Power Electronics Engineer

Company Description

Shaping the Future of Automotive Engineering

Applus+ IDIADA is a global leader in automotive engineering, offering a dynamic and rewarding career opportunity for professionals passionate about shaping the future of mobility. As a TOP Employer certified company with over 3500 professionals from more than 24 countries, we provide a diverse and inclusive work environment that fosters innovation and growth, with colleagues from over 55 nationalities contributing to safer, more efficient, and sustainable vehicles.

Why join us?

Enjoy a highly flexible hybrid work model in a company that cares about employee wellbeing, offering benefits such as subsidized canteen, free language courses, transport, and coaching services.

Join a company committed to sustainability and push yourself to reach your full potential in a dynamic, innovative, and expertise-valuing environment.

Come & join us on the road to success.

Responsibilities

Job Description

1. Support the construction of a new testing set-up stand for inverter testing.
2. Support testing of power electronics components (DC/DC, OBC).
3. Manage and organize the test samples.
4. Understand the correct test configuration and instrumentation.
5. Understand and apply the test procedure.
6. Support tests at vehicle level for high power charging.
7. Understand high-power charging strategies from a power electronics perspective.

Qualifications

Background:

1. Passion for the automotive field, electric vehicles, and technical curiosity (EV/HEVs, vehicle architecture, semiconductor trends).
2. Knowledge of environmental and electric test standards like LV124 or VW80000.
3. Background in inverter control: FOC and DTC.
4. Passion for power electronics and energy conversion applications (DC/DC, OBC & inverters).
5. Experience with CAN communication and tools: VECTOR, CANoe, INCA.
6. Simulation skills using Matlab/Simulink.
7. Analytic and repair skills - problem solver.
8. Empathy, team spirit, proactive attitude, and high assertiveness.
9. Goal-driven, results-oriented, with strong service orientation.
10. Willingness to work in an international, multicultural environment.

Mobility

Valid B1 driving license for on-site mobility.

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.

Communication

1. Fluent English (useful for daily collaboration).
2. Spanish (written and spoken).

Additional Information

Applus IDIADA is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We don’t put limits on you, so don’t put limits on yourself either. There is a place for everyone.