RandD Hybrid And Hydrogen Senior Engineer

Job Description:

At EDGE bold ideas are engineered into technologies that protect, improve and save lives. Headquartered in the United Arab Emirates, EDGE is a leading advanced technology group working at the forefront of defence and emerging technologies. Spanning more than 35 specialised companies and multiple centres of excellence, we are purpose-built to move fast. Free from heavy legacy processes, we give our people the autonomy, accountability, and agility to bring breakthrough technologies from concept to reality.

Based in Abu Dhabi, a globally connected hub at the crossroads of Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Middle East, EDGE is home to a truly multicultural community where bold ideas thrive, and the future is shaped. Together, we are shaping the future.

Lead exploratory and applied research and development into next-generation UAV/RPAS propulsion - battery-electric, hybrid-electric (ICE + electric), and hydrogen (fuel cell and/or hydrogen combustion) powertrains. The objective is to build Powertech's technology base and product options beyond conventional internal combustion, sized to the platform classes addressed by the P-series portfolio. This is a forward-looking, hands-on engineering role spanning technology scouting, concept design, modelling, and prototyping - working closely with the Powertech Italy facility, the Test team, and external technology partners.

• Roadmap - build and maintain Powertech's new-propulsion roadmap (electric, hybrid, hydrogen) aligned to platform needs.
• Scouting & benchmarking - track technology and suppliers (electric motors, controllers/inverters, batteries, fuel cells, hydrogen storage) and benchmark competitor approaches.

• Concepts - develop concepts and feasibility studies for electric, hybrid-electric, and hydrogen powertrains sized to UAV platform classes.
• Trade studies - run trade studies on endurance, weight, power-to-weight, thermal management, packaging, cost, and safety.

• Powertrain modelling - model and size powertrains and energy systems; perform mission/energy, thermal, and integration analysis.
• Tools - use first-principles engineering and simulation (e.g., MATLAB/Simulink, Python) to support design decisions.

• Demonstrators - design, build, and test demonstrators and bench rigs; be hands-on in the lab and test cell.
• Test coordination - coordinate test campaigns with the Test team and the Italy facility, including instrumentation and data analysis.

• Partnerships - work with technology partners, suppliers, and universities; frequent coordination and on-site work at the Italy facility.
• Supplier R&D - manage R&D supplier relationships and joint development activities.

• IP & reports - capture intellectual property and produce technical reports, concept definitions, and data to inform product decisions.
• Hand-off - transition validated concepts toward product development with the relevant Product Manager.

• Degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, Energy, or Mechatronics Engineering (Master's/PhD desirable).
• 5+ years in propulsion or powertrain R&D, including hands-on work in at least one of electric, hybrid-electric, or hydrogen systems.
• Strong first-principles engineering, modelling, and prototyping ability.
• Demonstrated ability to take a technology from concept through feasibility to working demonstrator.

• Fuel cells, hydrogen storage and safety, or hydrogen combustion experience.
• Battery systems, electric motor / inverter integration, and hybrid powertrain control.
• UAV/aerospace propulsion; functional safety for high-voltage or hydrogen systems.

Launched in November 2019, the UAE's EDGE is one of the world's leading advanced technology groups, established to develop agile, bold and disruptive solutions for defence and beyond, and to be a catalyst for change and transformation. It is dedicated to bringing breakthrough innovations, products, and services to market with greater speed and efficiency, to position the UAE as a leading global hub for future industries, and to creating clear paths within the sector for the next generation of highly skilled talent to thrive.

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