Senior Powertrain Engineer - Heavy Duty / Off-Road Vehicles Job Details | Career - avl.com

AVL; Valladolid; Presencial; EUR 55.000 - 75.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading mobility technology company in Valladolid is seeking a Senior Powertrain Engineer. The role involves designing and developing mechanical and electrical systems for heavy-duty off-road vehicles. Candidates should have extensive experience in powertrain system development, leadership capabilities, and strong technical knowledge in hybrid architectures. Fluency in Spanish and English is essential, and frequent travel may be required. Join an international team dedicated to innovation in the automotive sector.

Formación

• 5-10 years of experience in powertrain system development or similar automotive technologies.
• Deep knowledge of hybrid powertrain architectures.
• Experience managing engineering projects and multidisciplinary teams.
• Technical knowledge in electronic systems architecture and engine calibration.
• Fluency in Spanish and English.

Responsabilidades

• Design and develop mechanical and electrical systems.
• Model and simulate systems for performance validation.
• Integrate systems and analyze impact of changes.
• Manage technical suppliers and adapt international components.
• Collaborate on hybridization systems projects.

Conocimientos

Strategic thinking

Problem-solving

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Leadership capabilities

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Herramientas

SIEMENS NX

CATIA

ANSYS MECHANICAL

NASTRAN

FLOTHERM

FLO EFD

ESATAN

CRUISE M

EXCITE M

Descripción del empleo

AVL Iberica offers a job in Spain (ES) as

Senior Powertrain Engineer - Heavy Duty / Off-Road Vehicles

Do you want to be part of a strategic project in the defense sector, working on the development of advanced technological solutions? We are looking for engineers with experience in design, integration, and simulation of complex systems, eager to take on challenges in highly demanding and confidential environments. In this role, you will contribute to conceptual and detailed design, requirements definition, subsystem integration, and functional validation, playing a key role in creating innovative platforms for critical applications.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design and development of mechanical and electrical systems, including:
  • Engine and transmission (gearbox).
  • Thermal management and cabin climate control (optimizing engine cooling and cabin comfort).
  • Electric machines and propulsion systems.
  • Vehicle dynamics and steering (control architecture and steering systems).
• System modeling and simulation to validate performance and optimize functionality.
• System integration: analyzing the impact of changes on the overall architecture.
• Technical supplier management: evaluating international components and adapting them to national suppliers.
• Collaboration on hybridization systems and electronic architecture projects.

YOUR PROFILE:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronic, or Automotive Engineering.
• Minimum of 5-10 years of experience in powertrain system development or similar automotive technologies, with focus on electrified powertrains.
• Deep knowledge of hybrid powertrain architectures, including electric motor and battery integration.
• Experience in managing engineering projects and multidisciplinary teams.
• Technical experience in electronic systems architecture, engine calibration, software, and product design.
• Ability to manage economic aspects (CAPEX, OPEX, PRF evolution).
• Familiarity with tools such as SIEMENS NX, CATIA, ANSYS MECHANICAL, NASTRAN, FLOTHERM, FLO EFD, ESATAN, CRUISE M, EXCITE M.
• Previous experience in defense will be valued.
• High level of Spanish and English.

Key Skills:

• Strong strategic thinking and leadership capabilities.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a results-driven mindset.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a multicultural and dynamic environment.

Additional Information:

• Frequent national and international travel may be required.
• Candidates should be open to professional mobility and collaboration with international teams.

ABOUT AVL IBERICA

AVL Iberica is responsible for the Spanish, Mexican and Portuguese markets. It is formed by an international team that develops cutting‑edge mobility technology in the fields of internal combustion engine, e‑mobility, hydrogen, autonomous and connected driving, software and simulation, applied to all propulsion systems. We are committed to delivering excellence in the development, simulation, testing and integration of propulsion systems, with all the experience of the AVL group in a local, personalized way and with a close technical service.