Electric Drive & Transmission Systems Development Engineer

Job Description

Role Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated Electric Drive & Transmission Systems Development Engineer to plan develop and execute subsystem-level testing within a world-class engineering development and validation environment. This role is responsible for supporting electric drive and transmission system development through test execution data analysis calibration development and identification of opportunities to improve testing efficiency through automation and data reduction. The successful candidate will also contribute to the transition from traditional lab-based testing to virtual model-based development approaches. This position requires strong technical acumen creativity initiative and independent judgment as well as the ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality engineering solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Support development test units throughout the build process including test setup troubleshooting and validation to ensure test readiness.
• Monitor track and communicate testing progress results risks and issue resolution status to key stakeholders.
• Develop execute and continuously improve first-time-capable test procedures supporting calibration validation and hardware development activities.
• Lead the diagnosis root cause investigation and resolution of issues identified during test setup and execution.
• Actively participate in Product Development Teams (PDTs) collaborating with Technical Experts and cross-functional teams to enhance existing test methods and develop new testing capabilities.
• Develop and utilize automated data analysis and post-processing tools to ensure data quality improve efficiency and support generation of calibrations engineering recommendations and technical reports.
• Create standardize and implement global test procedures best practices and standard work processes.
• Collaborate with facilities technical leads calibration engineers hardware release engineers and other stakeholders to improve testing effectiveness process efficiency and product quality.
• Support virtual development activities through physics-based modeling correlation studies and data analytics initiatives that enable the transition from traditional physical testing to model-based engineering approaches.
• Mentor train and support the development of new engineers fostering technical growth and knowledge sharing across the team.

Required Skills and Experience

• 2-5 years of experience in electric traction motors drive units power electronics transmissions controls calibration or hardware development.
• Strong understanding of electric machine theory and operation drive unit architectures power electronics and transmission systems.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver results in a fast-paced technically challenging environment.
• Strong planning analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and resolve technical issues effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present technical information to diverse audiences.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams build strong peer relationships and work independently when required.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple assignments manage resources effectively and execute with minimal supervision.
• Proficiency in computer applications data acquisition systems and engineering analysis tools.
• Experience applying first-principles engineering analysis physics-based problem solving and/or data analytics techniques.
• Ability to travel as required to support offsite testing and vehicle development activities (less than 15%).

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Experience with industry-standard propulsion development and calibration tools including AVL PUMA IndiCom CAMEO ETAS INCA and MDA.
• Experience supporting electric propulsion system development validation calibration or testing in laboratories vehicles or virtual development environments.
• Knowledge of data analysis test automation and model-based development methodologies.
• Experience with root cause analysis data-driven problem solving and engineering decision-making.
• Familiarity with electric drive systems electric motors power electronics transmissions and propulsion control systems.

Education and Training

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering Electrical Engineering Computer Engineering Computer Science Physics or a related engineering discipline.

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