Senior Powertrain Engineer
About this role
Your mission
You will play a key role in the development & integration of Hydrogen Powertrain technologies in a variety of aerospace applications. You will be part of a highly motivated team working in a fast-paced environment delivering pioneering engineering solutions.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as technical authority for electronic motors, inverters and reduction gear box system designs/architectures, while fostering innovative and creative (design) solutions that meet aviation certification and safety standards.
- Strong working knowledge of aviation standards.
- Provide technical support and guidance to other engineers, technicians, and operators on powertrain related matters.
- Develop and document system requirements for the EPU, mainly focused on the Hydrogen Aircraft Powertrain and Storage System (HAPSS), based on project objectives.
- Develop overall powertrain architecture design and interfaces.
- Prepare documentation for validation and verification in accordance with the applicable procedures and regulations and contribute to technical review gates
- Perform analysis and eventual testing of powertrain systems components to verify compliance with specifications and requirements.
- Provide onsite support during HAPSS deployment customer acceptance testing.
- Coordinate with electrical, control, mechanical & hydrogen system suppliers in the development, integration, and testing of cooling, power generation and distribution systems related to HAPPS.
Job requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical and/or Controls Engineering (or closely related field) is required. Master’s degree in a relevant field is an advantage.
- 5+ years of relevant engineering experience.
- Knowledge of thermal management systems. Knowledge of safety standards for software and complex electronic hardware is an advantage.
- Demonstrated experience in hydrogen system development engineering surroundings.
- Demonstrated experience in one or more of the following areas is a plus: Hydrogen storage – hydrogen distribution, Fuel Cell Systems, High Voltage Design, Combined HV and LV Architecture, DC/DC and AC/DC Power Conversion, Wire Harnesses, EMI Mitigation, Electric Motors, Industrial PLC experience.
- Demonstrated ability to understand complex engineering challenges and deliver timely solutions.
- System specs, traceability, and verification infrastructure knowledge.
- System functional test plans, including software testing and verification.
- System safety assessments, failure hazard analysis, and certification test plans.
- Strong communication skills and experience working under pressure in a small high performing team.
- Occasional travel to suppliers and industry events.
- Occasional travel in and out of out of country to customer sites.
What we offer
- Contributing to realize the vision on true zero emission aviation: a revolution in the aerospace!
- An inspiring working environment in a highly motivated team with mixed experiences and backgrounds.
- Market competitive salary and secondary conditions.
- Long term cooperation with continuous professional development.

