Job Description SummaryThe Power Electronics Design Engineer is responsible to drive design solutions and implementation for components, complex assemblies and subsystems of the Electrical System for the more electric and hybrid electric propulsion systems; to look after the requirements flow down from the Electrical System to Power Converter Level; to liaise with independent organization or suppliers to provide technical and programmatic guidance on components, complex assemblies and subsystems design, validation and technology accrual plan outlining and execution and to perform, with limited guidance, analysis and evaluation of the third parties’ deliverables compliance with product/program requirements and business standards, practices and procedures.Job Description
Essential Responsibilities
To develop and document electronic and electrical components, complex assemblies and subsystems requirements and designs relevant, but not limited, to electrical DC/DC and DC/AC Power Converters in the tens of kilowatts to hundreds of kilowatt range and related sensors/accessories.
To carry out trade-off and performance analysis and validation studies aiming at drawing the optimal Power Converter architectural solutions.
To support testing and validation activities, based on technology accrual and product development plans, of Power Electronics components up to the final stages of the Electrical System Integration, to assure the operational and functional requirements compliance with product/program requirements.
To liaise with the appointed Avio Aero or GE Aerospace engineering team stakeholders in the execution of the project development, product definition, technology maturation activities.
To contribute to suppliers steering and performance monitoring to ensure the overall Electrical System integration and compliance with the intended functions.
To contribute to the formulation and implementation of plans to achieve technical requirements, schedules and contract commitments.
To contribute to technical and program reviews.
Qualifications / Requirements
Master of Science in Electrical or Electronics Engineering.
Well trained in Electrical Drive Systems and Electrical System Engineering (including sensors).
Experience in Electrical Drive Systems design, including, but not limited to:
electrical components FEM design (reactive filters, etc…)
power converters design (thermal, structural and electromagnetical) and integration
Filters design and selection for a given electromagnetic compatibility environment
power converters testing
lumped parameter derivation from Multiphysics
dynamic modelling for performance analyses
sensors definition, selection and acquisition
mechanical integration
Knowledge of Control System discipline.
Knowledge of different motor/generator technologies (Permanent Magnet, Variable Reluctance, DC Motors etc…).
Work Visa, according to local regulations, is required
Desired Characteristics
Strong team-work & commitment skills.
Proficiency in written and oral English and Italian
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Good Knowledge of Electrical modelling and CAD tools.
What we offer
Smart working and work life-balance
Avio Aero, when possible, promotes remote work and encourages a good, healthy and satisfying work-life balance. We value our employees’ wellbeing; hence we offer a variety of improvement programs aimed to preserve anyone’s psychological safety and daily needs.
Total Rewards
At Avio Aero, we understand the importance of Total Rewards. As a new joiner to Avio Aero we are pleased to offer the following welcome benefit plan:
- Performance related bonuses and local bonus scheme
- Flexible benefits platform
- GE Aviation share plan
- Life and injury insurance
- Private medical cover
- Employee assistant program
- Employee special awards (service and recognition)
- Local special agreements and discounts
- English and languages training for you and one member of your family
- Technical, Leadership and development trainings
Inclusion & Diversity
Avio Aero is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and we are strongly committed to maintain an inclusive and diverse environment. Every employment decision is taken regardless to national or ethnic origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, etc.
We are not all the same. Just be Yourself AvioAero!
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Additional Information
Relocation Assistance Provided: No
