Lead Automotive Electrical Engineer
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Our client, a cutting-edge automotive technology firm, is seeking an innovative Lead Automotive Electrical Engineer to spearhead their electrical systems development in Cape Town.
Key Responsibilities- Lead the design and development of automotive electrical systems, from concept to production, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
- Manage and mentor a team of electrical engineers, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Define system requirements, architecture, and specifications for electrical components and subsystems.
- Oversee the integration of electrical systems, including power distribution, sensor networks, actuators, and control modules.
- Develop and execute test plans for electrical systems, including simulation, hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing, and vehicle-level validation.
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex electrical issues encountered during development, testing, and production phases.
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including mechanical engineering, software development, and product management.
- Stay abreast of emerging automotive electrical technologies, trends, and best practices.
- Prepare technical reports, documentation, and presentations for management and project stakeholders.
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in automotive electrical systems engineering, with at least 2 years in a leadership or lead role.
- Extensive knowledge of automotive electrical architectures, CAN/LIN/Ethernet communication protocols, and power electronics.
- Experience with Battery Management Systems (BMS) and high-voltage systems is highly desirable.
- Proficiency in schematic capture and PCB layout tools (e.g., Altium, Cadence).
- Strong understanding of embedded systems and microcontrollers.
- Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate engineering teams.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate technical concepts to diverse audiences.
- Familiarity with automotive standards such as ISO 26262 (Functional Safety) is a plus.
- Highly competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Opportunity to work on groundbreaking automotive technologies in Cape Town.
- Access to advanced training programs and professional development.
- Generous paid time off and holidays.
- Retirement savings plan with company matching.
- A dynamic and inclusive work environment that values innovation and collaboration.
- Potential for international travel for conferences and supplier meetings.
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cape town, western cape, South Africa Placements24 Full-timePlacements24 seeks a Lead Automotive Electrical Engineer in Cape Town to drive advanced electrical systems development for automotive applications. You will lead a team, define architecture and ensure production readiness while maintaining regulatory compliance. You will work with CAN/LIN/Ethernet, BMS and high-voltage systems, and collaborate closely with...
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