Description:
We are seeking an experienced Project Engineer in Electrical Integration to deliver on-going client projects, and to further develop the capabilities of the team at our Shoreham-by-Sea site.
Our Control and Electronics group is responsible for the specification, implementation and validation of control, electronic and electrical systems for a wide range of complex, clean propulsion and energy systems, including: XEV powertrains, power electronics, motors and drives, engines, transmissions, battery management systems, advanced thermal systems, and fuel cell systems. Our support to customers covers the full spectrum of electrical integration for control systems, from architecture definition and component selection, through to production harness and electrical distribution.
In this role, you will be primarily responsible for integration of electrical systems and components into complex products and platforms, but may be expected to support other technical domains depending on the nature of the department workload.
Key Responsibilities
- Development of new electrical system architectures.
- Development of electrical integration solutions for new and existing platforms.
- Selection of components.
- Creation and maintenance of wiring diagrams, harness layouts, and system schematics.
- Integration of sensors, actuators, control units, and communication interfaces (CAN, Ethernet, etc.).
- Liaison with mechanical, software, and systems engineering teams to ensure compatibility and performance.
- Conduct system-level testing and validation of integrated electrical systems.
- Troubleshoot and resolve integration issues related to power distribution, signal integrity, and communication protocols, and provide hands-on support to builds.
- Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards and safety regulations.
- Documentation of integration processes, test results, and change management records.
- Interfacing directly with clients and suppliers on technical issues.
- Reporting of technical status internally and to customers.
- Focus on delivery of projects on-time and on-budget.
- A certain amount of business travel can be expected including customer meetings, occasional customer on-site development support, and travel to other Ricardo sites.
Key Competencies And Experience
- Degree in Engineering, Electrical / Electronics or similar.
- Experience in successful deployment of complex electrical systems.
- Strong understanding of electrical design principles, wiring harnesses, and circuit protection.
- Experience providing technical leadership to engineering project teams.
- Experience with diagnostic tools, oscilloscopes, and multimeters.
- Familiarity with communication protocols (CAN, LIN, Ethernet etc).
- Proficiency in CAD tools.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
Desirable Competencies And Experience
- Experience with development / deployment of embedded systems and control units.
- Experience with development / deployment of industrial control systems.
- Knowledge of functional safety standards and practices.
- Experience with prototype development and testing.