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Purpose of Post:
Wrightbus is a fast-moving company which has experienced considerable growth in the last year. As part of this continued growth we are looking for an experienced Electrical Engineer to join our Electrical Engineering Design team. The successful candidate will have responsibility to support the further development of our Electrical Engineering Design, specifically planning and integration of the electrical control for bus body and chassis electrical systems with respect to hardware components, harnesses and panels.
Key Tasks:
- Support the NPD Strategy for EV, FCEV and HEV electrical control systems.
- Support the development of electric powertrain charging systems.
- Participate in the vehicle life cycle development through concept to engineering design, prototype build, certification, to Job 1
- Work effectively within a cross-functional team on the overall vehicle development
- Elicit external and internal stakeholder requirements for new product developments.
- Selection of electrical components and systems into new and existing vehicle designs ensuring products used meet required standards.
- Design and specification of electrical hardware components for the integration of vehicle subsystems, e.g. fuseboards, switchboxes.
- Liaise with suppliers and manage the progress to meet timing, specification, and engineering requirements
- Undertake the technical assessment and analysis of components and systems and develop optimal solutions to meet overall vehicle requirements.
- Design, and develop CAN communications systems and architecture.
- Design of low and high voltage control for bus body and chassis electrical systems, including wiring harnesses and electrical panels.
- Document, validate and provide FMEA for design reviews and NPD gateways.
- Creation of technical documentation with respect to the vehicle electrical system and installation eg. Wiring schematics, system schedules, harness drawings, electrical engineering standards and procedures.
- Provide and co-ordinate vehicle test plans and commissioning, testing and data logging of vehicle control systems.
- Provide Technical assistance to production, support engineers and the customer.
- Continued development of electrical system to improve ease of installation and to reduce the cost of manufacture.
- Co-ordinate with assembly and manufacturing teams to ensure that the assembly of the electrical system is correctly defined and implemented.
- Provide system technical information and documentation for both internal and external customers.
General
Undertake all duties in line with General Data Protection and maintain utmost level of confidentiality.
Ensure work is completed to meet the requirements of the ISO 9001 standard.
Ensure that you treat those with whom they come into contact in a courteous and respectful manner in accordance with the Dignity at Work Procedure.
Wrightbus is committed to equality of opportunity and to selection based on merit. You are required to adhere to and promote the Equal Opportunities Policy throughout the course of your employment.
You must maintain high standards of personal accountability.
You must follow the training received when using any work items Wrightbus has provided.
You must co-operate with others on health and safety and not interfere with, or misuse, anything provided for their health, safety, or welfare.
You must take care of your own health and safety and that of people who may be affected by what you do (or do not do).
You must comply with the no smoking policy.
Staying away from home on occasions will be necessary to meet the requirements of the role
Undertake any other duties or training conducive with efficient conduct of the post.
Note:
This job description will be subject to review in the light of changing circumstances and may include other duties and responsibilities, as may be determined in consultation with the jobholder.It is not intended to be rigid and inflexible but should be regarded as providing guidelines within which the individual works.
Wrightbus is committed to equality of opportunity and to selection on merit.
SpecificationEssential
Education Attainments- HND/HNC in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or related discipline (or equivalent).
Job Experience
- Have working experience within a relevant engineering environment.
- Experience in commissioning and testing electrical control systems.
- Knowledge of wiring harness design and manufacture.
- Knowledge of electrical control systems hardware design.
Specialist Knowledge / Skills
Problem solving abilities.
Excellent communication skills.
Computer literate.
Previous experience of dedicated electrical design software (harnesses and Schematics) e.g., 2D CAD
Disposition
Highly motivated and positive attitude.
Creative and innovative.
Analytical mindset.
Structured approach.
- Ability to maintain detailed records.
Desirable
- BEng or MEng degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or related discipline.
Knowledge of chassis powertrain and driveline systems.
Knowledge of Electric Vehicle Power Electronics.
Knowledge of Hybrid Vehicle Power Electrics and control systems.
Knowledge of traction battery systems.
Understanding of coding/classification systems, parts listings, BOMs and standardisation.
Knowledge and use of vehicle control system diagnostic tools
