Maxwell Energy Systems, a leader in advanced automotive electronics for electric vehicles, is seeking a seasoned Hardware Designer to join our dynamic Electronics Hardware team. In this pivotal role, you will be at the forefront of designing and developing robust and innovative electronics solutions that are critical to electric vehicle technology. Your expertise will drive the development of systems that are resilient against the harsh environments typical in automotive applications, contributing to safer, more efficient electric vehicles and advancing our mission in efficient energy storage and conversion.
Responsibilities:
- Lead the design and development of both digital and analog electronics for high-power control systems and Battery Management Systems (BMS) specifically tailored for automotive applications.
- Take complete ownership of control boards and electronics systems from concept through specification, design, prototyping, and manufacturing.
- Engage in cross-functional team collaborations with Firmware, Mechanical, Thermal Design, Testing, and Manufacturing departments to ensure seamless integration and optimization of electronics systems.
- Conduct comprehensive product-level electrical design activities, including simulation, component selection, circuit design and analysis, and insulation coordination.
Requirements
- Minimum of 5+ years of proven success in electrical/electronics engineering, focused on product design and manufacturing within the automotive industry.
- Thorough understanding of automotive electronics design standards, including AIS, ISO, and IEC.
- Proficient in high-current power semiconductor selection and associated circuit design, including IGBTs, MOSFETs, and Diodes.
- Expertise in designing high-efficiency power converters (AC-DC and DC-DC).
- Strong proficiency in circuit simulation and analysis using tools such as LT Spice, MATLAB, etc.
- Skilled in thermal management of high-power circuits, including thermal analysis and design.
- Demonstrated experience with schematic capture and PCB layout design, specifically using Altium Designer.
- Exceptional capability in DSPs, microcontrollers, and programmable logic devices application, including peripheral circuitry.
- Ability to independently lead circuit design and ensure EMI/EMC compliance and optimization.
- Proficient in DFMEA, FMEDA, reliability analysis, Worst Case Analysis, and Component Stress analysis.
- Experienced in EBOM estimation, cost optimization, and value engineering.
- Excellent communication skills in English, with an ability to interact effectively with international team members.
- Leadership skills to mentor and elevate junior hardware engineers and collaborate effectively across teams.
Desired Skills:
- Embedded programming knowledge of MCUs, DSPs, and FPGAs in real-time control applications.
- Experience in the design and development of Battery Management Systems (BMS) or electric vehicle chargers.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering from prestigious institutions like IIT, BITS, or equivalent international universities, or significant professional experience with demonstrated exceptional ability.