Senior Power Electronics Engineer
Eaton is looking for a Lead Engineer to join a corporate research
department.
About the project:
This position will contribute to research and development in the field of
power electronics and drive technology advancement in the areas of solid state
circuit breaking, resonant converters, solid state transformers and electric
drives. Main applications of our technologies are in electrification of
transport, energy conversion and storage, alternative power generation and
distribution. We are looking for candidates who like to push the limits and are
not afraid of reach mega-watt power range.
Eaton Research Labs department is focused on development of new technologies
for future Eaton products. We define, evaluate and test novel concepts for a
multitude of industrial and transport applications. Together with your
colleagues from different technology fields and from various countries, you will
be the pioneer of new tech, products and opportunites for the entire corporate.
You will join a group of experienced engineers and utilize your technical
excellence to lead projects towards innovative solutions through simulations,
design, development and testing of power circuits.
Job profile:
The Lead Engineer will create emerging power conversion & power system
solutions based on breakthrough technologies for industrial, automotive, truck,
and aerospace applications. The team works on state-of-the-art electronics and
identifies and develops commercialization opportunities with diverse Eaton
businesses.
Main responsibilities:
- Lead power electronics research, design and development activities
at TRL1–5
- Demonstrate ownership for the assigned projects and task
- Perform modeling, simulation, PE and PCB design and validation of
electronics circuits
- Collect and analyze data to optimize designs to meet performance, size,
manufacturability, reliability or costs targets
- Collaborate with mechanical, thermal, and firmware engineers to successfully
design and validate the design
- Create technical reports and presentations for both internal and external
stakeholders
- Support team and work with external contributors (business divisions,
universities and customers)
- Develop test cell facilities and related hardware
We would like you to bring:
- Msc. in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
- Minimum 5 years of experience in R&D – power electronics and
electronics design (DC/DC converters)
- Modeling and simulation (Matlab, Plecs, Altium, Eagle, Spice)
- Strong understanding of circuit theory, containing power electronics (solid
state circuit breaking)
- Experience in designing cutting-edge electronics (SiC, GaN
(silicone-carbide, gallium nitride)
- Ability to demonstrate problem solving using logic and methods to tackle
diverse problems
What can you expect from us?
- International team of professionals, opportunity to learn new
technologies
- Focus on technology and innovation
- Roomy offices, excellent canteen, table tennis, cycling and sport friendly
environment
- Annual bonus, office hours flexibility, private pension scheme contribution
and other benefits
- Flexible working hours
What Eaton offers:
- Challenging projects in dynamic collaborative team, worldwide spread of
contacts and projects.
- Excellent working environment – safety and ethics is important
for us.
- Culture & Values – Eaton is more than the products we invent and
produce – the way we do business is just as important. At Eaton, our values
and culture define who we are – both individually and as an organization –
and direct our activities every day.
- Green company targeting carbon neutrality in its operations by 2030.
The Eaton European Innovation Center (EEIC) offers an exciting and engaging
environment for creative engineers who are looking for great learning,
advancement and technology leadership opportunities in a broad range of
technological fields and in a highly diverse team of researchers and
engineers.
With almost 200 employees we are a vibrant fast-growing Engineering and
Innovation Center for electrical, green energy, vehicle, and aerospace
applications for the region focus on businesses in Europe, Middle East &
Africa.