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OPAL-RT TECHNOLOGIES

R&D Engineer – Power Electronics Simulation

OPAL-RT TECHNOLOGIES

. Propose and execute power electronic engineering and R&D projects .

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeNuremberg • GermanyMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in power electronics engineering and real-time simulation, with a strong focus on technical mentorship, project execution, and effective communication. Proficient in using advanced simulation tools and methodologies to support R&D and business development efforts.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Ph.D. In Electrical EngineeringReal-Time Simulation Of Power ElectronicsPower Electronics Simulation ToolsMATLAB And Simulink ProficiencyStrong Communication Skills

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Hard Skills
Power Electronics EngineeringReal-Time SimulationSystem SimulationModeling And Numerical MethodsFPGA ImplementationProcess DocumentationHardware-In-The-Loop Testing
Soft Skills
Problem-SolvingAnalytical SkillsTeamworkAutonomyCreative Thinking
Tools & Technologies
OPAL-RT eHSPLECSSPSMATLABSimulink
Industry Keywords
Power ElectronicsTechnical MentorshipR&D ProjectsBusiness DevelopmentSales Support

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Propose and execute power electronic engineering and R&D projects
  • Support technical, business development, and sales teams with specialized expertise in power electronics real-time simulation
  • Mentor the technical team to raise skill levels in power electronics real-time simulation
  • Provide feedback on and support pre-release testing and validation of OPAL-RT’s power electronics tools
  • Write and present technical papers on power electronics simulation

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Ph. D. degree in electrical engineering or a relevant field; master’s degree holders with 5+ years of academic/industrial research experience in power electronics would be considered
  • At least 5 years of hands-on real-time simulation of power electronics
  • Strong understanding of power electronic system simulation, including applications, modeling, and numerical methods
  • Strong experience with power electronics simulation tools such as OPAL-RT’s eHS, PLECS, and SPS
  • Understanding of FPGA implementation of numerical methods
  • Strong experience with MATLAB, Simulink, and relevant toolboxes for power electronics simulation
  • Strong oral and written communication skills in English
  • German fluency preferred; French is a plus
  • Ability to inspire confidence and gain buy-in through expertise and clear technical reasoning
  • Strong problem-solving, design, and analytical skills
  • Out-of-the-box thinking and ability to develop creative testing solutions under critical timelines
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills
  • Proficient in writing process documentation
  • Highly autonomous and proactive in identifying improvements
  • Hardware and interfacing experience for hardware-in-the-loop testing of power electronic controllers is an asset

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Flexible schedule
  • Ability to telecommute
  • Globally competitive salary
  • Stimulating professional challenges
  • Family-oriented, professional, cooperative, and friendly work environment
  • Opportunities to expand knowledge and know-how by working with researchers, innovators, and scientists
  • Recognition for ideas, creativity, and talent
  • Career development opportunity