Senior Automotive Powertrain Engineer — Lead & Innovate

Placements24; Midrand; Hybrid; ZAR 900.000 - 1.500.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 seeks a Senior Automotive Mechanical Engineer in Midrand, Gauteng to lead powertrain development and optimization across ICE, electric and hybrid systems. Your work will drive next-gen mobility through innovative engine and drivetrain solutions.

You will mentor engineers, validate performance under diverse conditions, and shape long-term technology roadmaps while collaborating with electrical, software, and manufacturing teams.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 7+ years of automotive powertrain engineering experience.
• Expertise in internal combustion engines, electric motors, battery systems, and hybrid architectures.
• Proficiency with CAD/CAE tools (CATIA, SolidWorks, ANSYS, MATLAB/Simulink).
• Strong grounding in thermodynamics, fluid dynamics and vibrations.
• Experience with dynamometer testing and data acquisition.
• Analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.
• Familiarity with automotive safety standards and emissions regulations.

Aufgaben

• Lead the design, simulation, and testing of powertrain components and systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate powertrain solutions.
• Conduct performance analysis and validation of powertrain systems under various conditions.
• Develop and implement robust testing procedures to meet industry standards and targets.
• Troubleshoot powertrain performance, efficiency, and emissions challenges.
• Stay abreast of emerging trends and technologies in automotive powertrain development.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance to the team.
• Contribute to long-term technology roadmaps for powertrain development.

Kenntnisse

Powertrain engineering

CATIA

SolidWorks

ANSYS

MATLAB/Simulink

Thermodynamics

Data analysis

Emissions knowledge

Ausbildung

Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CATIA

SolidWorks

ANSYS

MATLAB/Simulink

Jobbeschreibung

Placements24 seeks a Senior Automotive Mechanical Engineer in Midrand, Gauteng to lead powertrain development and optimization across ICE, electric and hybrid systems. Your work will drive next-gen mobility through innovative engine and drivetrain solutions.

You will mentor engineers, validate performance under diverse conditions, and shape long-term technology roadmaps while collaborating with electrical, software, and manufacturing teams.