Senior Electronic Engineer (PCBA design and German required)

Eaton Group; Bonn; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car

Pension options

Home-office allowance

Training & development

Job summary

Eaton Group seeks a Senior Electronic Engineer (PBC Design) to join the eMobility Engineering team, based in Bonn or Poland. You will drive hardware design, PCBA development, and safety analyses for EV applications within a global, multidisciplinary team.

The role emphasizes FMEDA/FTA analyses, EMC/EMI compliance, and collaboration with design, manufacturing, and customers to ensure production-ready designs across the entire lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation Engineering, or related field.
• Several years of experience in development of electronic products and drive systems in automotive.
• Knowledge of ISO 26262 Functional Safety and EMI/ EMC.
• Ability to interpret drawings, specifications and customer requirements.
• Good command of English; German is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Investigate production issues, perform root cause analyses and implement corrective actions.
• Develop switching device concepts for EV applications.
• Design hardware and PCBA, considering interconnected functions and dependencies.
• Translate requirements into electronic system solutions and maintain hardware architectures.
• Support software teams in hardware–software interfaces.
• Perform FuSa tasks and contribute to FMEDA/FTA analyses and safety manuals.
• Design PCB layouts compliant with EMC standards and develop test plans.
• Achieve Automotive Safety Integrity Levels (ASIL) per ISO 26262.
• Define system requirements across the V-Model lifecycle.
• Support NPI and product transfers to manufacturing and ramp-up.

Skills

PCBA design

FuSa ISO 26262

EMC testing

Hardware design

V-Model

NPI coordination

Root cause analysis

Education

Bachelors/Masters in Electronics/EE/Mechatronics

Tools

PCB Design Tools

EMC/EMI Testing

Job description

Do you want to work for a global company where promoting gender equality is central to our vision of creating a truly diverse and inclusive business? A company where everyone matters and everyone belongs? Join us and help us deliver energy-efficient solutions that make a real impact. We make what matters work.

Currently we are seeking Senior Electronic Engineer (PBC Design)

The position is part of the eMobility Engineering department in Poland and can be based in Tczew, Poland, or Bonn, Germany. The Electronics Engineer will collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Marketing, and customers to develop product designs, resolve technical issues, and provide guidance on product performance and operation. Success in this role requires a strong technical foundation, attention to detail, and effective teamwork. The Electronics Engineer works closely with experienced engineers, technicians, and global engineering teams to deliver accurate, reliable designs and support. The role covers all stages of the product development lifecycle—from concept to series production as part of a global, dynamic, multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilties:

• Investigate production failures, non-conformances, and customer-reported issues, conducting root cause analyses and implementing corrective actions. Evaluate and implement engineering changes, ensuring proper documentation and a smooth transition into production.
• Develop new switching device concepts for use in electric vehicle (EV) applications.
• Design hardware while considering a wide range of interconnected functions and existing dependencies with other electrical and electromechanical product components.
• Translate external and internal requirements (e.g., technical specifications) into electronic system solutions consisting of multiple units and assemblies. Create and maintain hardware architectures for electronic assemblies and modules.
• Support software development teams in defining hardware-software interfaces.
• Perform Functional Safety (FuSa) tasks, contribute to FMEDA and FTA analyses, and prepare Safety Manuals.
• Design PCB layouts and hardware units in compliance with relevant EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility) standards. Develop EMC and EE test plans and implement required corrective actions in the event of test failures.
• Develop hardware solutions to achieve the required Automotive Safety Integrity Levels (ASIL) in accordance with ISO 26262.
• Define system requirements and take ownership of related elements throughout the entire V-Model development process in compliance with ISO 26262.
• Support new product introductions (NPI) and product transfers from design to manufacturing.
• Partner with the New Product Introduction (NPI) and Project Engineering teams during product development and launch phases to ensure manufacturability and production readiness.
• Support pilot builds, product validation, process qualification, and production ramp-up activities for new projects.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation Engineering, or a related field.
• Several years of professional experience in the development of electronic products and drive systems within the automotive industry.
• Basic understanding of automotive systems and components.
• Experience in PCBA design and knowledge of final product testing.
• Experience with root cause analysis and continuous improvement methodologies, as well as electronics design for EMI/EMC compliance.
• Knowledge of Functional Safety in accordance with ISO 26262.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and customer requirements.
• Good command of English; German language skills are an advantage.

Our offer:

• Challenging tasks in a dynamic environment where you can quickly take on responsibility and actively contribute.
• Responsible, varied, and independent work with direct customer contact.
• A structured and thorough onboarding process within an established team where personal commitment and mutual support come first.
• Attractive employment conditions and the professional opportunities of a large corporation, including targeted training, extensive development prospects, and interesting career opportunities.
• An attractive, performance-based, market-competitive salary, a neutral company car also available for private use, and numerous additional compensation and
• benefits, including pension options, capital-forming benefits, increased annual leave, and a home-office equipment allowance.
• Become part of a global company whose mission is to improve quality of life and the environment through the use of sustainable power management technologies and services.
• Flexible working hours.
• Professional support with work-related and personal matters, as well as support in balancing work, family, and private life through flexible working arrangements and family-friendly HR policies.
• Strong processes and state-of-the-art systems and tools.
• The opportunity to be part of a company with more than 100 years of history, a strong reputation in the industry, and a major impact on the energy sector.
• Work for a company committed to inclusion, diversity, and sustainability.
• We act ethically. We are passionate, accountable, efficient, and transparent. We are always learning.

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