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Senior Power Electronics Development Engineer

As Senior Power Electronics Development Engineer you will develop control for the power converters and drives in Kongsberg Maritime's products. You will be part of the Drives development team. 

The converter control source code is implemented in embedded C++. The code is then verified through simulation in MATLAB/Simulink and tested in our laboratories. 


Key Responsibilities 

Power Converter Control 

  • Develop control for power converters and drives. 
  • Develop new functionality and improve existing functionality. 
  • Make sure the control is stable, robust and performs well in a wide range of systems. 


Simulation in MATLAB/Simulink 

  • Build and maintain models of converters, drives and the power system in MATLAB/Simulink. 
  • Test the code in simulation (software-in-the-loop) before running it on hardware. 
  • Use simulation to study faults and unusual operating conditions. 
  • Use lab measurements to improve the models. 


Embedded Software – the Tool 

  • Write the control code in C++ for real-time embedded processors. 
  • Take part in code reviews. 
  • Use Git for version control and to work together with the rest of the team on a shared code base. 


Verification in the Lab 

  • Verify new functionality in the lab, including power test setups. 
  • Compare lab results with simulation results and understand any differences. 


Power System Understanding and Fault Finding 

  • Understand how the complete power system works: converters, machines, grid and DC distribution. 
  • Use this understanding to find the root cause of faults during development, testing and in the field. 


Teamwork 

  • Work closely with hardware, FPGA, and software engineers. 
  • Open to share your knowledge and support others. 


What We Are Looking For 

Education 

MSc or PhD in electrical engineering, power electronics, electric drives or a similar field. 


Desirable Technical Skills 

Core skills – power electronics: 

  • Power converters and electric drives 
  • Control of converters and electrical machines 
  • Good understanding of electrical power systems 

Tools and verification: 

  • MATLAB/Simulink modelling and simulation 
  • ABB Virtual Drive Plus 
  • Embedded C++ for real-time control 
  • Lab testing of high-power hardware 

Experience with marine power systems, frequency converters, machines and DC distribution systems is an advantage. 


Desirable Experience 

  • Experience in power electronics development. 
  • You have taken new functionality from simulation to tested product. 
  • You can find and solve technical problems on your own. 


Personal Qualities 

  • Analytical and practical. 
  • Structured and quality-minded. 
  • Comfortable both with simulation and in the lab. 
  • A good team player who shares knowledge. 

Location:
Any of KM's site in Norway

Interested and want to learn more about the position?
Contact: Harald Daltveit, +4748990037

Kongsberg Maritime is a global leader in maritime technology. We deliver advanced solutions to the merchant fleet, offshore, fishing, and naval vessels, setting new standards for safe, efficient, and sustainable operations - both for new builds and existing fleets. In close collaboration with customers and research environments, we develop technology that solves real challenges at sea. Today, more than 30,000 vessels operate with our systems on board. Kongsberg Maritime has more than 8,300 employees in 35 countries.