Electrical Design Engineer
Vickerstock is working in partnership with a global leading automotive manufacturer/supplier to assist them with the recruitment of an Electrical Design Engineer.
The company works with some of the biggest and best-known automotive brands within various sectors.
This is a new position due to continued expansion, and you will be an integral member of the design team assisting with upcoming next-generation electric & hybrid technology projects.
Your responsibilities as an Electrical Design Engineer
* Projects will span multiple areas of electrical engineering required to develop all aspects of vehicle suspension, driveline, and powertrain systems for conventional and hybrid-electric vehicles. The role includes training to master new skills specific to vehicle electrification and electrical systems.
* On-site commissioning of electrical systems, prototype hybrid-electric axles and vehicles.
* Determine vehicle propulsion and power distribution requirements and select appropriate components including inverters, motors, power converters, batteries and engines.
* Design high and low-voltage circuits based on customer specifications using 3D or schematic modelling software.
* Design wiring harnesses for conventional and hybrid axle and driveline systems.
* Prepare specifications of electrical systems to ensure that the installation and operations conform to standards and customer requirements.
* Analyse vehicle performance in MATLAB, Simulink, Adams (or equivalent). Calibrate control systems and troubleshoot issues as they arise.
* Develop CAN bus and hardware signalling protocols to communicate with other systems on vehicles.
* Testing and validation of electrical and electronic hardware including axles, controllers, sensors, and actuators.
* Provide integration support and assist customers with queries during vehicle development programmes.
As an Electrical Design Engineer, you should have
* A strong background in electrical and/or electronic engineering with an interest in electro-mechanical systems vehicle engineering.
* Prior experience or education in MATLAB, Simulink, C or C++ along with an understanding of vehicle powertrains would be advantageous.
* A degree in Electrical and/or Electronic Engineering (or significant directly relevant experience) is required.
* Prior experience or education in electrical power systems, power electronics, electric machines, programming, embedded systems and controls.
* The ability to work in Ireland.