JOIN THE TEAM THAT’S POWERING PROGRESS Building cities. Driving commerce. Saving lives. For over 100 years, Allison Transmission has powered the vehicles and technology that move our world forward.What powers us? Our employees. From the first person hired by James Allison in 1915 to the thousands across the globe who work for Allison today, we’re driving progress everywhere because we employ top talent worldwide. Learn more about this role and how you can begin driving your career forward! Job Title:Power Electronics Engineer, IR&DPay Grade:T4Job Description:Primary Purpose of Role: The Power Electronics Engineer, IR&D is responsible for R&D ideation, technical assessment of companies and technologies, quantification/qualification of perceived value/risk of new technologies, and execution of proof-of-concept projects with third parties related to inverter technology. This position will be working closely with stakeholders within various functional areas, including support of production programs across multiple product lines and in technology, Business and Corporate Development initiatives. To be successful, the Power Electronics Engineer, IR&D must have the ability to effectively collaborate cross-functionally to execute project/program plans and clearly communicate value quantification and technology learnings in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities:
Identify and research a broad range of next generation technologies and trends related to inverters
Influence the organization’s technology roadmap related to power electronics as a part of Steering Committee
Define and execute work packages as part of collaborative projects with 3rd parties related to inverter technology (paper studies, simulation/analysis, physical hardware development and test, and motor controls)
Seek and recommend ‘out-bound’ pursuits for gap closure in achieving Allison’s Technology Roadmap and Business Plan related to power electronics technology
Review ‘in-bound’ partnership and technology opportunities for relevance / applicability
Participate in industry seminars, tradeshows, and other events related to power electronics technology
Communicate results and learnings across the organization, including in-depth discussions with the Product Engineering team
Support technical reviews for ongoing, production inverter programs
Key Performance Measures:
Maintain the pulse of power electronics technology
Ideation and influence on technology roadmap
PoC execution
Communication of learnings
Support of production and Business Development teams
Qualifications:
Bachelors of Science in Engineering Required, Masters of Engineering Preferred
Demonstrated ability to collaborate in a team environment
Experience:
7+ years experience in engineering and engineering R&D related to inverter technology
7+ years relevant automotive or commercial vehicle industry experience (preferred)
Knowledge in inverter and propulsion technology
Knowledge of relevant analysis and simulation tools
Experience finding and creating solutions independently with limited information to deliver a positive outcome
Experience collaborating and working cross functionally on strategic company initiatives
Competencies and Behaviors:
Creative and Innovative: Learns quickly when facing new problems, experiments and will try anything to find solutions; Thinks outside the box
Team Player: Creates a collaborative environment of trust with peers and functional partners
Strategic & Purpose Driven: Understands the overall goal and works in a focused manner towards that goal
Results Focus: Uses analytical thinking to find solutions and deliver results
Scope Factors:
Must maintain an advanced understanding and specialized expertise in inverter design
Will act as a project leader over complex projects, but is not a supervisor of direct reports
Required to submit budget requirements for work scope
Will interact and work with global supplier and corporate team members to assist with determination of the direction of the business as it relates to inverter technology
Travel and/or Physical Demands:
Up to 25% travel
Remote work optional up to 2 days per week, per latest guidelines
Ability to work in tight and low spaces, working around test equipment
Ability to climb into and exit commercial vehicles under development
Primary Location:Indianapolis, INAdditional Locations:Allison Transmission is an equal opportunity employer. We have opportunities for all qualified applicants regardless of age, race, color, sex, religion, creed, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status.If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran requiring assistance and/or reasonable accommodations reviewing any of the careers information, please contact us at [email protected] .Please note that Allison Transmission will make an offer of employment only to individuals who have applied for a position using our official application. Be on alert for possible fraudulent offers of employment. Allison Transmission will not solicit money or banking information from applicants. Allison Transmission is the world’s largest manufacturer of commercial-duty automatic transmissions and hybrid propulsion systems. Our products are specified by more than 300 of the world’s leading vehicle manufacturers and are used in a range of market sectors—from bus, refuse and emergency to construction, distribution and defense. Allison was founded in 1915 in Indianapolis, Indiana, where the company’s global headquarters is still located. We have approximately 1,400 dealer and distributor locations, employ more than 2,700 people around the world and our international presence spans more than 80 countries. Allison Transmission is an equal opportunity employer. We have opportunities for all qualified applicants regardless of age, race, color, sex, religion, creed, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status.If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran requiring assistance and/or reasonable accommodations reviewing any of the careers information, please contact us at 317-242-5000.Please note that Allison Transmission will make an offer of employment only to individuals who have applied for a position using our official application. Be on alert for possible fraudulent offers of employment. Allison Transmission will not solicit money or banking information from applicants.