Traction Power Design Engineer - 407793

Traction Power Design Engineer
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Date: 01-Mar-2023
Location: Vasteras, SE
Company: Alstom
Req ID : 407793

Alstom, in Vasteras is one out of three Global Component Development Sites for Powertrain system components within the Rolling Stock & Components division. Alstom Vasteras is also a global Test and Technology Centre for Powertrain Systems.

Among other things in Vasteras we develop powertrain systems including as well converter- and traction motor design as the software controlling the whole system as well as the individual subsystems. We also have a Power Lab for large scale validation & verification in-house.


Would you like to be part of a highly skilled team and work in an empowering, international, and challenging atmosphere? Does the opportunity to be a part of an organization that's Leading the way to greener and smarter mobility, worldwide, sound exciting? If yes, then this position is for you! Apply today!

Alstom,
the global leader in smart and sustainable mobility is looking for an
Traction Power Design Engineer in Västerås, Sweden
Purpose of the role

To define the power schemes and to design electrical components for traction drives or auxiliary converter systems


KEY RESPONSIBILITIES :
Methodology
Use the design rules for Traction system dimensioning
Use standard design deliverables for Traction system
Use the standards tools and Alstom specific tools to derive appropriate solutions
Contribute to define rules, guidelines and standard design deliverables
Contribute to return of experience on to owners of traction converter and systems as well as to power electrical components



Tender, product, project or R&D development
Calculate and simulate electrical or thermal constraints related to all components of the power scheme (Alstom tools: CITHEL/APC/TEP) to fulfil all customer and normative requirements. Write corresponding design reports.
Involvement in the definition and design of the interfaces of electrical components with mechanical department
Specify the electrical components of the traction drives or auxiliary converters
Analyse and simulate performance and properties of Power electronic components (IGBT, diodes, ...), switchgear, traction motors, passive components (inductors, transformers, capacitors, resistors, busbars, ...).
Interface components with control electronics (sensors, gate drives, relays, ...)
Participate in the definition of validation tests of the power scheme with the validation engineer
Participate in investigation tests
Contribute to the problem solving
Prepare the power design reviews in accordance with DFQ system
Participate in technical core team meetings


Qualifications and experience:
PhD Degree in Electrical Engineering, Engineering physics or equivalent education with a few years of work experience in relevant field (Converter electrical engineering, Power Electronics, Power systems, High voltage testing, Testing) or;
Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Engineering physics or equivalent education with at least 8 years of work experience in relevant field (Converter electrical engineering, Power Electronics, Power systems, High voltage testing, Testing)
Structured, analytical and flexible
Innovative and curious
Knowledge and experience within the field of propulsion system, converter product performance simulation.



What do we offer?
An agile, inclusive, and responsible culture is the foundation of our company where diverse people are offered excellent opportunities to grow, learn and advance in their careers. We are committed to encouraging our employees to reach their full potential, while valuing and respecting them as individuals.

Who are we?
@Alstom,we create smart innovations to meet the mobility challenges of today and tomorrow. We design and manufacture a complete range of transportation systems, from high-speed trains to electric buses and driverless trains, as well as infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility solutions. Joining us means joining a truly global community of more than 75,000 people dedicated to solving real-world mobility challenges and achieving international projects with sustainable local impact.

We are acting...
AGILE
➔ You actively identify issues and risks and develop correction plans
➔ You are a problem solver
➔ You act process minded, data-driven and fact based

INCLUSIVE
➔ You accept differences
➔ You excel in collaboration and
Communication
➔ You actively support inclusion

RESPONSIBLE
➔ Safety first
➔ You are all responsible to make it happen
➔ You adhere to the highest ethics and compliance rules