Research & Development Hardware Engineer

1 day ago

Stockholm, Stockholm, Sweden WeQuel Full time

Advanced R&D Hardware Consultant – Innovation Agile Unit
Location:
Västerås (Hybrid 50%)

Role Overview
We are looking for an
Advanced R&D Hardware Consultant
to work in a highly specialized research and development environment focused on next-generation power electronics solutions.

In this role, you will operate in the interface between
research (PhD-level innovation)
and
product development for mass production
, taking technical ownership of future products based on
silicon carbide (SiC) semiconductor technology
.

You will act as the
technical owner and project driver
for your assigned product within an agile setup, with a high degree of autonomy and responsibility.

Key Responsibilities
Hardware Development & Design

  • Design and develop advanced power electronics hardware for products
  • Perform PCB design and layout using Altium Designer
  • Integrate electronics into mechanical enclosures, including thermal design and forced convection solutions
  • Collaborate closely with PhD researchers and innovation specialists to mature concepts into producible designs

Laboratory Work & Testing

  • Conduct hands-on laboratory testing and verification of prototypes
  • Work with 400 VAC and higher voltage systems (3-phase) in R&D laboratories
  • Follow ECAP Level 3 procedures, including controlled energizing/de-energizing of lab equipment
  • Validate designs through structured testing, measurements, and documentation

Verification & Simulation

  • Support thermal and electrical validation activities
  • Contribute to or perform CFD and thermal simulations (e.g., Ansys CFD) where applicable
  • Analyze test data and iterate designs based on findings

Agile Product Ownership

  • Act as project manager for your own product within an agile hardware chapter
  • Drive planning, execution, and delivery of development activities
  • Coordinate work across multiple agile teams working in parallel on different product tracks
  • Interface with global units and suppliers

Requirements
Mandatory

  • PhD in Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics, or a closely related field, or strong industrial R&D background with documented research-level expertise.
  • Minimum 2 years of hands-on laboratory experience working with 400 VAC or higher voltages
  • Proven ability to work independently in a laboratory environment (ECAP Level 3 eligibility)
  • Strong background in power electronics hardware design
  • Practical experience with Altium Designer for PCB design and layout
  • Experience with forced convection and thermal management in power electronics systems
  • Experience working in production-near environments, with understanding of industrialization and manufacturability

Working Style & Collaboration

  • Self-driven and comfortable taking full technical responsibility
  • Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across R&D, engineering, and manufacturing
  • Experience working in international, agile development environments
  • Comfortable acting as the bridge between research and industrialization

Work Arrangement

  • Hybrid role in Västerås with up to 50% remote work.
  • 100% on-site presence required during critical laboratory and testing periods
  • Occasional international travel (e.g., Bergamo, Italy or North Carolina, USA)

Why This Role
This role offers a unique opportunity to work at the
forefront of power electronics innovation
, with direct influence on the future product portfolio. You will have significant autonomy, access to advanced R&D facilities, and the chance to bring breakthrough technologies from concept to future industrial products.

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