Senior Research and Development Engineer

3 weeks ago


Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom GKN Aerospace Full time

Join a team of innovators

GKN Aerospace is at the forefront of reimagining air travel, pushing the boundaries of sustainability, and making a difference in the world. As a Senior Research and Development Engineer, you will be part of a dynamic team working on cutting-edge technologies, including liquid hydrogen-based propulsion systems.

Key Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with academic research partners to investigate technical challenges and translate research findings into practical design rules and sizing tools.
  • Develop analysis and simulation capabilities to scale-up solutions and bring them to a high Technology Readiness Level (TRL).
  • Identify opportunities for technical innovation and intellectual property development.
  • Work with systems architects, design engineers, and specialists to ensure a holistic approach to system requirements.
  • Derive technical requirements and specifications, plan, and execute verification and validation.
  • Define, develop, and deliver motor control software in safety-critical, high-performance applications.

What you'll bring

To be part of this exciting journey, you will need:

  • Experience with system-level simulation of motor drives, including electronics and software aspects.
  • Integrated development and optimization of machine design and control.
  • Motor control techniques for low and high speed, single-phase, and multi-phase permanent magnet motors.
  • Practical and laboratory experience in testing motors and associated power systems.
  • Hands-on experience in rapid control prototyping using dSPACE or Speedgoat.
  • Experience with communication interfaces, such as CAN, SPI, etc.

What we offer

As a valued member of our team, you will receive a competitive salary, opportunities to earn up to 15% bonus, hybrid working, and a range of benefits, including industry-leading pension scheme, life assurance, and employee assistance program.



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