Design System Engineer (Automotive)

TL;DR

Design System Engineer (Automotive): Support serial life and continuous improvement for e-drive systems with an accent on issue analysis, system debugging, and multidisciplinary coordination. Focus on performing CAN/LIN trace analysis, driving 8D/Six Sigma workshops, and managing requirements traceability under Euro 7 regulations.

Location: Onsite in Limburg, occasional travel to suppliers and production plants in France and Italy

Company

Independent technology consulting firm with 7,600 people across 60+ countries, focusing on engineering solutions in automotive and other sectors.

What you will do

• Support serial life and continuous improvement for e-drive systems
• Coordinate structured issue analysis for field returns, warranty, and production failures
• Analyze CAN/LIN traces, motor/inverter behavior, and performance indicators
• Coordinate system analysis with mechanical, e-machine, inverter, software, validation, and simulation experts
• Support requirement updates for Euro 7 regulations and homologation
• Drive 8D/Six Sigma problem-solving workshops
• Monitor system requirements and traceability using Polarion

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in system engineering for mechatronic automotive systems
• Experience with electric machine systems, power electronics, and controls
• Experience in signal and data analysis (dynamic behavior, inverter parameters, calibration)
• Experience with validation and system debugging in bench or vehicle environments
• Experience with CAN analysis tools: Vector CANalyzer/CANoe, Canape
• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automotive Engineering or similar
• English fluent; French, Dutch, Italian are assets
• Excellent communication skills to coordinate multidisciplinary teams

Culture & Benefits

• International community with 110+ nationalities
• Trust-based environment where 70% of leaders started at entry level
• Robust training via internal Academy with 250+ modules
• Vibrant workplace with internal events like afterworks and team buildings
• Focus on sustainability through WeCare Together program for social/environmental impact projects

Hiring process

• Brief virtual/phone call to discuss motivations and fit
• 3 interviews on average with line manager and team, covering experience, skills, and company culture
• Possible case study: technical assessment, role play, or problem-solving depending on position