Senior Automotive Systems Engineer — Remote-First Leader

Placements24; Midrand; Hybrid; ZAR 1,100,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Flexible working hours

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Automotive Systems Engineer to lead the design, integration, and validation of complex automotive systems in a remote-friendly role across South Africa.

You will collaborate with global engineering teams, drive projects from concept to production, and ensure compliance with safety and cybersecurity standards while leveraging your expertise in CAN, LIN, Ethernet, and systems tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead the architectural design and integration of advanced automotive electronic systems, including powertrain, infotainment, and ADAS components.
• Develop and maintain detailed system specifications, requirements, and interface definitions.
• Oversee the validation and verification of system performance through simulation, testing, and analysis, ensuring compliance with automotive standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including hardware, software, and mechanical engineers, to resolve complex technical challenges.
• Mentor junior engineers, conduct technical reviews, and contribute to the continuous improvement of engineering processes and best practices.
• Stay abreast of emerging automotive technologies and industry trends to propose innovative solutions.

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Automotive Systems Engineer to lead the design, integration, and validation of complex automotive systems in a remote-friendly role across South Africa.

You will collaborate with global engineering teams, drive projects from concept to production, and ensure compliance with safety and cybersecurity standards while leveraging your expertise in CAN, LIN, Ethernet, and systems tools.