South Africa: Application Engineer (2-Year Contract) – Automotive

REQUIREMENTS South African citizen, residing in Gqeberha area or willing to relocate BSc / BTech / BEng in Mechanical, Electrical or Mechatronics Engineering Minimum 2 years’ relevant experience in an engine management, development or testing related environment OR minimum 2 years’ experience working with SiL/MiL/HiL projects Knowledge of application software, measurements and fault-finding tools (e.g. INCA, DiagRa, ASCMO) Advanced computer literacy – Matlab and/or Python Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Advanced knowledge of engine application and powertrain components Understand the concept of engine testing on test bench Knowledge of project management principles Knowledge of vehicle testing and diagnostics Self-motivation, good time management, data analysis and report writing ability The ability to work and communicate effectively with people at all levels Code 08 Driver’s Licence A working knowledge of the German language will be an advantage Able to travel for extended periods both locally and internationally RESPONSIBILITIES Ensuring the in-house capability of design, development, test, and corrective action on electronic engine management systems used by the group and international legislation requirements Conducting Engine and Transmission Control Unit (ECU & TCU) calibration tasks on test bench, in vehicle and in simulated (virtual) environments Conducting vehicle tests to ensure all VW requirements in terms of engine behaviour and vehicle driveability are met Fault-finding, data analysis and problem resolution of control unit-related topics Completion of Software in the Loop (SiL) projects for the Group, including validation of Mainline SiL-Setups and vECU integration Completion of Model in the Loop (MiL) and Hardware in the Loop (HiL) projects for the Group, related to Powertrain components and systems