Electrical Powertrain/Propulsion Engineer

Stadler US
  • Salt Lake
    10 days ago

    Job Description

    Electrical Powertrain/Propulsion Engineer
     
    Stadler offers a wide range of international career opportunities. Here you get the chance to expand your potential, take on meaningful responsibilities, and deliver outstanding performance within dedicated teams. We are looking for motivated individuals who want to shape the mobility of tomorrow with us. Are you ready to achieve great things with us?

    As an Electrical Powertrain/Propulsion Engineer, you will be responsible for the design, development, testing, and implementation of propulsion systems of the train. This role involves working with advanced technologies to improve the efficiency, performance, and safety of propulsion systems. The Powertrain Engineer collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to ensure that propulsion systems meet the required specifications and standards.

    Key Activities
    • Conceptual design and layout of the electrical drive systems in passenger rail vehicles (covering the following topics: power electronics, transformer, motor, energy storage, pantograph)
    • Design, development, and create and refine propulsion system designs using computer-aided design (CAD) software and other engineering tools.
    • Test, analyze, and conduct tests on propulsion systems to evaluate performance, reliability, and safety. Analyze test data to identify areas for improvement.
    • Calculations and simulations regarding energy consumption and trip duration of our vehicles.
    • Support with simulations for the preparation of offers and tenders and new project bids.
    • Stay updated with the latest advancements in propulsion technology and apply innovative solutions to enhance system performance.
    • Manage propulsion system projects from concept to completion, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to budget constraints.
    • Work closely with other engineers, technicians, and stakeholders to integrate propulsion systems with overall vehicle designs. Including software creation, installation planning, mechanical engineering, purchasing, etc.
    • Prepare detailed technical reports, specifications, and documentation for propulsion systems and related components.
    • Ensure all propulsion systems comply with industry standards, regulations, and safety requirements.
    Qualifications
    • BS or MS degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or similar
    • 3 - 5 years (level two) of relevant experience in railway, defense, or similar
    • Knowledge of, or interest, in electrical drive technology or the rail vehicle industry
    • Excellent communication and technical writing skills
    • Excellent problem-solving abilities with strong teamwork skills
    • Business fluent in English (German preferred)
    • Experience in electrical / mechanical design
    • Experience with schematic software, MS Office, PLM and ECN systems (e.g. E3, SmarTeam)
    • Experience with MATLAB is a plus
    • Willingness to travel for supplier visits and testing on vehicles
    What We Offer
    Stadler US employee benefits package includes:
    • Competitive Pay (yearly bonus potential)
    • Low-cost, comprehensive Medical / Dental / Vision / Rx plans
    • 401(k) with employer match after 90 days
    • Generous Paid Time Off / 9 Paid Holidays / Extended Paid Holiday
    • Paid training / Career development
    • Tuition and training reimbursement
    • Paid maternity and parental leave
    • Company-paid life and disability insurance 
    • Referral bonus program
    Stadler US is an Equal Opportunity Employer

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationSalt Lake
    Websitehttps://www.stadlerrail.com

    Skills

    • Analysis Skillsunmatched
    • Budgetingunmatched
    • CAD (Computer-Aided Design) Softwareunmatched
    • CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing)unmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Cross-Functionalunmatched
    • Data Analysisunmatched
    • Documentationunmatched
    • Electric Motorunmatched
    • Electrical Designunmatched
    • Electrical Engineeringunmatched
    • Electricityunmatched
    • Electronicsunmatched
    • English Languageunmatched
    • German Languageunmatched
    • Industry Standardsunmatched
    • MATLABunmatched
    • Mechanical Designunmatched
    • Mechanical Engineeringunmatched
    • Microsoft Officeunmatched
    • Powertrainunmatched
    • Prescription Drugsunmatched
    • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
    • Product Lifecycle Managementunmatched
    • Propulsionunmatched
    • Purchasing/Procurementunmatched
    • Regulationsunmatched
    • Safety Systemsunmatched
    • Safety Trainingunmatched
    • Schematicsunmatched
    • SmarTeamunmatched
    • Software Designunmatched
    • Software Engineeringunmatched
    • Software Installationunmatched
    • System Integration (SI)unmatched
    • Systems Administration/Managementunmatched
    • Systems Analysisunmatched
    • Team Playerunmatched
    • Technical Writingunmatched
    • Test Dataunmatched
    • Test Plan/Scheduleunmatched
    • Testingunmatched
    • Time Managementunmatched
    • Vision Planunmatched
    • Willing to Travelunmatched
    • Writing Skillsunmatched

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