Power Electronics Hardware Design Engineer

ZAPI; Poviglio; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

ZAPI GROUP in Poviglio, Italy, is seeking a Power Electronics Hardware Design Engineer to join its Hardware and Design team. You will contribute to hardware development from requirements through prototype, qualification, and industrialisation, ensuring compliance with internal standards and customer needs.

The role requires a Master’s in Electronic Engineering, knowledge of power electronics, and experience with SPICE or MATLAB; you will collaborate with Sales and Technical teams, provide

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electronic Engineering or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to hardware development for new products across their lifecycle.

Skills

Power electronics

Hardware design

Simulation tools

Electrical drives

Industry standards

English proficiency

Education

Master's Degree in Electronic Engineering

Tools

SPICE

MATLAB

Job description

ZAPI GROUP has been engineering the transition to an all-electric future and is a global leader in electrification, thanks to its deep expertise in system integration and its highly integrated product portfolio, which includes motion controllers, electric motors, high-frequency battery chargers, and autonomous navigation software for fully electric and hybrid vehicles.

Today, ZAPI GROUP employs more than 1,700 people worldwide, generates annual revenues exceeding USD 700 million, and has a strong international presence with 18 locations across 13 countries, including Italy, Canada, the United States, Germany, Sweden, Switzerland, and China.

For our Group Headquarters, we are looking for a Power Electronics Hardware Design Engineer reporting to the Hardware and Design Manager.

The role actively contributes to the design, verification, and validation of products by performing hardware design and verification activities in accordance with company guidelines. The position also supports the sharing of technical know-how within the department and contributes to its continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Contribute to the hardware development process for new products throughout their entire lifecycle, including requirements definition, prototype development, product qualification for mass production, and subsequent product improvements and modifications.

• Assess the feasibility of customer requirements in collaboration with Sales and Technical teams.
• Prepare and maintain hardware specifications.
• Design electrical and electronic hardware for prototypes in accordance with internal development processes and design standards.
• Define and execute prototype verification activities and laboratory testing.
• Support product validation and industrialization activities.
• Provide technical support to customers.
• Assist in the preparation of product operation and maintenance manuals.
• Support the organization and delivery of technical training courses both onsite and at customer locations.
• Participate in industry exhibitions and trade fairs to maintain technical expertise and market awareness.

Education

Master's Degree in Electronic Engineering.

A final degree grade of 105/110 or above will be considered a preferred qualification.

Technical Skills

• Knowledge of power electronics hardware design principles.
• Familiarity with simulation tools such as SPICE, MATLAB, and similar applications.
• Academic or professional experience in electric drives and power electronics hardware design (e.g. thesis projects, internships or research activities) will be considered an asset.
• Knowledge of relevant industry standards and regulations (preferred).
• Good written and spoken English.

Soft Skills

• Strong design and engineering mindset.
• Teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Problem-solving attitude.
• Proactive approach.

Experience: 0-3 years of experience

Variable Salary: Annual performance bonus linked to company objectives, equivalent to one month's base salary.

Experience: 4-5 years of experience

Variable Salary: Annual performance bonus linked to company objectives, equivalent to one month's base salary.

ZAPI GROUP is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of gender, age, nationality, ethnic origin, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other status protected by applicable law.

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ZAPI GROUP is an equal opportunity employer.