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Electric Drive Unit Systems Engineer

Dana

Dana Belgium, located in Bruges is part of Dana Incorporated, a leading supplier of fully integrated drivetrain and electrified propulsion systems. Working collaboratively with original-equipment manufacturers and the aftermarket, we focus on delivering best-in-class efficiency, maximum durability, and superior ride and handling across the globe.

The Light Vehicle Advanced Engineering team at Dana Bruges develops electrified powertrains of the next generation. Inventing new technologies, designing and testing of prototype units and translating advanced technologies to future products.

Job Purpose

As an EDU Systems Engineer, you will be working on the mechanical concept design of electric automotive drivetrains, thermal & hydraulic simulations and the validation of E-axle prototypes on our test benches. Together with a thermal and electromagnetic motor expert you will support the virtual validation of new Electric Drive Units developed by our applications engineering team.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

  • Conceptual Design of Electric Drive Units (EDU)
  • Calculations & Simulations of transmission systems
  • Lead CFD and FEA activities with engineering centers
  • Component Selection
  • Integration of drivetrain components
  • Design reviews & DFMEA’s
  • Definition and follow up of testing activities
  • Leading CAD-design engineers
  • Thermal analysis of EDU’s and optimization of cooling concepts
  • Supervising and supporting technicians on EDU builds
  • Maintaining a good knowledge of the internal and external state of the art in automotive Electric Drive Unit technology
  • Leading or participating in the various stages of an Advanced Engineering project including identification of objectives and risks, planning of activities, documentation and reporting
  • Collaborating within a multidisciplinary team (Electromagnetics, Thermal, Controls, Mechanical and testing experts) towards achieving objectives and solving problems
  • Collaborating with partners internal and external to Dana, including specialized companies, national labs or Universities, locally and internationally
  • Desired skills and competencies

  • Master of science in (electro-) mechanical engineering
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in mechanical engineering, preferably with electric motors
  • Excellent English language skills; Dutch is an asset
  • Excellent CAD Design skills
  • Good understanding of CFD, FEA
  • Good understanding of Thermal Simulations
  • Good understanding of manufacturing of transmissions and/or electric motors
  • Good understanding of Matlab
  • Knowledge of gear design
  • Knowledge of Matlab
  • Asset: experience with thermal modelling of electric motors
  • Asset: experience with mechanical design of electric motors
  • Asset: experience with Project Management
  • Dana offers

  • An exciting job in Bruges, at one of the market leaders in the development and manufacturing of drive systems. You will develop state-of-the art technology for wide range of applications in the Light Vehicle markets.
  • You will be part of an innovative team which values teamwork & diversity.
  • Contract for an indefinite period.
  • Training and career opportunities
  • An attractive remuneration, supplemented with fringe benefits (meal vouchers, eco vouchers, group insurance, hospitalization insurance).
  • A good work-life balance.
  • Sliding working hours and 38 vacation days.
  • A company restaurant
  • Electric Drive Unit Systems Engineer

    Company:
    Dana
    City:
    Bruges
    Contract type: 
    Permanent, Full-time
    Categories: 
    System Engineer
    Degree level: 
    Master
    Published:
    08.02.2024
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