Senior Automotive Performance Engineer - Powertrain

Placements24; Rustenburg; Vor Ort; ZAR 1.200.000 - 1.600.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health insurance

Retirement plan

International travel opportunities

State-of-the-art facilities

Employee discounts

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 in Rustenburg, North West, is seeking an Automotive Performance Engineer to optimize vehicle performance through rigorous testing, data analysis, and design improvements for engines, transmissions, and chassis systems.

The role emphasizes engine dynamometer testing, vehicle testing, and calibration, with a strong focus on powertrain efficiency and drivability. You will collaborate closely with design teams and contribute to cutting-edge automotive projects in the North West region.

Qualifikationen

• Master's degree in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering is required.
• 8+ years of automotive performance engineering experience with a focus on powertrain and dynamics.
• Experience with engine dynamometer testing and vehicle testing.
• Proficiency with data acquisition systems (AVL, dSPACE, Vector).
• Strong communication and presentation skills.

Aufgaben

• Plan, execute, and analyze performance tests on engines, transmissions, and chassis components.
• Develop engine control strategies, calibration, and chassis tuning for drivability.
• Collaborate with design teams to translate performance targets into design changes.
• Benchmark performance and troubleshoot issues to meet targets.
• Prepare technical reports and presentations for management.

Kenntnisse

Powertrain optimization

Vehicle dynamics

Data analysis

Testing expertise

Problem-solving

Ausbildung

Master's degree in Mechanical/Automotive Engineering

Tools

AVL

dSPACE

Vector

Calibration tools

Jobbeschreibung

Placements24 in Rustenburg, North West, is seeking an Automotive Performance Engineer to optimize vehicle performance through rigorous testing, data analysis, and design improvements for engines, transmissions, and chassis systems.

The role emphasizes engine dynamometer testing, vehicle testing, and calibration, with a strong focus on powertrain efficiency and drivability. You will collaborate closely with design teams and contribute to cutting-edge automotive projects in the North West region.