Senior Automotive Powertrain Engineer — Hybrid/Remote

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybride; ZAR 900 000 - 1 200 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Retirement benefits

Career development

Résumé du poste

Placements24 seeks a highly skilled Automotive Powertrain Engineer in Vereeniging, Gauteng. This hybrid role blends on-site collaboration with remote work, focusing on design, calibration, and testing of internal combustion, hybrid, and electric powertrains.

You will lead performance analysis and apply advanced modeling to optimize efficiency and emissions. The candidate should have 6+ years in powertrain development, a strong grasp of engine technologies, and proficiency with MATLAB/Simulink,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related field.
• Master's degree is a strong plus.
• Minimum of 6 years of progressive experience in automotive powertrain development, design, or calibration.
• Proficiency with powertrain simulation and calibration tools (e.g., MATLAB/Simulink, INCA, ETAS tools).
• Strong understanding of thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, and control systems.
• Experience with vehicle testing and data acquisition systems.

Responsabilités

• Design, develop, and optimize internal combustion engines, hybrid systems, and electric vehicle powertrains.
• Perform complex powertrain performance analysis, simulation, and modeling using industry-standard software (e.g., MATLAB/Simulink, GT-SUITE).
• Develop and execute calibration strategies for ECUs and other powertrain controllers to meet performance, emissions, and drivability targets.
• Conduct validation testing on dynamometers and in vehicles, analyzing results and making necessary adjustments.
• Collaborate with electrical engineers, software developers, and mechanical designers for integration of powertrain components.
• Troubleshoot and resolve powertrain-related issues during development, testing, and production phases.
• Stay abreast of emerging powertrain technologies, industry trends, and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare technical reports, documentation, and presentations on powertrain development activities.
• Contribute to the selection and evaluation of new powertrain components and technologies.
• Ensure all powertrain designs meet stringent safety, reliability, and durability standards.

Connaissances

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering

Master's degree (strong plus)

Outils

MATLAB/Simulink

INCA

ETAS tools

Description du poste

Placements24 seeks a highly skilled Automotive Powertrain Engineer in Vereeniging, Gauteng. This hybrid role blends on-site collaboration with remote work, focusing on design, calibration, and testing of internal combustion, hybrid, and electric powertrains.

You will lead performance analysis and apply advanced modeling to optimize efficiency and emissions. The candidate should have 6+ years in powertrain development, a strong grasp of engine technologies, and proficiency with MATLAB/Simulink,