Functional Modeling, Simulation and Control Engineer (Engineer III)

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Job Summary

Job Summary
WHO ARE WE

The sky is no longer the limit as Nidec takes its technology off the ground and into the Aerospace market. As a Functional Modeling, Simulation and Control Engineer with the Nidec Aerospace team, you will have the opportunity to apply and develop your expertise to design electric propulsion systems for battery-powered aircraft that will enable the world to sustainably and efficiently get from point A to point B.

Nidec is the world’s leading electric motor manufacturer and a true pioneer in electrification across a wide array of industries since its foundation in 1973, ranging from appliance, and energy infrastructure, to ground transportation. Nidec Aerospace is a newly created Joint Venture between Nidec and Embraer which intends to take a leading role in the Electrification of Aircrafts. We are well-positioned and excited to support the aerospace industry in its ambitious transition to net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.

The ideal candidate will embody Nidec’s key pillars of Passion, Enthusiasm, and Tenacity with their passion to learn, enthusiasm to exceed market expectations, and tenacity to solve complex technical issues. From ideation to production, you will work with a diverse and experienced team of design engineers to support aerospace industry leaders and spearhead technological advances in transport decarbonization.

Job Description

PURPOSE OF ROLE

The Functional Modeling, Simulation and Control Engineer is responsible to create system and equipment functional models and run simulations to be used during the Electric Engine development on activities such as Electric Engine dynamic performance and stability analysis, virtual integration of Electric Engine with other equipment of the Propulsion System, failure propagation and safety analysis, and model-based software and firmware development. The Engineer is also responsible for defining the control strategies and control laws for the Electric Engine motor control.

On this position the candidate will work in a collaborative cross-functional environment for the development of an Electric Engine.

Job Description

• Creation of low-fidelity and high-fidelity models of the Electric Engine using Matlab and Simulink.
• Development of model structure considering the functional requirements and equipment/system architecture.
• Definition of control strategies and control laws.
• Simulation of dynamic performance and tunning of the controllers to ensure compliance with performance requirements.
• Evaluation of system stability.
• Interface with the Systems Engineers and Equipment Engineers to capture the requirements and system architecture that must be implemented in the models.
• Interface with the customer to present and align the features to be incorporated in the models.
• Creation of models to be used in Software and Firmware model-based development as per DO-178 and DO-331.
• Development of test vectors to be used by Software and Firmware supplier for verification.
• Versioning, storage, and configuration management of the models.
• Documentation of the models and creation of user manuals.
• Use of requirement management tools.
• Development of models to be used in the test benches for hardware-in-the-loop tests.
• Execution of functional and performance tests on Driver and System rigs.

TECHNICAL ATTRIBUTES AND EXPERIENCE

ESSENTIAL

• Experience in new product development and phase-gate processes
• Experience in development of electromechanical propulsion systems or electromechanical actuation systems
• Experience in development of high voltage motor control equipment
• Experience in modeling and control of electric motors
• Experience with Field Oriented Control
• High experience with Matlab Simulink and Simscape
• Experience in requirements-based development, requirements management and V&V process
• Willingness to work with, and travel to, domestic and international design and manufacturing locations when necessary.
• Manages complexity

• Manages ambiguity
• Communicates effectively
• Collaborates
• Plans and organizes
• Attention to detail
• Cultivates Innovation
• Builds networks
• Interpersonal savvy
• Action oriented
• Optimizes work processes
• Balances stakeholders
• Being resilient
• Customer focus
• Nimble learning

PREFERRED:

• Experience with power electronics
• Experience with airworthiness certification requirements
• Experience with ARP 4754A
• Experience with IBM DOORS or JAMA
• Experience with PHM

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s or Master’s or PhD’s degree in Electrical / Electronic Engineering, Control Engineering, or a related field

5 years of experience in motor control / modelling

Additional Job Details

Technical – T3

Organizational Impact
• Works to achieve operational, functional, and/or business targets within team with direct and indirect impact on departmental or job family results, using practical technical principles
• Intermediate-level technical contributor; generally works independently under moderate supervision and may seek advice of more senior employees in the same area
• Failure to achieve results requires allocation of additional resources to meet goals and impacts project completion with the potential for additional financial expense.
• Works on smaller, less complex projects/assignments
Communication & Influence
• Communicates with employees typically within the department and/or job family, explaining and interpreting matters related to the department; may communicate with external clients or partners depending upon the job area
• May influence employees within own job area at an operational level
Innovation & Complexity
• Responsible for making minor improvements to technical/business processes, procedures, or systems to contribute to the performance of the team
• Problems faced may be difficult but are not complex, requiring application of technical skills/analysis drawing from prior experiences, and typically involve consideration of multiple issues and impact job family and/or multiple teams
Leadership & Talent Management
• May provide guidance, help with training and review work of entry-level employees
• May lead parts of less complex projects or processes
Knowledge & Experience
• Requires understanding of basic context and practical knowledge of technical and business environment as well as potential and upcoming technical advances within area of specialization, typically obtained through advanced education and relevant experience
• Requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years of prior relevant experience

Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action at Nidec
Nidec is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, genetic information, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following website: http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf

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No Soliciting

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