Senior Powertrain Engineer – Hybrid/Remote, Benoni

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 1.200.000 - 1.800.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Retirement planning

Career growth

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 in Benoni, Gauteng, seeks a Senior Automotive Powertrain Engineer to lead design, development, and calibration of ICE, EV, and HEV powertrains, driving efficiency and emissions reductions while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

The role blends on-site work with remote collaboration, requiring strong analytical skills, leadership experience, and a track record in powertrain simulations and dynamometer testing.

Qualifikationen

• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 7 years of progressive experience in automotive powertrain development.
• Knowledge of ICE, EV, or HEV powertrains.
• Proficiency in powertrain simulation tools (GT-SUITE, AVL Concerto, MATLAB/Simulink).
• Experience with dynamometer testing and data analysis.
• Strong understanding of thermodynamics, combustion, and vehicle dynamics.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and project management skills.
• Hybrid work experience and collaborative mindset.

Aufgaben

• Lead design, development, and calibration of powertrain components and systems.
• Conduct performance analysis, simulations, and testing to optimize efficiency and emissions.
• Collaborate with chassis, electrical, and software teams for integration.
• Develop and implement testing strategies for powertrains and vehicles.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex powertrain issues across development stages.
• Prepare design specs, test reports, and validation plans.
• Stay abreast of trends in powertrain tech, fuels, and electrification.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership.
• Ensure compliance with automotive standards and emissions regulations.

Kenntnisse

Powertrain engineering

Analytical problem-solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

Mentoring

Ausbildung

Master's degree in Mechanical/Automotive Engineering

Tools

GT-SUITE

AVL Concerto

MATLAB/Simulink

Jobbeschreibung

Placements24 in Benoni, Gauteng, seeks a Senior Automotive Powertrain Engineer to lead design, development, and calibration of ICE, EV, and HEV powertrains, driving efficiency and emissions reductions while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

The role blends on-site work with remote collaboration, requiring strong analytical skills, leadership experience, and a track record in powertrain simulations and dynamometer testing.