Optamor Royal Leamington Spa, England, United Kingdom
Forseven, a revolutionary company is looking to transform the EV industry through cutting-edge technology and innovative engineering practices, are seeking a
Project Engineer – Power Electronics
to join our highly skilled and dynamic
Vehicle Electrification Team.
This role will be reporting into the Engineering Manager – Powertrain. The role will operate in a hybrid capacity out of our offices in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire where the successful candidate will have the opportunity to work alongside some of the most visionary minds in the automotive field. As part of a high performing engineering team, this role will focus on Power Electronics Systems project engineering, specification and integration of high voltage, electronic components into the overall vehicle architecture (e.g. body, chassis, and powertrain systems). Systems include DCDC Converters, On Board Chargers, Inverters and HV junction boxes. What you will do: Perform the role of in-house expert for these systems. Alongside the subject matter expert, document and maintain a development roadmap with focus on features related to weight, efficiency, performance and integration with the charging infrastructure and associated systems. Review and analyse product specifications and identify areas of optimisation and improvement. Work with stakeholders, within and external to Gordon Murray, in order to identify solutions, projects and milestones that will contribute to the success of the vehicle programme. Management of technical deliverables, project plans and open issues decks for assigned systems to support on time delivery to the vehicle programme. Realisation of the vehicle features using a combination of carry-over, modified and new components in collaboration with the Body, Chassis and Powertrain function groups as required. Guidance to ensure that the power electronics (from battery to external interfaces) are correctly located and packaged in accordance with vehicle requirements. Compliance with any necessary environmental and EMC regulations. Specification and development oversight of design features and functions in conjunction with our technical partners and Tier 1 suppliers. Support other function groups to ensure compliance with process driven development methods. Participation in system review, verification & validation activities including leading FMEAs, DVP planning and ISO26262 compliance. Who you are: Significant experience of HV Electronics or component delivery within an automotive engineering environment. Demonstrable understanding of High Voltage Electrical architectures and underlying principles and technologies including thermal management, lifetime operation, control strategies and current capacity versus weight saving. Experience of project engineering with Tier 1 suppliers, preparation of project documentation and reports. Risk management, mitigation and recovery planning. Working knowledge of associated systems such as MGUs, Batteries and Charging Systems. Experience of system/component delivery within an APQP, six sigma or similar framework (FMEA, DVP, quality planning, PPAP etc) and full product lifecycle activities. Ability to communicate the requirements of the vehicle programme to a supplier and manage the cost/benefit/compromise when adapting and enhancing existing and new technologies. Articulate, self-motivated, and able to work well on own initiative. Possession of a Mechanical, Control Systems, Automotive or similar honours engineering degree. Other recognised engineering qualifications combined with relevant significant experience will be considered. Full driving licence is essential. About us and our culture… At Forseven, we are more than just a team of professionals; we are dynamic innovators, visionary collaborators and trailblazers who believe in making a difference. Our passion lies in revolutionising the electric vehicle industry through our cutting-edge advancements and sustainable solutions that aim to transform the way transportation is perceived. Currently operating under stealth mode, our focus is entirely directed towards achieving excellence as pioneers in creating sustainable mobility solutions which will help shape the future of transportation. We're looking for enlightened individuals who possess an unwavering passion, relentless drive, and insatiable curiosity to question conventional norms and push beyond perceived limitations. Seniority level
Not Applicable Employment type
Full-time Job function
Project Engineering
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Project Engineer – Power Electronics
to join our highly skilled and dynamic
Vehicle Electrification Team.
This role will be reporting into the Engineering Manager – Powertrain. The role will operate in a hybrid capacity out of our offices in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire where the successful candidate will have the opportunity to work alongside some of the most visionary minds in the automotive field. As part of a high performing engineering team, this role will focus on Power Electronics Systems project engineering, specification and integration of high voltage, electronic components into the overall vehicle architecture (e.g. body, chassis, and powertrain systems). Systems include DCDC Converters, On Board Chargers, Inverters and HV junction boxes. What you will do: Perform the role of in-house expert for these systems. Alongside the subject matter expert, document and maintain a development roadmap with focus on features related to weight, efficiency, performance and integration with the charging infrastructure and associated systems. Review and analyse product specifications and identify areas of optimisation and improvement. Work with stakeholders, within and external to Gordon Murray, in order to identify solutions, projects and milestones that will contribute to the success of the vehicle programme. Management of technical deliverables, project plans and open issues decks for assigned systems to support on time delivery to the vehicle programme. Realisation of the vehicle features using a combination of carry-over, modified and new components in collaboration with the Body, Chassis and Powertrain function groups as required. Guidance to ensure that the power electronics (from battery to external interfaces) are correctly located and packaged in accordance with vehicle requirements. Compliance with any necessary environmental and EMC regulations. Specification and development oversight of design features and functions in conjunction with our technical partners and Tier 1 suppliers. Support other function groups to ensure compliance with process driven development methods. Participation in system review, verification & validation activities including leading FMEAs, DVP planning and ISO26262 compliance. Who you are: Significant experience of HV Electronics or component delivery within an automotive engineering environment. Demonstrable understanding of High Voltage Electrical architectures and underlying principles and technologies including thermal management, lifetime operation, control strategies and current capacity versus weight saving. Experience of project engineering with Tier 1 suppliers, preparation of project documentation and reports. Risk management, mitigation and recovery planning. Working knowledge of associated systems such as MGUs, Batteries and Charging Systems. Experience of system/component delivery within an APQP, six sigma or similar framework (FMEA, DVP, quality planning, PPAP etc) and full product lifecycle activities. Ability to communicate the requirements of the vehicle programme to a supplier and manage the cost/benefit/compromise when adapting and enhancing existing and new technologies. Articulate, self-motivated, and able to work well on own initiative. Possession of a Mechanical, Control Systems, Automotive or similar honours engineering degree. Other recognised engineering qualifications combined with relevant significant experience will be considered. Full driving licence is essential. About us and our culture… At Forseven, we are more than just a team of professionals; we are dynamic innovators, visionary collaborators and trailblazers who believe in making a difference. Our passion lies in revolutionising the electric vehicle industry through our cutting-edge advancements and sustainable solutions that aim to transform the way transportation is perceived. Currently operating under stealth mode, our focus is entirely directed towards achieving excellence as pioneers in creating sustainable mobility solutions which will help shape the future of transportation. We're looking for enlightened individuals who possess an unwavering passion, relentless drive, and insatiable curiosity to question conventional norms and push beyond perceived limitations. Seniority level
Not Applicable Employment type
Full-time Job function
Project Engineering
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