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Power Conditioning Engineer
2015-07-28 20:22:04| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Directorate of Technical and Quality Management The European Space Agency is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from women POST Power Conditioning Engineer in the Power Management and Distribution Section, Power Systems Division, Electrical Engineering Department, Directorate of Technical and Quality Management. This post is classified in the A2A4 grade band of the Coordinated Organisations salary scale. LOCATION ESTEC, Noordwijk The Netherlands. DUTIES Reporting to the Head of the Power Management and Distribution Section, the Power Conditioning Engineer will be responsible for providing specialist support in all aspects of power electronics and associated technology to one or more spacecraft projects, while additionally preparing, monitoring and guiding applied research contracts in the area of power conditioning and distribution. The main tasks will be maintaining stateoftheart expertise and competence in the area of power conditioning and distribution technologies establishing design standards, including specifications and guidelines providing power conditioning and distribution support to studies and approved ESA projects, including payload equipment driving development contracts related to future power conditioning and distribution concepts and technologies required for future ESA projects contributing to the dissemination of the results of activities performed and to knowledge transfer across the Agency. QUALIFICATIONS Applicants for this post should have a Masters degree or equivalent in electrical or electronic engineering or physics with experience in the development of power electronics. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in power electronics equipment design and testing, including a practical knowledge of the space environments impacts and interfaces with other spacecraft subsystems a good background in power electronics with indepth expertise in the state of the art, together with good experience of digital and analogue electronics and control theory a sound knowledge of the specialist technological areas involved in spacecraft power conditioning equipment experience in the definition and specification of research and development activities experience in computer simulation of electrical circuits. Experience in digital control of power regulators would be an asset. Applicants should have good interpersonal and communication skills. They should be able to work effectively, autonomously and cooperatively in a diverse and international team environment, defining and implementing solutions in line with team and individual objectives and project deadlines. Candidates should also have good analytical, organisational and reporting skills, a proactive attitude to problemsolving and an interest in innovative technologies. The working languages of the Agency are English and French. A good knowledge of one of these two languages is required together with a working knowledge of the other language. Knowledge of another member state language is an asset. CLOSING DATE The closing date for applications is 08 September 2015. Applications from external candidates for this position should preferably be made online at the ESA Web Site www.esa.intcareers. Those unable to apply online should submit their CV to the Head of the Human Resources Division, ESTEC, Keplerlaan 1, 2201 AZ Noordwijk ZH The Netherlands. The Agency may require applicants to undergo selection tests. Under ESA Regulations, the age limit for recruitment is 55. Please note that applications are only considered from nationals of one of the following States Austria, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Romania, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and Canada. Priority will be first given to internal candidates and secondly to external candidates from underrepresented member states. In accordance with the European Space Agencys security procedures and as part of the selection process, successful candidates will be required to undergo basic screening before appointment.
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UST Ships 1000th Power Conditioning Unit
2014-08-12 00:04:00| Electrical Construction & Maintenance
Utility Systems Technologies, Inc. will ship its 1,000th unit to a major American rail transport company later this month. read more
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Power Conditioning Engineer
2014-02-27 13:37:58| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Space Applications Services performs space system and software engineering for the European Space Agency ESA, National Space Agencies and the space industry. We are involved in international unmanned and manned spacecraft programmes. We require staff, wishing to join our team to work in a dynamic international environment for the following position Power Conditioning Engineer ENGSERVPCE201403 Tasks and Responsibilities The work will be performed at the European Space Research and Technology Centre ESTEC Noordwijk, The Netherlands. You will provide power conditioning support to studies and approved ESA projects, including payload equipment. You will have the following responsibilities Design, development and test of spacecraft power systems for onboard applications Development of simulation blocks for system analysis batteries, solar cells arrays, power control and distribution units Support to laboratory activities concerning design and development or verification of circuits for power management and distribution Active involvement in critical RD activities support Assisting to the development and validation of worst case simulation blocks for electrical equipment analysis converters, shunt regulators, current limiters, protections, critical telemetry or telecommand functions The development and verification of high voltage design technologies and associated power converters. Qualifications, Experience and Skills Applicants should have a university degree or equivalent in electrical or electronic engineering or physics and they should have experience in the development of power electronics. Furthermore, candidates should have following experience and skills Strong electrical power processing background, together with a good experience of digital and analogue electronics and control theory Experience in the domain of power conditioning electronics together, with hands on knowledge of the circuit design of such systems Experience in the development of computer models, especially with SPICEbased simulators Practical knowledge of the impacts of the space environment and interfaces with spacecraft subsystems, and experience with High Voltage power conditioning for space application would be an asset Fluency in English is mandatory knowledge of another European language is an advantage. Conditions If you feel you meet the requirements for this job please send your CV together with a letter of motivation in English and Word format by email to jobsspaceapplications.com referencing as the email subject the job reference ENGSERVPCE201403. Applications must be received before 13th March 2014. We are looking for candidates who are available from May 2014 or as soon as possible thereafter. A competitive remuneration package will be offered with relocation assistance where necessary.
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Electrical Power Conditioning and Distribution Engineer, RTCTEC135
2014-02-21 10:35:55| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Electrical Power Conditioning and Distribution Engineer, based at the European Space Agency, Noordwijk, The Netherlands Sercos space heritage over the last 40 years has placed us in the Space News Top 50 Space Industry Manufacturing and Services Companies. With over 1500 staff in the space business covering a wide spectrum of experience and skills, we convey best practice, expertise and innovation in our business. All members of our recruitment team have extensive space experience, so have the insight necessary to support you through the application process. Serco Nederland BV is looking for an Aerospace Engineer to provide electrical power system and conditioning technical support to ESA projects and technology development in the following activities The design, development and test of spacecraft power systems for onboard applications. Encompasses, definition of centralised power systems with overall power levels up to 25 kilowatts, their interfaces, with respect to solar arrays and batteries, the attendant power distributionprotection equipments and pyrotechnic activation functions. Detailed tasks include the overall system design necessary for the development of faulttolerant power control and distribution concepts, the detailed design of the power regulators and the identificationuse of tools and methods for ensuring dependable design and verification. The development of simulation blocks for system analysis batteries, solar cells arrays, power control and distribution units, useful for the independent evaluation of critical power and energy budgets. Support to laboratory activities concerning design and development or verification of circuits for power management and distribution solar array and battery conversion electronics, power distribution and protection electronics, power conversion for generic and specific purposes, including redundancy and protections Involvement in critical RD activities support, by simulation, worstcase analysis and laboratory testing of the overall system or of the most critical subunits Assisting to the development and validation of worstcase simulation blocks for electrical equipment analysis converters, shunt regulators, current limiters, protections, critical telemetry or telecommand functions for the independent check of the most critical equipment functionality and performances, in support to all programmes reviews where the power conditioning section is involved. The development and verification of high voltage design technologies and associated power converters, suitable for application as Electronic Power Conditioners, EPCs, for specialized spacecraft payloads such as Travelling Wave Tube Assemblies, TWTAs, and Electric Propulsion Concepts. Qualifications and Requirements Applicants require a PhD or equivalent in Electrical or Electronic Engineering or Physics. You require a good electrical power processing background, together with experience of digital and analogue electronics, and control theory. We are looking for a dynamic and motivated Engineer, good team work and communication skills. Essential skills Experience in the development of computer models, especially with SPICEbased simulators. Knowledge and the experience, of High Voltage power conditioning for space applications Familiarity with simulation software for analogue systems, Mathlab, Simulink or similar, and circuit analysis tools such as PSPICE or Microcap Specific experience in the domain of power conditioning electronics together, with hands on knowledge of the circuit design Please note that Serco reserves the right of changing the advertisement closing date or to close vacancy at any time. We therefore strongly advise you to apply for the role promptly in order to avoid any disappointment in such exceptional circumstances. If you believe you have the skills and experience for the above post, please submit your application via our eRecruitment website. httpswww.amris.comsercorequirementdisplay.php?refSearchrequirementid50039 Mandatory Applicants must hold a current valid work permit for the Netherlands or be EU nationals. If you have any questions regarding this opportunity please address them to the Dutch recruitment team at space.careersserco.com Position Electrical Power Conditioning and Distribution Engineer Reference RTCTEC135 Application closing date 16th March 2014 Start date 1st Mat 2014 Important Please be aware that security clearance may be part of the selection process Please also take the opportunity to register with Serco eRecruitment for automatic email alerts for new opportunities httpswww.amris.comsercoalertssignupform.php For additional information about Serco Group please consult our website www.serco.com For additional information about Serco Europe please consult our website www.serco.comeurope
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Electrical Power Conditioning and Distribution Engineer
2014-02-20 17:35:41| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
RHEA is currently recruiting an Electrical Power Conditioning and Distribution Engineer who will be working on the design, development and test of spacecraft power systems for onboard applications. This work encompasses the definition of centralised power systems having overall power levels up to 25 kilowatts, together with their interfaces with respect to solar arrays and batteries, the attendant power distributionprotection equipments and pyrotechnic activation functions. This position is based at our clients premises in Noordwijk, The Netherlands. Tasks and Activities Your primary tasks and activities may include Overall system design necessary for the development of faulttolerant power control and distribution concepts, Detailed design of the power regulators and the identificationuse of tools and methods for ensuring dependable design and verification. The development of simulation blocks for system analysis batteries, solar cells arrays, power control and distribution units useful for the independent evaluation of critical power and energy budgets in support to running projects of the Agency. Support to laboratory activities concerning design and development or verification of circuits for power management and distribution solar array and battery conversion electronics, power distribution and protection electronics, power conversion for generic and specific purposes, including redundancy and protections. Active involvement in critical RD activities support by simulation, worst case analysis and laboratory testing of the overall system or of the most critical subunits. Assisting to the development and validation of worst case simulation blocks for electrical equipment analysis converters, shunt regulators, current limiters, protections, critical telemetry or telecommand functions useful for the independent check of the most critical equipment functionality and performances, in support to all programmes reviews where the power conditioning section is involved. The development and verification of high voltage design technologies and associated power converters, suitable for application as Electronic Power Conditioners EPCs for specialized spacecraft payloads such as Travelling Wave Tube Assemblies TWTAs and Electric Propulsion Concepts. Skills and Experience You must possess the following skills and experience A university degree or equivalent in Electrical or Electronic Engineering or Physics. At least 4 years previous relevant work experience in the field. Good electrical power processing background, together with a good experience of digital and analogue electronics and control theory. Specific experience in the domain of power conditioning electronics together, with hands on knowledge of the circuit design of such systems. Good experience with simulation software for analogue systems MathlabSimulink or similar and circuit analysis tools such as PSPICE or Microcap. The following skills would be highly desirable. The knowledge and the experience on High Voltage power conditioning for space application constitute an asset. How to Apply Looking to take your career to the next level? Interested applicant should submit their CV and Cover Letter to RHEAs Recruitment team at careersrheagroup.com no later than March 14th 2014. We look forward to hearing from you!
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