Test Engineer Power Electronics Traction Inverters
Core
Execute verification, validation, characterization, and reliability testing of high-voltage traction inverter systems for electric vehicles in a laboratory environment.
Role type
Test Engineer (Power Electronics)
Builds
Traction inverter systems and related components for electric vehicle applications
Domain
Automotive / Power Electronics
Required skills
Power electronics fundamentals, Three-phase power systems, Electric motors and motor drives, Electrical measurements and circuit testing, Oscilloscope operation, Digital multimeter usage, Power supply operation, Electronic load operation, Power analyzer usage, Data acquisition systems (DAQs), Schematic interpretation, Troubleshooting, Analytical problem-solving
Preferred skills
Traction inverter testing, Electric vehicle powertrain systems, Motor control systems, High-voltage electrical systems, MATLAB, Python, LabVIEW, CAN/Ethernet protocols, EMC testing, Inverter topologies, Gate drivers, MOSFETs, IGBTs, SiC power devices
Responsibilities
Execute verification, validation, characterization, and reliability testing of traction inverter systems and related components. Configure and operate laboratory test equipment and inverter test benches. Perform functional, performance, thermal, environmental, efficiency, and fault-injection testing. Collect, organize, and analyze test data, identifying issues and trends. Support hardware bring-up activities, debugging, and troubleshooting efforts. Document test procedures, results, observations, and engineering findings. Assist with root cause investigations and validation of corrective actions. Support development and maintenance of automated test scripts and data acquisition systems. Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to support product development and validation efforts. Follow laboratory safety requirements, including high-voltage testing procedures.
Seniority
Junior (0-2 years experience)