Senior/Principal Engineering Experts (m/f/d) – Power, Optics & Automotive System

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About the Opportunity

We are an executive and high-tech search firm partnering with a world-leading R&D powerhouse and innovation leader driving next-generation digital power, green energy transition, advanced optics, and intelligent mobility.

Operating from state-of-the-art research facilities across Germany, this organization combines massive global R&D backing with an agile, publication- and patent-driven environment. We are seeking top-tier Senior Engineers, Technical Experts, and Principal Researchers to shape next-generation architectures across High-Voltage/Medium-Voltage Systems, Advanced Automotive Display Optics, and Intelligent Chassis Control.

Key Technical Domains & Specializations

We are actively building expert engineering teams across three primary technical pillars:

1. Power Electronics & Grid-Tied Systems (Nuremberg / Munich)

• Utility-Scale Systems: System architecture for large-scale Solar PV, Grid-forming inverters, and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS).
• Medium-Voltage (MV) Conversion: Design of MV Inverters, Power Conversion Systems (PCS), High-Power Converters (Solid-State Transformers), and multi-kilovolt isolation/topologies using SiC/GaN devices.

2. Optics, Photonics & Automotive Displays (Jena / Munich)

• LCOS & Micro-Displays: Architecture and design of Liquid Crystal on Silicon (LCOS) systems, Spatial Light Modulators, and AR-HUD / Automotive HUD technologies.
• Optical System Design: Geometrical optics, freeform optics, straylight/tolerance analysis, and imaging system design using Zemax or Code V.

3. Vehicle Dynamics & Chassis Control Algorithms (Nuremberg / Munich)

• Intelligent Controls: Development of advanced real-time chassis control algorithms (Torque Vectoring, Brake-by-Wire, Steer-by-Wire).
• Safety & Simulation: ISO 26262 functional safety, control system modeling via MATLAB/Simulink, and real-time validation.

Candidate Qualifications & Profile

• Education: Master's Degree or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics, Optics/Photonics, Control Systems, Automotive Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Experience: Proven track record (5–10+ years) in technical leadership, system architecture, or advanced industrial research in one of the domains listed above.
• Innovation Mindset: Strong record of technical achievements, patents, or peer-reviewed publications in safety-critical, high-efficiency, or high-precision applications.
• Standards & Tools: Familiarity with industry-standard development tools (e.g., MATLAB/Simulink, Zemax, DOORS) and compliance standards (e.g., ISO 26262, EMC/EMI, Grid Codes).

Why Join This R&D Ecosystem?

• World-Class Infrastructure: Access to state-of-the-art laboratory environments, multi-MW high-power test benches, cleanrooms, and advanced optical simulation suites.
• High-Impact Engineering: Direct leadership over core technologies driving automotive electrification, renewable energy integration, and next-generation photonics.
• Competitive Package & Mobility: Comprehensive compensation structure, full relocation assistance to Germany, and strong career progression within a globally recognized research ecosystem.

How to Apply

If you are driven to engineer state-of-the-art solutions that define the future of technology, we welcome your application.

Please submit the following documentation:

1. Up-to-date Curriculum Vitae (CV / Resume) outlining your engineering/research milestones.
2. Comprehensive List of Patents & Peer-Reviewed Publications (if applicable).
3. Indication of Primary Focus Area(s) from the domains listed above.

Ready to drive sustainable change in R&D high-technology industry? Simply send us your application documents. We look forward to getting to know you!

Equal Opportunity & Diversity

Both we and our client believe in the power of diversity and foster an inclusive working environment. We therefore welcome all applications—regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social background, religion or belief, disability, age, or sexual orientation and identity. Your qualifications and your passion for the construction sector are what matter most to us.