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Job Title: Senior Electrical Engineer

Function: Engineering

Location: Utrecht, NL

Level: P7

Reports to: Vehicles Team Lead

About ALTEN

ALTEN is a global leader in engineering and technology consulting, offering cutting-edge solutions across multiple industries. From robotics and automation to advanced product development, we are dedicated to innovation and excellence.

As a Senior Electrical Engineer, you will be a key player in our New Product Development team, focusing on prototyping, testing, and commissioning new mobile robotics solutions. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to breakthrough technologies in a fast-paced environment, backed by the stability and resources of a global leader.

Responsibilities

Essential

• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to develop system-level architecture and execute Mobile Robot builds.
• Develop electrical designs from high-level requirements, working independently and within teams.
• Execute proof of concepts (POCs) for streamlining new developments before manufacturing.
• Work closely with mechanical and manufacturing teams to build and test prototypes.
• Maintain attention to detail in testing, recording, and documentation for prototypes and product revisions.
• Participate in and prepare design reviews.
• Conduct evaluations of internal and external technologies to inform product decisions.
• Stay updated on industry trends, applying innovative thinking to development projects.
• Apply technical judgment, creativity, and initiative in all work processes.
• Travel up to 10% to ALTEN manufacturing facilities, other international offices, and customer sites.

Additional

• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's or advanced degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in electrical engineering, covering design, assembly, troubleshooting, and testing of electrical and electromechanical systems (e.g., automotive, construction equipment, mobile robotics).
• Proficiency in using electronic test equipment (DMM, oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, etc.).
• Experience with data communication protocols such as Ethernet, USB, RS-232, RS-422, RS-485, CAN, EtherCAT.
• Proficiency in CAD, simulation, and analysis tools like SPICE, AutoCAD, SolidWorks, MATLAB, and EPLAN.
• Experience with revision control, volume production practices, and data transfer to contract manufacturers.
• Expertise in DC electrical systems for mobile equipment, including lithium-ion batteries, motor controllers, power electronics, PLCs, SBCs, and digital/analog sensors.
• Knowledge of functional safety design and regulatory requirements (CE, ANSI, UL, EMC).
• Experience in cable harness design and routing.

Desired

• PCB design experience.
• Controls engineering experience (control loop implementation, tuning, and troubleshooting).
• Ability to implement and improve electrical engineering processes.

Working Conditions

This position is primarily office-based, with occasional exposure to airborne dust and a stable work surface. Work is performed indoors in a controlled environment, often in close proximity to others.

Physical Activity Requirements

• Occasional: Lifting up to 20 pounds, climbing, stooping, kneeling, squatting, reaching.
• Frequent: Lifting up to 10 pounds, standing.
• Constant: Repetitive movements of arms and hands, sitting with back supported.