Engineer for Electrical, Energy, Shipbuilding, Mechanical Engineering - Fault Management | SB 1971 Ing. Elektrotechnik, Energietechnik, Schiffbau, Maschinenbau (w/m/d) - Fehlermanagement

Deutsches Zentrum für Luft- und Raumfahrt e.V.

Kiel, Schleswig-Holstein, Deutschland
Published Jul 3, 2025
Full-time
Fixed-term

Job Summary

Join the German Aerospace Center (DLR) in Kiel to contribute to cutting-edge research and innovation in maritime energy systems. This role focuses on researching and developing innovative solutions for decarbonization and emission reduction in shipping. As an Engineer in the Energy Converters and Systems department, you will primarily simulate and manage faults in electrical and hybrid propulsion systems for ships. Your daily tasks will include conducting tests to validate new fault-tolerant energy system concepts, performing laboratory and shipboard experiments for fault injection and validation, and analyzing test results for scientific dissemination. The ideal candidate will possess a Master's degree in a relevant engineering field, initial professional experience in fault simulation and analysis in maritime energy systems, and proficiency in programming and modeling tools like MATLAB, Simulink, and Python. This position offers flexible working hours, mobile work options, and the possibility of pursuing a doctorate, making it an attractive opportunity for professionals seeking to advance sustainable technologies.

Required Skills

Education

Master's degree in Engineering (Electrical Engineering, Energy Technology, Shipbuilding, Mechanical Engineering) or other relevant fields

Experience

  • Initial professional experience in simulation, modeling, and analysis of faults in maritime energy systems or related electrical networks
  • Initial professional experience in fault detection, diagnosis, and management strategies in electrical and hybrid propulsion systems
  • Experience in planning and conducting scientific experiments or simulation studies
  • Practical experience in electrical engineering
  • Proven expertise in advanced fault detection, diagnosis, and management strategies for electrical and hybrid propulsion systems

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Fluent)

Additional

  • Not specified