Electrical Machines Design Engineer

turntide-careers; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Turntide Technologies in the UK is seeking an Electrical Machines Design Engineer to lead the design and development of advanced mechanical systems from concept through production, leveraging onsite manufacturing and testing facilities.

You will apply electromagnetics, motor physics and thermal modelling to optimise radial and axial flux machines, performing FEA and collaborating with mechanical, manufacturing and control teams to deliver detailed design reports and documentation.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering (2:2) required; Masters/PhD desirable.
• Strong understanding of electromagnetics and motor physics.
• Experience with thermal analysis and high‑fidelity simulations.
• Ability to interpret test data and relate to simulations.

Responsibilities

• Support design and optimisation of radial and axial flux machines.
• Conduct thermal analysis to enhance cooling and reliability.
• Perform electromagnetic, thermal and structural FEA.
• Support drawings, prototypes, testing and validation across phases.
• Collaborate with mechanical, manufacturing and control teams.
• Develop design reports, specifications, and documentation.
• Explore new materials and cooling concepts; engage with suppliers.
• Assist with project planning, budgeting, and technical delivery.
• Support product team with market insights and customer needs.

Skills

Electromagnetics

Motor physics

Thermal behaviour

Analytical ability

Communication skills

Multi-disciplinary teamwork

Technical documentation

Education

Electrical Engineering degree (2:2)

Masters or PhD desirable

Tools

Ansys Maxwell

Ansys Mechanical

Siemens

JMag

MotorCAD

Job description

Turntide Technologies designs and manufactures best-in-class electric motors, power electronics, energy storage, and thermal equipment for all things that move.

Our mission is to accelerate the world's transition to sustainable energy by providing innovative and efficient solutions for a cleaner future.

Turntide Technologies operates in North America, Canada, the UK, and India and serves customers in global markets and industries including off highway automotive, commercial vehicles, rail, marine, light vehicles, commercial buildings, and premium automotive. For more information, visit turntide.com.

Job Overview

As an Electrical Machines Design Engineer, you will lead the design and development of cutting‑edge mechanical systems that push the boundaries of performance, reliability and innovation. If you thrive on solving complex engineering challenges, enjoy hands‑on development, and bring creativity and strong engineering judgement to your work, this role will be an excellent fit. You’ll influence products from clean‑sheet concept through to production, working in an environment with onsite manufacturing and test facilities. You’ll have advanced tools and autonomy to deliver meaningful impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the design and optimisation of both the radial and the axial flux electric machines, including topology selection, sizing, optimisation and performance prediction
• Conduct thermal analysis to ensure the motor performance, reliability and cooling efficiency
• Perform electromagnetic, thermal and structural FEA using industry standard tools
• Support drawing creation, prototype builds, testing and validation activities through multiple development phases
• Work closely with mechanical, manufacturing and control teams to ensure seamless integration produce detailed design reports, specifications, and technical documentation
• Support research into new materials, motor concepts and advance cooling concepts, and manufacturing improvements
• Identify the opportunities to enhance motor performance, cost, manufacturability and efficiency
• Involvement in the creation of project plans, with input to technical delivery, time plans and budgeting
• Supporting the Quality department in investigations and inspection activities as well as assisting with improvements to company processes/procedures including manufacturing
• Supporting the product team with the development of market analyses and gaining insights into customer needs.

The Requirements

• Strong understanding of electromagnetics, electric motor physics, and thermal behaviour.
• Proficiency with finite‑element analysis tools such as Ansys Maxwell, Ansys Mechanical, Siemens, JMag, and MotorCAD.
• Ability to interpret test data and correlate findings with simulation results.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively within a multi‑disciplinary team and manage multiple projects concurrently.
• Ability to create technical documentation and presentations.

Qualifications

• A degree (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering at a minimum of 2:2 classification is required. A Masters or PhD in a relevant discipline is desirable.
• Relevant experience could also be considered.

Bonus Points

• Experience in electromagnetic motor design
• Experience with Axial flux machines
• Experience in high volume manufacturing
• Directly relevant design experience
• Experience working within a manufacturing environment
• Proven experience in electric motor design, ideally high-performance, high-power density motors
• Experience with prototype build phases or within a manufacturing environment
• Experience working with and managing external suppliers
• Understanding of power electronics and motor control fundamentals
• Experience with Failure mode analysis
• Experience with DFMEA

Turntide Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.