Specialist System Simulation

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What we offer:
At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.
Group Summary:
Transforming mobility. Making automotive technology that is smarter, cleaner, safer and lighter. That's what we're passionate about at Magna Powertrain, and we do it by creating world-class powertrain systems. We are a premier supplier for the global automotive industry with full capabilities in design, development, testing and manufacturing of complex powertrain systems. Our name stands for quality, environmental consciousness, and safety. Innovation is what drives us and we drive innovation. Dream big and create the future of mobility at Magna Powertrain.
Job Responsibilities:
Job Introduction:
As a System Simulation Engineer, you will be responsible for System level simulation of ASM, PSM, Inverter and electrical drives for determination of losses and most efficient operating points. You will also be responsible for development of various models related to E-drive and Gearbox.
Major Responsibilities:

• Define and manage system requirements and specifications, with focus on driving performance & drivability, energy consumption and efficiency.
• Perform sensitivity analysis for various sensors and actuators used in the eDrive and Gearbox
• Support software department with system simulation results for the concept development/ performance improvement.
• Develop system simulation model for eDrive and Gearbox using Simulink & Simscape

Knowledge and Education:
A bachelor's degree or master's degree in electrical/electronics, or a related technical field is mandatory.
Work Experience:

• At least 4-5 years of experience in system simulation and system simulation model development for eDrive or similar engineering roles.
• Experience in customer requirement elicitation and system requirement specification is required.
• Experience in MATLAB scripting, Simulink and script optimization for system simulation.
• Experience in the automotive, aerospace, or similar complex engineering fields is beneficial.

Skills and Competencies:

• Detailed understanding of eDrive unit and electric vehicle architecture.
• Detailed understanding on various losses of Inverter and eMotor for PMSM, ASM and WRSM.
• Detailed understanding of Gearbox layout in common electric vehicles and losses associated with its components.
• Knowledge on AC, DC, Mechanical Power conversion strategies in both Motoric and Generator mode.
• General working knowledge on switching strategies of Inverter.

a. Two level and three level converter -> FOC (MTPA, FW), Active Gate Driving strategy.
b. Advanced Switching strategies -> Optimized Pulse Pattern and Max Efficiency strategy.

• Strong skills in MATLAB Simulink and Simscape
• Good MATLAB scripting and debugging experience.
• Understanding of Interpolation concepts, Monte Carlo analysis and Pareto concepts.
• Good understanding of ASPICE and ISO 26262 standard
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills for coordinating across cross-functional teams and with customers.
• Strong problem-solving skills and analytical thinking under pressure
• Application life cycle management tool experience such as PTC and DOORS is preferred.
• Experience with working on Motor CAD can be an added advantage.
• Experience with test rig measurements and analysis can be an added advantage.

Awareness, Unity, Empowerment:
At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That's why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email or traditional mail to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.
AI-Assisted Screening Disclosure
As part of our commitment to a fair, consistent, and efficient recruitment process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the initial screening of applications submitted through our Workday system. These tools help identify qualifications and experience that align with the role requirements. Please note that AI is used solely to support our recruiters. Final decisions are always made by the hiring manager and the hiring team. Importantly, no applicant data is shared externally through these AI tools. All information remains securely within our systems and is handled in accordance with our privacy and data protection policies.
Under conditions defined by applicable law, you may have the right to request an explanation of how AI is used to support decision-making.
If you have any questions or concerns about this process, feel free to contact our Talent Attraction team.
Worker Type:
Regular / Permanent
Group:
Magna Powertrain