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Role: Hardware Systems Engineer
Site Location: Cheltenham
Rate: Up to 75 per hour via Umbrella
Duration: 12 month contract
Electrical design, electronic design, power systems, simulations, trade studies, design reviews, lab testing
Key Activities
- Simulations and trade studies for the power system electrical architecture using Simulink, PLECS, Simetrix, LTspice
- Short circuit modelling (PLECS)
- Grounding scheme designs
- Fault management schemes (e.g. arcing)
- Working closely with electronics hardware design team including participating in design reviews
- Trade studies around solid state power controllers (SSPC)
- Testing of prototype units in high-voltage test lab
Essential Responsibilities
- Completing tasking as defined by project manager and technical lead (see Key Activities).
- Participating in cross-discipline regular project status meetings.
- Have, or be prepared to develop, a deep understanding of aircraft electrical power and avionics systems including electric and hybrid vehicles.
- Adhere to safety best practice.
Qualifications / Requirements
- Minimum - degree or equivalent in relevant engineering or science subject.
- Desirable - Masters or PhD in relevant subject.
- Experience working as an Electrical/Electronic Engineer in the aerospace, automotive or industrial sectors or academia.
- Working knowledge of Simulink, PLECS, Simetrix, LTspice or equivalents
- Experience of safe working in Lab Environments (ideally High Voltage)
- Strong analogue electronics design skills
Desired Characteristics
- Good understanding of electrical power systems or vehicle systems.
- Good communication skills in all media.
- Experience working in an R&D environment
