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Electrical Design Engineer – Power Distribution & LV Systems (m/f/d)

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Your applicationOpen nowElectrical Design Engineer – Power Distribution & LV Systems (m/f/d)Volocopter · Volocopter Technologies GmbH, Germany

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CompanyDescription Here at Volocopter,we are the pioneers of electric air taxis (electric vertical takeoff andlanding aircraft - eVTOLs). We have pledged to bring sustainable urban airmobility to life by getting electric air taxis off the ground in a way thatcomplements existing transportation options in megacities across the globe. In2011 we carried out the first-ever crewed flight of a fully electricmulticopter and have since conducted more than 2,000 public and private testflights across the world (www.volocopter.com).

Your mission during this flight: We are seeking a highly skilled and hands-on Electrical Design Engineer – Power Distribution & LV Systems to join our Propulsion Team. In this role, you will be responsible for the electrical design, development, verification, and release of aircraft power distribution and low-voltage electrical systems for Volocopter's eVTOL aircraft. You will own the electrical design of key propulsion electrical hardware, including the Power Distribution Unit (PDU), Low Voltage Power System, and associated DC/DC conversion, protection, monitoring, and control circuits. Working closely with System Architects, Safety Engineers, Mechanical Design Engineers, Software Engineers, Test Engineers, Certification Specialists, and suppliers, you will develop robust and certifiable electrical solutions that meet performance, safety, and certification requirements. This position is ideal for an engineer who enjoys creating hardware designs from concept through certification and aircraft integration.

Responsibilities

Electrical Design

  • Own the electrical design of the aircraft Power Distribution Unit (PDU).
  • Develop electrical architectures for aircraft low-voltage power distribution systems.
  • Design circuits for: HV/LV power distribution DC/DC converters integration Contactor control circuits Power monitoring circuits Current and voltage sensing Pre-charge and discharge functions Electrical protection functions Health monitoring and diagnostics
  • Perform component selection and derating assessments.
  • Develop and maintain schematics, wiring diagrams, and electrical design documentation.
  • Support PCB architecture and layout activities with internal and external design teams.
  • Specify interfaces between PDU, propulsion batteries, BMS, motor controllers, avionics, and aircraft systems.

Analysis & Verification

  • Perform electrical analyses including: Load analysis Power budgets Voltage drop analysis Fault current analysis Protection coordination Thermal impact assessments Worst-case circuit analyses
  • Support EMC/EMI compliance activities.
  • Define electrical verification plans and test procedures.
  • Support laboratory, integration, environmental, and aircraft testing.
  • Investigate and resolve electrical design issues throughout development and testing.

Development & Certification

  • Author and maintain: Requirements specifications Design description documents Interface Control Documents (ICDs) Electrical schematics Verification plans and reports Compliance documentation
  • Ensure designs comply with applicable aviation standards and certification requirements.
  • Support certification activities related to SC-VTOL, ARP4754A, DO-160, DO-254 and other relevant standards.
  • Support requirements verification and traceability activities.

Safety & Systems Engineering Support

  • Collaborate closely with System Architects and Safety Engineers.
  • Support FHA, PSSA, SSA, FMEA, and related safety activities.
  • Implement system safety requirements into electrical hardware designs.
  • Develop fault detection, monitoring, and protection concepts that support aircraft safety objectives.

Supplier Management

  • Manage technical interfaces with electrical component suppliers.
  • Review supplier design data and verification evidence.
  • Support technical trade studies and supplier selection activities.
  • Participate in design reviews and qualification activities.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Mechatronics, or equivalent.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in electrical hardware development for aerospace, automotive, rail, defense, industrial power electronics, or other safety-critical industries.
  • Strong experience in electrical schematic design and electrical system development.
  • Experience designing power electronics or power distribution equipment.
  • Experience with circuit protection devices such as: Contactors SSPCs Fuses Circuit breakers Current sensors Voltage sensors
  • Knowledge of high-voltage and low-voltage electrical systems.
  • Experience with electrical CAD tools such as Altium Designer, Zuken, EPLAN, OrCAD, or similar.
  • Familiarity with requirements-based development processes.
  • Ability to create clear engineering documentation.
  • Fluent English language skills.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Aerospace or eVTOL experience.
  • Experience with battery-electric propulsion systems.
  • Experience with High Voltage systems (400V+).
  • Understanding of aircraft electrical power systems.
  • Familiarity with ARP4754A and ARP4761 processes.
  • Knowledge of DO-160 environmental qualification requirements.
  • Experience with PCB design and PCB layout reviews.
  • Experience supporting hardware qualification and certification programs.
  • Familiarity with CAN, ARINC, Ethernet, or other vehicle communication networks.
  • Experience with MATLAB, Simulink, Python, LTSpice, or similar engineering tools.
  • Knowledge of HV safety concepts and electrical protection architectures.

The successful candidate will:

  • Own and drive the electrical design maturity of the aircraft PDU and LV electrical power system.
  • Deliver high-quality schematics, interface definitions, and design documentation.
  • Ensure electrical designs are robust, testable, certifiable, and manufacturable.
  • Support successful integration with battery systems, propulsion systems, avionics, and aircraft networks.
  • Act as the key electrical design authority for PDU and LV power system hardware within the Propulsion Department.

Job benefits

Our Volocopter flight includes:

  • Fast-growing high-tech company with a superb network of investors and partners
  • Chance to shape the future of aviation
  • Help us to create groundbreaking new projects - from scratch!
  • Personal accountability, as well as growth and learning opportunities, based on your personal strengths
  • An inspiring workplace with modern workspaces, flexible hours, quick decision-making, a flat hierarchy, positive leadership, great team spirit
  • Attractive compensation package

Diversity at Volocopter: Our differences are what make us great. Here at Volocopter, we value equal opportunities and trust. As air mobility industry innovators, we believe that changing the world starts on team level. We are committed to fostering an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to reach their full potential.

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