Company Description

The role is based in Abu Dhabi.

The candidates from Americas, EMEA and APAC are welcome.

SEGULA TECHNOLOGIES is hiring a Lead Researcher in Abu Dhabi.

Join our growing team in the propulsion and Space Research Center.

With a global presence in 28 countries with 140 offices worldwide, SEGULA GROUP fosters a close relationship with its customers thanks to the expertise of its 11,000 employees.

SEGULA TECHNOLOGIES is an Engineering and Design Services company with a proven ability to boost innovation and competitiveness within the major industrial sectors, including Automotive, Aerospace & Defense, Energy, Rail, Naval, Pharmaceutical, and Oil and Gas.

• The successful candidate will support research and development of Aircraft Electric-Hybrid Propulsion System architectures and components.
• The candidate will work closely with the Director of the Aircraft Propulsion Research and other members of the Hybrid Electric Research team to define and execute hybrid electric research programs.
• Work with senior researchers to define requirements and define the preferred hybrid electric architecture and perform simulations using PLECS or other simulation environments.
• Procure components and assemble prototype architecture for testing.
• Define and procure test bench infrastructure. Develop and execute test plans.
• Develop personal knowledge and skills related to the latest techniques and applications relevant to electrified propulsion technology.
• Collect and reduce test data, review, and write technical reports.
• Prepare and write papers for submission to peer-reviewed journals and conference proceedings.
• Execute research activities on schedule and with conformity to established regulations (health, safety, regulations, ethics)
• Develop and implement action plans to address issues associated with power electronics as they arise on progra

Qualifications

• Experience in aviation electrical power engineering
• Master\xe2\x80\x99s degree in electrical engineering
• Minimum 5 years\xe2\x80\x99 experience designing power electronic circuits.
• Experience with high voltage and high-power converters/inverters
• Working knowledge of EMI (CM an DM), transformers, and semiconductor switches and different PWM schemes
• Simulation experience with PLECS or similar tools
• Working knowledge and design experience with 3-phase motor/generator systems
• Strong Electrical circuit design experience and layout knowledge
• Hands on experience working in a lab environment.
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Fluency in English is required. Arabic is considered a plus.

Additional Information

The role is based in Abu Dhabi.

Segula Technologies