Electrical Design Engineer £38-40K per annum

Electrical Design Engineer

Global Manufacturer

circa £38-40,000+ dep on experience

Working as part of a team the Electrical Design Engineer is responsible for the specification, design, test and validation of both low and high voltage electric vehicle thermal management systems which typically including pumps, power motors, actuators, temperature sensors, motor speed controllers and System ECU controllers.
Review customer specifications and other to determine requirements and/or feasibility for the product.
Designing to the requirements of both customer and regulatory standards including EMC and Environmental.
Participate in DFMEA and DRBFM processes in relation to electrical components and sub-systems.
Designing and 2D drafting of electrical harnesses in line with system requirements
Participate in engineering design reviews as required.
Interact with vendors and customers on engineering design issues. Communicate with suppliers to understand capabilities and ensure cost effective solutions.
Participate in the development of control strategy and control specifications.

Test and Validation support

Creating executing test and validating plans for products and components, documenting the results.
Create validations plans for component validation. Work with customers to develop the system performance to their satisfaction.
Create Gap analysis on customer electrical requirements to identify current non-compliances. Then create a work verification plan to close the issue.
Plan and support external test house compliance tests as per customer/legislative requirements.
Design and build prototype-testing equipment

Specific Qualifications:

Graduate calibre desirable – Ideally having a Degree in a discipline relevant to the role
Design Engineers with an alternative qualification in Electrical Engineering and some relevant experience can be considered for the position. High voltage experience
>5 years’ experience working within a design/development environment.
Specific Knowledge / Skills Competence:
Ability to work in a face paced environment.
Use of the Creo 3D Cad package or similar is a distinct advantage but not essential
Ability to understand/produce technical drawings.
Change management processes (PCN ECN etc…)
Communication skills in all forms including written, oral, email, telephone, and presentations.
Excellent computer skills and competent in developing and using a PC and associated networks and systems to acquire, manipulate and disseminate information.
Proficient with the Microsoft Office suite of software
Knowledge of HVAC systems and Components is a distinct advantage but not essential.
Understanding of CAN and LIN communication protocols