Electrical & Electronic Engineer

Gerrell & Hard Ltd.; Nuneaton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the United Kingdom is seeking an exceptional engineer to design and develop electrical and electronic systems for active wheel alignment technologies. The successful candidate will lead electric motor design, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and have a strong background in electronic system development. Candidates should have at least 2 years of experience, relevant educational qualifications, and proficiency with essential tools. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic environment focused on breakthrough technologies.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience working in electronic system development, including electric motor design.
• Understanding of the automotive sector and integration of electronic systems in vehicles.
• Ability to complete tasks with minimal guidance and work under pressure to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical and electronic systems for automotive applications.
• Lead all aspects of electric motor design including requirements generation and concept design.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with stakeholders to ensure project success.

Skills

Altium

MotorCAD

Python

Matlab

AutoCAD

Simulink

Education

Bachelor’s (Hons) or Master’s Degree in Electrical, Electronic or Mechatronic Engineering

Tools

Ansys Maxwell

CAN bus

Job description

We are seeking a dynamic, driven and exceptional engineer to work on breakthrough technologies in vehicle dynamics.

Innovation will be at the core of everything you do. You will play a pivotal role in the design and development of electrical and electronic systems for active wheel alignment technologies.

You will work closely with our suppliers, customers, and partners, and assist with the electrical installation, testing and evaluation of products.

Practical skills are essential. You will also execute testing and evaluation projects in laboratory and workshop settings, and contribute to future R&D topics that advance portfolio of products and capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical and electronic systems for automotive applications, including electric motors and controllers.
• Lead all aspects of electric motor design, including requirements generation, concept design, 3D modelling, electromagnetic and thermal simulation, prototyping and optimisation (essential).
• Design PCBs and controllers for motors and other electronic systems (some capability essential).
• Develop and tune basic control software for electric motors and other electronic systems, including model-based PID tuning via Simulink (highly desirable).
• Support installation, calibration and maintenance of electrical systems in prototype and test vehicles.
• Develop and manage a supplier network to meet technical requirements and project goals.
• Design systems that meet automotive standards and ensure seamless integration with whole-vehicle designs.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with stakeholders to ensure project success.

THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL

• A Bachelor’s (Hons) or Master’s Degree in Electrical, Electronic or Mechatronic Engineering, or similar.
• At least 2 years of experience working in electronic system development, including electric motor design.
• Proficiency with essential tools such as Altium (or similar), MotorCAD or Ansys Maxwell (or similar), Python, Matlab and AutoCAD.
• Some experience with Simulink and CAN bus preferred.
• Expertise in LV electrical architecture (e.g. PCB design), as well as relevant software packages.
• Understanding of the automotive sector and how electronic systems are integrated in vehicles.
• Ability to complete tasks with minimal guidance and work under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Show a "customer first" approach, with strong communication skills to develop relationships and achieve results.