Junior R&D Power Electronics Engineer

Sécheron Hasler Group; Comunidad de Madrid; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

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Job summary

Sécheron Hasler Group in Madrid is seeking a Junior R&D Power Electronics Engineer to design and industrialize high-power converters and to contribute to innovative railway and renewable energy projects. You will model converters, specify components, and support testing, with a focus on quality and compliance.

Fluency in English and Spanish and a proactive mindset are valued for cross-functional teamwork and daily collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Power Electronics or related field.
• Knowledge of IGBT-based VSC and LCC is a plus.
• Experience with MATLAB/SIMULINK and PSIM.
• Fluent in English and Spanish; good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and industrialize AC/DC, DC-DC and DC/AC converters in 1–10MW, 500–1500Vdc ranges.
• Model Voltage Source and Line Commutated Converters.
• Specify components (IGBT, cooling, magnetics); harmonics, filters and PF.
• Verify compliance with specifications and standards.
• Coordinate protections, validation and testing.
• Prepare converter testing documentation.
• Analyze customer specifications.
• Prepare offers and cost calculations.
• Provide technical leadership in projects and support PM.

Skills

Power Electronics

Converter control

IGBT VSC

MATLAB/SIMULINK

PSIM

Problem solving

Communication

English

Spanish

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor degree in Power Electronics Engineering

Tools

PSIM

Job description

Sécheron Hasler Group continues the Swiss tradition of more than 140 years in the field of railway technology. We are one of the world's leading suppliers of electrical and electronic safety components and solutions and traction power supply systems for the railway industry, and also offer solutions for renewable energies, DC networks and other industrial systems. The name Sécheron Hasler Group is synonymous worldwide with Swiss quality and represents a leading reference for state-of-the-art products supplied to the market.

With more than 1300 employees worldwide, we are where our customers are, supplying approved products in our customers' countries or markets and providing supply chain and customer services locally.

For our office in Madrid, we are currently looking for a Junior R&D Power Electronics Engineer.

Main tasks

• Design and industrialization of AC/DC. DC-DC and DC/AC converters in the range of 1-10MW and 500-1500Vdc.
• Modelling of Voltage Source and Line Commutated Converters.
• Specification of components (IGBT, cooling systems, magnetics) DC & AC Harmonics calculation, filter design, power factor compensation.
• Verification of compliance with specifications and standards.
• Coordination of protections, validation, and testing.
• Preparation of converter testing documentation.
• Analysis of customer specifications.
• Offer preparation and cost calculation.
• Technical leadership in customer project execution and support to project management department.

• Bachelor degree in Power Electronics Engineering or related field.
• Understanding of functional characteristics of Power Electronics and knowledge of control for converters.
• Knowledge in IGBT-based Voltage source Converters (VSC).
• Knowledge of Thyristor-based Line Commutation Converters (LCC) is a plus.
• Knowledge of simulation tools like MATLAB/SIMULINK, PSIM, etc.
• A positive attitude, initiative, proactiveness and an enthusiasm and passion for power electronics, and renewable energy.
• Demonstrable success in achieving customer milestones and exceeding quality expectation.
• Good problem solving with minimum supervision and solution building skills.
• Good communication skills to team, peers, and management.
• Good communication skills in English and Spanish.

We have flat hierarchies and direct communication between departments and management levels is encouraged. This allows us to make decisions quickly.

We give our employees full responsibility for their work tasks. All employees are encouraged to take initiative and contribute to the operational excellence of the company, and have ample opportunities to achieve their personal and professional growth goals.

The Sécheron Hasler Group is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes candidates from all backgrounds.

We look forward to receiving your application.