Director, Electrical Systems Engineering

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of electrical system design strategies, working cross‑functionally with embedded engineering, electronics, manufacturing engineering, projects and field teams.
• Direct the development of mathematical/simulation models for power converters, switching devices, protection circuits, and system‑level energy flows.
• Conduct electrical simulations (PSCAD, PSSE, PLECS, MATLAB/Simulink, etc.) to validate system behavior, transient response, and fault‑handling performance.
• Establish modelling standards, simulation methodologies, and verification frameworks to ensure accuracy, repeatability, and traceability across engineering teams and projects.
• Support hardware‑in‑the‑loop system testing (custom, RTDS, Typhoon, etc.) of battery electrical systems.
• Work closely with the Electronics team to define requirements and designs for system electrical power and communication components.
• Define requirements for surge, ESD, transient immunity, and protection coordination across the entire electrical system.
• Own the electrical system design roadmap for current and future battery systems.
• Guide concept development, requirements definition, DFMEA, and design reviews.
• Oversee prototype builds, validation testing, and design‑for‑manufacturability.
• Build and mentor a high‑performance team of electrical system and modeling engineers with deep technical specialization.

• Advanced knowledge of high‑voltage DC systems, power conversion topologies, and grid‑connected inverter behavior.
• Advanced knowledge of BMS architecture and algorithms, including SOC/SOH estimation, cell balancing, fault detection, and prognostics.
• Advanced knowledge of power systems modelling and simulation, with deep expertise in SPICE, PLECS, MATLAB/Simulink, and multi‑domain co‑simulation.
• Proven track record of delivering complex electrical systems from concept through production.
• Strong understanding of protection strategies, transient behavior, and fault‑tolerant design.
• Exceptional communication, leadership, and cross‑functional collaboration skills.

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical or electronics engineering required.
• Master’s degree in electrical or electronics engineering preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in electrical or power electronics engineering, with at least 8 years in a leadership role.

• Local: 10‑25%
• North America: 10‑25%
• International: 10‑25%

Office environment; must remain stationary 50% of the time and occasionally move within the office. Visual acuity is required for data preparation, analysis, transcribing, computer terminal use, and extensive reading. May be required to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 25 pounds. Exposure to fumes, airborne particles, dust, mists, gases, and noise may occur. Use of safety equipment (eye protection, hearing protectors, work boots, lab coats) may be required.

Visitor work may include customer or partner sites, manufacturing floors, laboratories, and construction sites.