Technical Lead Engineer - Automotive

Fempower
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Full-time
Posted 2 months ago
Full-time Engineering
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Lead the engineering integration of vehicle accessory systems, ensuring products are designed, validated, and released to meet customer, quality, cost, and timing requirements. This role serves as the technical lead for vehicle integration projects while managing and developing an engineering team. Qualifications & Experience: Bachelor's Degree in Mechatronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent Minimum 8 years' experience in automotive engineering Proven track record of delivering automotive product development projects from concept to production Technical Skills: Strong knowledge of automotive development processes: SOR, DFMEA\/PFMEA, DVPR, PPAP, APQP, and Engineering Change Management Experience with vehicle electrical architecture and CAN communication Proficiency in CAD software, preferably Siemens NX Strong experience working with customers, suppliers, and cross-functional engineering teams Key Responsibilities: Lead, mentor, and develop a team of engineers Manage engineering resources, KPIs, workloads, and project delivery Lead vehicle accessory integration projects involving wiring harnesses, sensors, electronic modules, and related components Review and approve engineering designs and technical documentation Drive problem-solving and root cause analysis using 8D methodology Ensure compliance with automotive development processes, including SOR, DFMEA\/PFMEA, DVPR, PPAP, APQP, and Engineering Change Management Coordinate activities across Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Purchasing, Suppliers, and Customers Oversee product development from concept through production, including CAD models, BOMs, prototypes, and manufacturing documentation Support RFQ reviews, technical scoping, and quotation development Analyse vehicle electrical systems, CAN networks, and electrical architecture Drive cost-reduction initiatives and supplier performance management Travel as required to support project activities

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Job details
Job TypeFull-time
LocationDurban, KwaZulu-Natal
CategoryEngineering
Posted14 August 2026
Closing Date12 November 2026
Fempower
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal

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