LMS Test.Lab

MATLAB

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a skilled Senior Automotive NVH (Noise, Vibration, and Harshness) Engineer to join their advanced engineering center in Kimberley, Northern Cape . This role is critical for ensuring vehicles meet stringent NVH performance targets, contributing significantly to overall vehicle refinement and customer satisfaction. You will be involved in the design, analysis, testing, and troubleshooting of NVH characteristics across various vehicle systems, including powertrain, chassis, and body structures. This position requires a deep understanding of acoustics, vibration analysis, and automotive systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct NVH analysis using simulation tools (e.g., FEM, BEM, Modal Analysis) for components and full vehicle systems.
• Develop and execute experimental NVH testing plans, including component and vehicle level validation.
• Diagnose and resolve NVH issues through data analysis and problem-solving techniques.
• Collaborate with design and engineering teams to implement NVH mitigation strategies.
• Define NVH performance targets and specifications for new vehicle programs.
• Develop and maintain NVH test equipment and procedures.
• Stay current with the latest NVH technologies, tools, and industry best practices.
• Prepare technical reports and present findings to management and cross-functional teams.
• Mentor junior NVH engineers and support their technical development.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Acoustics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in automotive NVH engineering.
• Proven expertise in NVH simulation software (e.g., ANSYS, NASTRAN, STAR-CD).
• Hands-on experience with NVH measurement equipment and techniques.
• Strong understanding of acoustics, vibration theory, and vehicle dynamics.
• Proficiency in data acquisition and analysis tools (e.g., LMS Test.Lab, MATLAB).
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance incentives.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge vehicle development projects.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Professional development and training programs.
• Access to advanced NVH testing facilities.
• A culture that values innovation and engineering excellence.