Electrical Design Engineer – Power Electronics Equipment

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This position reports to:

Engineering Manager

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Your role and responsibilities:

In this role, you will help develop electrical systems and power electronic solutions for traction applications. Collaborating with colleagues and experts locally and across our global organization, you will contribute throughout the entire product lifecycle, from concept and design to testing, validation, and implementation. Your technical skills and ideas will help us develop reliable and sustainable solutions, continuously improve the way we work, and contribute to a profitable and sustainable business

The work model for the role is: #Li-hybrid

You will be mainly accountable for:

• Developing and designing electrical systems and power electronic solutions for demanding traction applications.
• Selecting and specifying electrical components and ensuring their optimal integration into products.
• Creating and maintaining electrical schematics as well as technical, design, and manufacturing documentation.
• Supporting the testing, validation, and commissioning of new products and solutions.
• Collaborating closely with Engineering, R&D, Purchasing, and Portfolio Management teams, providing technical knowledge throughout the product development process.
• Supporting customers and internal stakeholders in technical discussions and the development of effective solutions.
• Contributing to continuous improvement by contributing ideas, challenging existing approaches, and enhancing products, processes, and ways of working.

Qualifications for the role:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics, Automation, Electronics, or a related field.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in electrical system design, power electronics, or related engineering areas.
• Knowledge of electrical schematics and technical documentation, including their development and maintenance.
• Good understanding of power electronics, electrical drives, and power supply technologies.
• Good analytical thinking and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to work on your own while effectively collaborating with global, cross-functional teams.
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken.
• A self-motivated, improvement-oriented attitude with a focus on innovation and continuous development.

Nice to have:

• Experience with Zuken E3, EPLAN, or comparable ECAD tools.
• Knowledge of railway technology, rail vehicles, or traction applications.
• Understanding of rail vehicle architecture and electrical systems.
  

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