Electromagnetics R&D Engineer for High-Power EVs

Nexteer Automotive

Auburn Hills (MI)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 140,000

Full time

5 hours ago
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Job summary

Nexteer Automotive seeks an Electromagnetic Engineer to advance high power/torque density electric motor systems for vehicle electrification. You will model, analyze, and verify electromagnetics across motors, actuators and sensors, coordinating with multiple teams to drive the technology roadmap from research through production.

The role emphasizes multidisciplinary electrical engineering expertise, system-level thinking, and leadership in cross-functional projects with travel between Auburn

Qualifications

  • Advanced knowledge of brushless machines (PM, SRM, IM)
  • Experience with electromagnetic FEA, modeling, sizing, calibration
  • Experience in electric machines, inverters, and battery systems for vehicle use
  • Strong computing/math skills, and familiarity with simulation tools
  • Background in automotive engineering and chassis systems
  • Excellent problem-solving and organizational skills

Responsibilities

  • Perform electromagnetic analysis, modeling and design of electric machines and sensors.
  • Test and validate motors and sensors against system requirements.
  • Improve loss minimization and NVH performance.
  • Develop system and subsystem specifications and ensure traceability.
  • Coordinate cross-functional projects on electric motors with teams.
  • Enforce technology development process from research to production.
  • Calibrate and validate motor requirements and diagnose deficiencies.
  • Integrate design aspects across disciplines.
  • Stay updated on electric motor tech trends.
  • Provide technical leadership for complex electromechanical systems.
  • Travel between Auburn Hills and Saginaw facilities.

Skills

PM and SRM knowledge
EM/FEA modeling
Electric machines design
Power electronics familiarity
Motor sensing subsystems
Engineering communication
Multidisciplinary teamwork
MS Office

Education

PhD in Electrical Engineering
Master's in EE with 5 years experience

Tools

FEA software
Scripting languages

Job description

Nexteer Automotive seeks an Electromagnetic Engineer to advance high power/torque density electric motor systems for vehicle electrification. You will model, analyze, and verify electromagnetics across motors, actuators and sensors, coordinating with multiple teams to drive the technology roadmap from research through production.

The role emphasizes multidisciplinary electrical engineering expertise, system-level thinking, and leadership in cross-functional projects with travel between Auburn

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