Motion Control Systems Engineer

Location: Trondheim
Department: Test & Validation

Do you want to work with testing and optimization of advanced electric motors

At Alva Industries youll get hands-on experience with the next generation of electric drive systems at the intersection of control engineering electronics and system integration.

About the position

As a Motion Control Systems Engineer youll play a key role in testing tuning and validating Alvas electric motors.
You will collaborate closely with both the development team and external customers to ensure precise motor control and high performance in real-world applications.

The role combines hands-on lab testing analysis troubleshooting and automation of test processes. Its a great fit for an electrical mechatronics or automation engineer with 27 years of experience who enjoys practical hands-on work.

Your responsibilities

• Test and tune motor controllers for position speed and torque
• Integrate Alvas motors with third-party drives and customer systems
• Troubleshoot and optimize motor and control systems
• Automate tests and data collection (Python or C#)
• Use lab equipment such as oscilloscopes and power analyzers
• Document results and contribute to test setups and demos

Were looking for someone who

• Has a solid understanding of control theory (PID loop stability)
• Can read electronic schematics and work practically with test and measurement equipment
• Is proficient in Python C# or similar languages for test automation
• Has knowledge of CANOpen EtherCAT or similar communication protocols
• Enjoys working hands-on analytically and across disciplines

Its a plus if you also have

• Experience with Field-Oriented Control (FOC) or tuning of servo/motor controllers
• Knowledge of encoders sensors and power testing
• Experience from lab work prototyping or customer integration

Why Alva Industries

At Alva youll join an ambitious technology environment developing high-precision lightweight electric motors and drive systems.
Youll work with cutting-edge technology modern test equipment and colleagues passionate about innovation performance and quality.

Interested to know more First contact is with our technical recruiting specialist at Codework Ole Bjørn Gartland. He can be reached at phone or email