Senior Automotive Powertrain Integration Engineer

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus potential

Health insurance

Retirement plan

International assignments

Access to testing facilities

Paid time off

Collaborative environment in East Land

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Senior Automotive Powertrain Integration Engineer to join our East London engineering team. The role centers on seamless integration of powertrain systems into vehicle platforms to optimise performance, efficiency, and drivability, working with global teams, suppliers and manufacturing to bring advanced powertrain solutions to market.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering, a Master's preferred, and minimum 7

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related field.
• A Master's degree is preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in automotive powertrain development, with a strong focus on integration engineering.
• Proven experience in integrating internal combustion engines, hybrid systems, or electric vehicle powertrains.
• In-depth understanding of powertrain components, including engine calibration, transmission control, battery management, and electric motors.
• Familiarity with vehicle architectures and their impact on powertrain integration.
• Experience with systems engineering principles and methodologies.
• Proficiency in using engineering analysis tools and simulation software.
• Strong project management and leadership skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional and global team environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the integration of powertrain systems, including engines, transmissions, electric motors, batteries, and power electronics, into vehicle platforms.
• Define powertrain integration requirements and specifications based on vehicle performance targets, regulatory compliance, and market needs.
• Develop and manage detailed integration plans, schedules, and resource allocation.
• Collaborate with powertrain design, chassis, electrical, and software teams to ensure successful system integration.
• Oversee the development of mounting, actuation, exhaust, fuel, cooling, and electrical interfaces for the powertrain.
• Conduct system-level testing and validation of the integrated powertrain, interpreting results and driving issue resolution.
• Manage supplier relationships and technical deliverables for powertrain integration components.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant emissions, safety, and regulatory standards.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex integration issues during development, testing, and production phases.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance on powertrain integration challenges.

Skills

Powertrain integration

Project management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Automotive Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Engineering analysis tools

Simulation software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is a world-renowned automotive manufacturer committed to delivering exceptional vehicle performance and cutting-edge technology. We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Automotive Powertrain Integration Engineer to join our dynamic engineering team in East London, Eastern Cape . This critical role will focus on the seamless integration of powertrain systems (engine, transmission, hybrid/electric components) into vehicle platforms, ensuring optimal performance, efficiency, and drivability. You will collaborate closely with global engineering teams, suppliers, and manufacturing to bring advanced powertrain solutions to market. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development of next-generation vehicles and shape the future of automotive mobility. We foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement, providing ample opportunities for professional growth and development. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of powertrain systems and vehicle integration methodologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the integration of powertrain systems, including engines, transmissions, electric motors, batteries, and power electronics, into vehicle platforms.
• Define powertrain integration requirements and specifications based on vehicle performance targets, regulatory compliance, and market needs.
• Develop and manage detailed integration plans, schedules, and resource allocation.
• Collaborate with powertrain design, chassis, electrical, and software teams to ensure successful system integration.
• Oversee the development of mounting, actuation, exhaust, fuel, cooling, and electrical interfaces for the powertrain.
• Conduct system-level testing and validation of the integrated powertrain, interpreting results and driving issue resolution.
• Manage supplier relationships and technical deliverables for powertrain integration components.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant emissions, safety, and regulatory standards.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex integration issues during development, testing, and production phases.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance on powertrain integration challenges.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related field.
• A Master's degree is preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in automotive powertrain development, with a strong focus on integration engineering.
• Proven experience in integrating internal combustion engines, hybrid systems, or electric vehicle powertrains.
• In-depth understanding of powertrain components, including engine calibration, transmission control, battery management, and electric motors.
• Familiarity with vehicle architectures and their impact on powertrain integration.
• Experience with systems engineering principles and methodologies.
• Proficiency in using engineering analysis tools and simulation software.
• Strong project management and leadership skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional and global team environment.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and annual bonus potential.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Generous retirement plan with company contributions.
• Opportunities for career advancement and international assignments.
• Access to advanced testing facilities and cutting-edge vehicle platforms.
• Paid time off and company-sponsored events.
• A stimulating and collaborative work environment in East London .