Senior Automotive Electronics Design Engineer

Our client, a leading innovator in automotive technology, is seeking a Senior Automotive Electronics Design Engineer to join their advanced engineering team in
** Durban, Kwa Zulu-Natal, ZA**. This hybrid role offers the flexibility to blend on-site collaboration with remote work, contributing to the design and development of state-of-the-art electronic systems for next-generation vehicles. You will be instrumental in conceptualizing, designing, and testing electronic hardware solutions for various automotive applications, including powertrain control, advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS), and in-vehicle networking. We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced engineer with a strong background in analog and digital circuit design, power electronics, and automotive-specific requirements.

Your expertise will be vital in ensuring the performance, reliability, and safety of our vehicle's electronic components.

• Design and develop electronic hardware for automotive applications, including schematic capture, PCB layout, and component selection.
• Perform circuit simulations and analysis to ensure design integrity and performance.
• Develop and execute hardware validation test plans, including functional testing, performance testing, and environmental testing.
• Collaborate with system engineers, software engineers, and mechanical engineers to define electronic requirements and specifications.
• Troubleshoot and debug hardware issues throughout the development cycle.
• Ensure designs comply with automotive standards (e.g., AEC-Q100) and relevant regulations.
• Work with manufacturing teams to ensure seamless product integration and production.
• Stay current with the latest advancements in automotive electronics technology and design tools.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in automotive electronics design.
• Proficiency in schematic capture and PCB layout tools (e.g., Altium Designer, Cadence Allegro).
• Strong knowledge of analog and digital circuit design, power electronics, and microcontrollers.
• Experience with automotive communication protocols (e.g., CAN, LIN, Ethernet).
• Understanding of automotive quality standards and processes (e.g., APQP, PPAP).
• Experience with hardware debugging tools (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers).
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment, collaborating both in-person and remotely.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

• Our client offers a competitive salary, performance-based incentives, comprehensive health and retirement benefits, and opportunities for professional development.
• This hybrid role provides the advantage of working from our advanced
  ** Durban, Kwa Zulu-Natal, ZA
  ** facility while maintaining a degree of remote work flexibility.