Senior Powertrain Architect — Remote & Impactful Leadership

Placements24; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 1.800.000 - 3.000.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Remote work

Bonuses potential

Health, retirement, and insurance

Professional development budget

Global brand exposure

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking a Principal Automotive Powertrain Specialist to join a world-class engineering division in a fully remote capacity. You will define technical strategy, lead complex challenges, mentor engineers, and influence product roadmaps for ICE and electric/hybrid powertrains.

The role requires an advanced degree and 10+ years in automotive powertrain design with leadership experience; extensive knowledge of powertrain simulation tools is essential.

Qualifikationen

• Master's or PhD in Mechanical/Automotive Engineering.
• 10+ years in automotive powertrain design and integration.
• Experience with engine design, hybrids and electric powertrains.

Aufgaben

• Lead conceptualization and development of powertrain technologies and architectures.
• Oversee design, simulation, testing, and validation of powertrain components.
• Provide expert technical guidance and mentorship to powertrain teams.
• Define and drive development strategies aligned with business goals and trends.
• Analyze performance data to identify efficiency and emissions improvements.
• Collaborate with R&D, vehicle integration and manufacturing teams.
• Stay updated on electrification, alternative fuels, and combustion strategies.
• Represent the company in technical forums and industry groups.
• Ensure compliance with global regulations and emissions standards.

Kenntnisse

Powertrain design

Hybrid systems

Electric powertrains

Leadership

Analytical skills

Ausbildung

Master's or PhD in Mechanical/Automotive Engineering

Tools

GT-SUITE

AMESim

MATLAB/Simulink

Jobbeschreibung

Placements24 is seeking a Principal Automotive Powertrain Specialist to join a world-class engineering division in a fully remote capacity. You will define technical strategy, lead complex challenges, mentor engineers, and influence product roadmaps for ICE and electric/hybrid powertrains.

The role requires an advanced degree and 10+ years in automotive powertrain design with leadership experience; extensive knowledge of powertrain simulation tools is essential.