Design Engineer - Electric Motor Design

Job description

**Role & responsibilities** - **Design & Development of PMSM / Induction Motors** Develop and optimize motor designs based on application requirements, focusing on performance, efficiency, and reliability. - **Simulation using ANSYS RM Expert / Maxwell (2D)** Perform electromagnetic analysis to validate designs, optimize torque, reduce losses, and improve overall motor performance. - **Lamination & Magnetic Material Design** Work on lamination stack design and selection of magnetic materials to achieve desired efficiency and manufacturability. - **Prototype Building & Testing** Support motor prototype assembly, testing, and validation to ensure design meets performance targets. - **Cross-functional Coordination** Collaborate with mechanical, production, sourcing, and quality teams for smooth motor development and industrialization. - **SAP Item Code & BoM Creation** Create and manage item codes and Bill of Materials (BoM) in SAP for motor assemblies. - **Design Validation & Troubleshooting** Analyse test results, identify issues, and implement corrective design improvements during development stages. **Technical Documentation** Prepare and maintain design documents, reports, and specifications to support product development and release. **Qualification and experience -** Bachelors or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering 4 to 5 years of experience in electric motor design, including PMSM motors **Knowledge / skills required** - Strong understanding of Induction and PMSM motor design and electromagnetic fundamentals - Proficiency in ANSYS RM Expert / Maxwell (2D) simulation tools - Knowledge of stator winding design, including winding schemes, slot-pole combinations, and winding factor optimization - Understanding of winding techniques (distributed, concentrated windings) and their impact on performance - Familiarity with winding insulation systems, thermal limits, and manufacturing constraints - Knowledge of lamination design, magnetic materials, and motor manufacturing processes - Experience in motor prototyping, testing, and performance evaluation - Familiarity with SAP for item code creation and BoM management - Good analytical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills **Functional / Technical Competencies** - Motor performance optimization (efficiency, torque, losses, thermal behaviour) - Prototype development and validation capability - Cross-functional coordination and project execution - Technical documentation and reporting skills - Root cause analysis and troubleshooting Behavioral Competencies - Strong ownership and accountability in delivering design outcomes - Collaborative mindset with ability to work across teams and functions - Proactive problem-solving and continuous improvement orientation - Attention to detail and commitment to quality - Effective communication and interpersonal skills - Ability to manage priorities and work in a fast-paced environment