Electrical System Architect

Techster; Göteborgs kommun; On-site; SEK 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Techster in Gothenburg, Sweden, seeks an experienced Electrical System Architect to lead the design of electrical and electronic systems for hybrid and fully electric drivetrains, including drive units and inverters.

You will collaborate across functions to ensure scalable, safe architectures that meet ISO 26262 and cybersecurity standards, and you will drive the industrialization of electrical systems from concept to production readiness.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electrical/Automotive engineering.
• Proven track record in automotive electrical system architecture.
• Deep knowledge of inverter/ECU design and AUTOSAR/ISO26262.

Responsibilities

• Define and develop system architecture for hybrid and electric powertrain solutions.
• Define tailored requirements for our product portfolio, interpret and adapt customer requirements for new products.
• Oversee integration and scalability of electrical systems, ensuring seamless interaction between subsystems and ECUs.
• Collaborate with component owners for ECUs, Inverters and other critical hardware to align design specifications with system-level requirements.
• Ensure compliance with automotive safety and performance standards, including ISO 26262 and cybersecurity regulations.
• Tackle technical challenges such as communication network design, EMC impact, and topology optimization for the electrical system.
• Drive industrialization of electrical systems from initial concept to production readiness.
• Act as the central technical expert for electrical architecture in communications with suppliers and internal stakeholders.

Skills

Electrical System Architecture

Inverter Design

ECU Design

AUTOSAR

ISO 26262

Education

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's degree in Automotive Engineering

Tools

EMC Analysis Tools

ECU Development Tools

Cybersecurity Standards (ISO21434)

Job description

Electrical System Architect – Join Us in Driving Sustainable Mobility!

Help us power the future of transportation with cutting-edge innovation!

We are on the lookout for a talented Electrical System Architect to join our Electronics & Software group. This is a fantastic opportunity to take on a pivotal role in shaping robust electrical architecture for our products, spanning hybrid and fully electric powertrain solutions.

As part of a highly skilled and top-performing in-house team, you will be instrumental in delivering world-class powertrain systems that revolutionize sustainable mobility.

About the Role

As Electrical System Architect, you will lead the strategic design and development of electrical and electronic systems for our products. With a comprehensive scope encompassing hybrid engine control systems all the way to fully electric drivetrains – including functionalities like Electrical Drive Units and inverters – you will be at the forefront of technological innovation.

Your responsibility is to ensure that our system architecture is designed with scalability, performance, and safety in mind while adhering to industry standards. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams from different parts of the company and impact the strategical decision forward.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and develop system architecture for electrical and electronic systems, spanning hybrid and electric powertrain solutions.
• Define tailored requirements for our product portfolio, interpret and adapt customer requirements for new products.
• Oversee integration and scalability of electrical systems, ensuring seamless interaction between subsystems and ECUs.
• Collaborate with component owners for ECUs, Inverters and other critical hardware to align design specifications with system-level requirements.
• Ensure compliance with automotive safety and performance standards, including ISO 26262 and cybersecurity regulations.
• Tackle technical challenges such as communication network design, EMC impact, and topology optimization for the electrical system.
• Drive industrialization of electrical systems from initial concept to production readiness.
• Act as the central technical expert for electrical architecture in communications with suppliers and internal stakeholders.

Your Profile

Are you ready to take ownership of visionary and sustainable system designs? We believe you are a highly skilled and innovative engineer with strong leadership qualities and the ability to see both the big picture and the technical details.

Requirements

• A Master’s degree or equivalent in Electrical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven track record in defining and developing electrical system architecture within the automotive industry.
• Extensive knowledge of Inverter design, ECU design, communication protocols, and relevant industry standards such as AUTOSAR, ISO 26262, and Cyber Security (ISO21434) regulations.
• Deep technical understanding of EMC challenges, load balancing, and signal interactions within vehicles.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with component owners and systems experts while driving integration across hardware and software disciplines.
• Experience with Volvo Cars, AB Volvo, or Geely Group companies is highly meritorious.
• Strong problem-solving skills paired with a proactive and structured approach to managing complex requirements.