Research Engineer — Power Electronics

Shape the Future of Electric Vehicles

LEADRIVE Technology is a high-tech power electronics company at the forefront of automotive electrification. We design, develop, and manufacture cutting-edge electric drive components for leading TIER 1 and OEM automotive clients in Europe. Our industry-leading motor control units (inverters) and IGBT/SiC power modules are renowned for their performance and efficiency, making them the perfect choice for next-generation battery electric and hybrid vehicles.

Role & Responsibilities

As a Research Engineer - Power Electronics, you'll play a vital role in shaping the future of electric mobility. You'll be responsible for the entire product development lifecycle, working on exciting projects for TIER 1 and OEM clients across Europe. Your responsibilities will include:

• Develop cutting-edge inverter technology for leading European automotive companies.

• Define the technical roadmap for our next-generation inverter platform.

• Craft ingenious software features and control algorithms to optimize performance.

• Design a best-in-class hardware platform (control systems, gate drives, and power modules).

• Take ownership during the entire development process and partner closely with clients.

• Implement automotive-standards like AUTOSAR, ASPICE, and Functional Safety (ISO 26262).

• Champion creative ideas and translate them into tangible research projects that push boundaries.

Qualification & Requirements

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.

• Work experience in power electronics and electric motor control is a plus.

• Proven record in model-based programming, C/C++, UDS, INCA, Matlab/Simulink.

• Enthusiastic, strong sense of teamwork, excellent communication skills.

• Fluency in English and German.

Join LEADRIVE and become a part of a technology driven R&D team with outstanding expertise in power electronics and vehicle electrification. We are constantly hiring new talents for our team in Aachen.

Hiring Manager

Marius Mechlinski
Managing Director
Leadrive Technology