Senior Automotive Powertrain Controls Engineer

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonus structure

Remote work with home office support

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Professional growth and learning

Flexible working hours

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Automotive Powertrain Controls Engineer to join a fully remote engineering team. You will design, develop, and calibrate control strategies for ICE, hybrid, and EV systems, leveraging MATLAB/Simulink and Stateflow to validate algorithms and perform system-level integration.

The role offers high autonomy, mentorship responsibilities, and exposure to cutting-edge propulsion technologies while collaborating with cross-functional teams in a remote environment.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 7+ years in automotive powertrain controls development and calibration.
• Strong knowledge of engine control strategies, fuel injection, ignition timing, and emissions control.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and calibrate powertrain control strategies for ICE, hybrid, and EV systems.
• Use MATLAB/Simulink to create and validate control algorithms.
• Perform system-level integration and testing of powertrain control software.
• Analyze test data to identify calibration opportunities and resolve issues.
• Develop and maintain software requirements and specifications for powertrain ECUs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in a remote setting.
• Troubleshoot and debug powertrain control system issues.
• Contribute to future powertrain control architectures and technologies.
• Mentor junior engineers and share best practices.
• Stay current with industry trends and advancements in powertrain control and electrification.

Skills

Powertrain controls

Model-based development

Remote collaboration

Communication

Leadership

Education

Master's degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

Stateflow

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an accomplished Senior Automotive Powertrain Controls Engineer to join their innovative, fully remote engineering team. This role is pivotal in the development and calibration of sophisticated powertrain control systems for next-generation vehicles. You will leverage your extensive expertise in engine and transmission control strategies, model-based development, and calibration techniques to optimize performance, emissions, and fuel economy. As a remote-first organization, we provide the tools and environment necessary for you to excel from your home office, fostering collaboration through advanced digital platforms. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of internal combustion engines, electric/hybrid powertrains, and their associated control software. You will be instrumental in driving the technological advancements that define the future of automotive propulsion, contributing significantly to our client's commitment to innovation and sustainability. This position offers a high degree of autonomy and the chance to lead key projects in a challenging and rewarding field.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and calibrate powertrain control strategies for internal combustion engines, hybrid, and electric vehicle systems.
• Utilize model-based development tools (e.g., MATLAB/Simulink) to create and validate control algorithms.
• Perform system-level integration and testing of powertrain control software.
• Analyze vehicle and dynamometer test data to identify calibration opportunities and resolve issues.
• Develop and maintain software requirements and specifications for powertrain ECUs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (software, hardware, vehicle integration) in a remote setting.
• Troubleshoot and debug powertrain control system issues, providing effective solutions.
• Contribute to the definition of future powertrain control architectures and technologies.
• Mentor junior engineers and share best practices within the team.
• Stay current with industry trends and advancements in powertrain control and electrification.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in automotive powertrain controls development and calibration.
• Proven expertise in engine control strategies, fuel injection, ignition timing, and emissions control.
• Extensive experience with model-based development tools such as MATLAB/Simulink and Stateflow.
• Proficiency in C programming for embedded systems.
• Strong understanding of hybrid and electric vehicle powertrains and control systems.
• Experience with vehicle communication protocols (CAN, UDS).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and data analysis skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and effectively in a fully remote environment.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance bonus structure.
• Fully remote work arrangement with home office support.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Opportunities for professional growth and continuous learning.
• Be part of pioneering advancements in automotive propulsion technology.
• Flexible working hours.