About the opportunity:

• Ensuring the in-house capability of design, development, test, and corrective action on electronic engine management systems used by clients group Africa, to clients Group and international legislation requirements.
• Conducting Engine & Transmission Control Unit (ECU & TCU) calibration tasks on test bench and in vehicle.
• Conducting vehicle tests to ensure all clients requirements in terms of engine behaviour and vehicle driveability is met.
• Supporting component engineers, engine and vehicle durability test engineers and prototype build on ECU related topics.
• Interfacing with ECU/TCU Suppliers and clients Group Counterparts (Germany,  Brazil, Seat, Skoda).
• Fault-finding, data analysis and problem resolution of control unit related topics.

About you:

• BSc / BTech / BEng in Mechanical, Electrical or Mechatronics Engineering.
• Minimum 1 year relevant experience in an engine management, development or testing related environment.
• Knowledge of application software (e.g. INCA), measurements and fault-finding tools.
• Computer literacy – MS Office, Matlab.
• Familiarity with emission control systems and legislation.
• Basic Knowledge of fuel properties and their effects on engine operation.
• 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, report writing and presentation ability.
• The ability to write technical reports and conduct technical presentations.
• The ability to work and communicate effectively with people at all levels.
• Code 08 Drivers Licence.
• A working knowledge of the German and/or Portuguese language will be an advantage.
• Able to travel for extended periods both locally and internationally.