Senior Powertrain Engineer — Hybrid, EV/ICE, Mossel Bay

Placements24

Mossel Bay

Hybrid

ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000

Full time

7 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model
Professional development opportunities
Comprehensive medical and retirement
Generous annual leave
relocation assistance may beAvailable

Job summary

Placements24 in Mossel Bay, Western Cape, is seeking a Senior Automotive Powertrain Engineer to lead design, development, calibration and validation of ICE, hybrid and EV powertrains. The role emphasizes performance, efficiency and emissions control, with a hybrid work model balancing on-site collaboration and remote days.

You will analyze powertrain performance, optimize control strategies, oversee testing on dynos and in vehicles, and mentor junior engineers while contributing to

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical/Automotive Engineering.
  • 7+ years in automotive powertrain development.
  • Experience with ICE, hybrid and EV architectures.
  • Proficiency in powertrain simulation software and tools.
  • Hands-on engine/vehicle testing and calibration experience.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

  • Lead design, development, calibration, and validation of ICE, hybrid, and EV powertrains.
  • Conduct performance analysis and optimize control strategies for efficiency and power.
  • Develop and execute testing plans on dynamometers and vehicles.
  • Collaborate with chassis, vehicle integration, and manufacturing engineers.
  • Utilize advanced simulation tools for modeling and performance prediction.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve complex powertrain issues during development and production.
  • Stay current with emerging powertrain technologies and regulations.
  • Mentor junior engineers and share knowledge within the team.
  • Prepare technical reports and present findings to management.

Skills

Powertrain design
GT-SUITE
MATLAB/Simulink
Engine calibration
Hybrid/EV powertrains
Testing & validation
Team collaboration

Education

Mech/Auto Eng degree

Tools

GT-SUITE
MATLAB/Simulink
Dynamometer testing

Job description

Placements24 in Mossel Bay, Western Cape, is seeking a Senior Automotive Powertrain Engineer to lead design, development, calibration and validation of ICE, hybrid and EV powertrains. The role emphasizes performance, efficiency and emissions control, with a hybrid work model balancing on-site collaboration and remote days.

You will analyze powertrain performance, optimize control strategies, oversee testing on dynos and in vehicles, and mentor junior engineers while contributing to

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