Heat Pump R&D Engineer - Optimize & Innovate Systems

Panasonic Automotive Systems Europe

Italia

On-site

EUR 42,000 - 63,000

Full time

6 days ago

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High Work-Life Balance

Job summary

Panasonic Automotive Systems Europe is seeking an engineer to design heat pump refrigerant and water circuits, model simulations, and conduct regulatory tests. You will optimize control parameters for efficiency and contribute to eco-friendly product development.

In this role you will work with the R&D team to define specifications and address non-conformities. Ideal candidates have a degree in Energy Engineering or related field, with HVAC office experience and strong Excel/Simulation tool

Qualifications

Degree in Energy Engineering or a related field is preferred.
Strong understanding of HVAC processes, products, and technologies.
Experience in Technical Offices in HVAC is a plus (over 2 years).
Knowledge of refrigerant circuits, thermodynamics, hydraulics, and electronics is desired.
Familiarity with control and measurement instruments, testing and on-board control.
Experience evaluating performance and reliability tests for HVAC products.
Advanced skills in Excel and simulation tools.

Responsibilities

Choose and size components of the heat pump refrigerant circuit and water circuit according to the technical specification / targets.
Define and tune simulation model.
Carry out the tests required by the sector regulations on the products, including data collection and interpretation.
Optimize heat pump control parameters to maximize efficiency within component constraints.
Compensate with alternative components to address procurement issues.
Understand implications of design choices under directives and regulations for eco-friendly design.
Define product specifications with R&D guidance and propose innovative solutions.
Participate in non-conformity analysis and propose resolving interventions.