Vehicle Electrification Systems Engineer
Peterborough (PE1) – Hybrid (3 days on site / 2 days WFH)
Initial 12 Month Contract – likely to extend for the right person!
37 hour a week, 08:30-16:45 Mon-Thurs, 08:40-16:15 on a Friday
Up to £28.65 per hour PAYE / Up to £38.50 per hour via Umbrella contract
Our client is a Fortune 100 world leader in the design, manufacture and support of machines for the construction industry and a world class range of engines. We’re looking for a Vehicle Electrification Systems Engineer to join their team responsible for the development integrated hybrid and/or electric powertrain systems.
This offers the opportunity to work on cutting edge HV (>60V) and LV (12/24V) electrical systems, working at the leading edge of our client’s fast-paced development of alternative powertrain technology! So If this sounds like something you’re skilled in and would enjoy doing, please read on to find out more…
What will the Vehicle Electrification Systems Engineer do?
- Work with other teams to gather and develop requirements for RED (Rapid Electrification Development) prototype machines and in-flight hybrid powertrain development programmes
- Design and development of the HV (>60V) and LV (12/24V) electrical systems, for these projects, in alignment with IEC 60204-1
- HV (>60V) and LV (12/24V) electrical schematic development
- Identification and allocation of appropriate ECM I/O to support the HV (>60V) and LV (12/24V) systems requirements
- HV (>60V) PDU (Power Distribution Unit) concept development and design including component selection (contactors, fuses, current sensors, connectors etc)
- Creation of HV (>60V) PDU validation schedule and activities
- Participation in electrical system FMEAs, documenting potential failure modes, identifying and completing design and validation actions and managing subsequent updates
- Computer systems you’ll use: Office, CAD packages, Circuit analysis such as Plecs.
What skills and experience will the Vehicle Electrification Systems Engineer need?
- 2 years+ background in hybrid and electrification powertrain technologies.
- Experience of systems integration, testing + validation of electric powertrain systems & components
- Knowledge of systems FMEA and validation plan creation
- Strong technical background - ideally a degree in mechanical, electronic, electrical, control systems or automotive engineering. Will consider experience a HNC or experience in lieu of this
- Ability to understand and develop customer requirements and objectives for the design and development of hybrid and electric powertrain
- Excellent communications skills and a strong customer focus
To apply, please submit a copy of your up to date CV clearly indicating your relevant experience. Applicants must have an existing right to work in the UK and evidence of eligibility will be required. Suitable candidates will be contacted.
The above represents a summary of the contract assignment. A full description of this contract assignment is available. A full explanation of this rate and all deductions will be explained in a key information document (KID) supplied to registered candidates.
