Power Module Design Engineer (m/w/x)

About us

We see a future where everyone can live and move without limitations. That’s why we are developing technologies, systems and concepts that make vehicles safer and cleaner, while serving our communities, the planet and, above all, people.

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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.

About the Role

In your role as a Power Module Design Engineer, you collaborate with a dedicated team to create innovative power modules for traction drives. Your main objective is to design power modules for inverters used in traction drives, focusing on voltages up to 1000V and currents up to 800A. The design decisions are shaped by factors such as semiconductor properties, parasitic electrical elements, thermal connection, and considerations for product lifespan. By ensuring that our products meet the highest quality standards and customer requirements, your role plays a critical part in our success.

Your Responsibilities

• Create concepts and design specifications for new power modules
• Support the designs during the initial prototype phase of power modules
• Plan and set up test benches for design verification (developer tests)
• Perform developer tests, including analysing and documenting the results

Who we are looking for

We are seeking someone who is passionate about power modules / power electronics and is ready to bring their enthusiasm and motivation to become a valuable part of our team. A person who enjoys collaborating interdisciplinary and across sites (with colleagues from power electronics, PCB development, module housing development, etc.) would be a perfect fit.

Your preferred qualifications

• Degree from a technical university (Master / PhD) in the field of semiconductors / electronics or electrical engineering / technical physics
• At least 5 years experience, preferably in the field of semiconductor
• Basic automotive experience highly appreciated
• Willingness to travel within Ausria & Germany
• Proficient in written and spoken English
• German language skills highly appreciated

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.

It is important to us to offer a fair and attractive remuneration package. The gross monthly salary for 38.5 hours according to the collective agreement for the automotive industry is at least € 4,400 (14 x p.a .) for this position. The actual salary will then be determined depending on your actual number of hours.

Site Benefits

• Work-Life-Balance: flexible working hours, remote work to the extent of up to 40% of working hours, various paternal leave models
• Bonus and financial benefits: Bicycle leasing, employee profit sharing, benefits via the works council (discounts, vouchers, subsidies)
• Health: sports and team events, health checks, support from fitness trainers, physiotherapists, and work psychologists
• Training and development: extensive training options, exciting internal development opportunities, attractive career paths (management career, specialist career
• Work environment: canteen / food vouchers, state-of-the-art IT and work equipment, parking for two-wheelers, four-wheelers or electric vehicles, open corporate culture

Contact person for open questions:

Stefanie Redl
Specialist Recruiting & Employer Branding
Mob.: +43 664 88 97 49 03 | Tel.: +43 7435 501 3707

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