powertrain engineer

Description

Powertrain engineer work on the design of propulsion mechanisms across the automotive sector. This includes technical implementation of powertrain components, such as mechanical engineering, the electronics and software used in modern vehicles, as well as coordination and optimisation of multiple energy sources in the powertrain context.

EssentialOptional

Theoretical Knowledge

energy saving potential of automated shift systems hybrid vehicle architecture vehicle manufacturing process mechanical systems electrical testing methods electronic test procedures operation of different engines principles of mechanical engineering electronics types of vehicle engines vehicle electrical systems engineering processes computer technology electric drives Prototyping development types of fuels engine components types of vehicles CAD software hybrid model test procedures automation technology engineering principles battery components fuel cell types mechanics of motor vehicles aerodynamics design drawings automotive diagnostic equipment mechanical components of vehicles hybrid control systems mechanics electric motors mechatronics green automotive technologies car controls principles of combustion engines mechanical engineering CAE software CADD software advanced driver assistant systems vehicle-to-everything technologies operation of transport equipment project management systems development life-cycle electrical engineering material mechanics manufacturing processes types of tyres motor vehicle parts drawings electrical wiring diagrams control engineering power engineering microelectronics model based system engineering power electronics aerospace engineering locomotive brake applications electrical instrumentation engineering

Practical Skills

evaluate engine performance use technical drawing software perform test run assemble automotive batteries prepare production prototypes create CAD drawings automotive engineering adjust engineering designs use computer-aided engineering systems design control systems execute software tests control the performance of the vehicle perform vehicle tests monitor technology trends apply health and safety standards design electrical systems develop test procedures assess powertrain use CAD software prepare vehicle trim develop electronic test procedures assess financial viability position engine on test stand execute analytical mathematical calculations plan engineering activities approve engineering design collaborate with engineers calibrate engines design electronic systems liaise with engineers model electromechanical systems design hybrid operating strategies provide technical expertise perform scientific research conduct performance tests model hardware install car electronics manage engineering project compare alternative vehicles use CAE software define technical requirements simulate mechatronic design concepts report test findings test mechatronic units maintain motor vehicle steering system run simulations draft design specifications design chassis provide software testing documentation operate testbeds organise technical operating information for vehicles calibrate electromechanical system maintain braking system design electromechanical systems operate diesel propulsion plants test electronic units design prototypes prepare engine room for operation evaluate vehicle ecological footprint re-assemble engines solve technical problems model power electronics use CADD software design power electronics provide technical training model electrical system coordinate engineering teams maintain vehicle service collaborate with designers test power electronics describe electric drive system distribute technical information on operation of vehicles design sensors diagnose problems with vehicles operate ship propulsion system perform vehicle diagnostic procedures design engineering components anticipate change in car technology