Concept and architect engineer

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Concept and architect engineer

Concept and architect engineer for High Power Converter systems


Are you looking for a next challenge where you will put your technical expertise within Power Converters for Wind and Hydrogen into play?

Join KK Wind Solutions and:
Be a part of the leading supplier within wind turbine sub-systems and get a unique insight into some of the largest wind turbines as well as the emerging hydrogen plants.


We are looking for a creative electrical engineer driving Power converter concepts and architectures from initial ideas to final products for the Hydrogen and Wind industry, as a part of our Product & Engineering Solutions (P&ES) business unit. 

 

Purpose of the position:
Power converters development and manufacturing is a growing business at KK Wind Solutions. With a promising sales pipeline within the Hydrogen and Wind industry, KK Wind Solutions is looking for an Electrical engineer that can take over detailed Design Concepts of Power Converters to enable sales and provide first technical solutions to customers.


You have the freedom for architectural guidance of the further development during the entire product life cycle: specification, design setup, implementation, verification & validation, preparation for serial manufacturing and handover to the production team.

Highlights of the offer

  • Job offer expiration: 17/04/2025
  • Type of work: Hybrid
  • Role: Individual Contributor / Specialist
  • Location: Europe, Germany, Kempen

Responsibilities

 

You will be part of a team which is accountable for the electro-/mechanical design of KK's own IP Power converters and that should also be ready to support value engineering activities on our customer’s designs.

 

Main tasks:

  • Define the architecture of high-power converter switchboard concepts based on existing sub-modules to comply to customer requirements
  • Support sales pitches with representative system presentations and supplementary technical documentation
  • Define requirements for internal and external submodule development
  • Collaborate with Product Management to define a modular product family while ensuring communication with workstreams and stakeholders
  • Use design supporting tools (e.g., requirement management, D-FMEA, risk assessments) and monitor project performance including time, scope, budget, product cost, and quality
  • Maintain technical expertise via cross-functional training with channels such as online courses, fairs, and conferences

Our requirements

  • Education background on Electrical Engineering or Electromechanical Engineering at Master's level or comparable degree
  • Minimum 6 years design engineer experience in an innovative, collaborative and global working environment
  • Ability to take occasional international travel to Customers, Production and Type test site (≈20 days/year).
  • Fluent in English

 

 

How to Apply:

If the above sounds interesting to you, apply now with your resume in English, and start your journey working with exciting & innovative green technologies. Interviews will be held on an ongoing basis.

We offer

At KK Wind Solutions, we offer you the opportunity to collaborate with colleagues across cultures in developing innovative greentech solutions. Founded on our long history as an industry pioneer and strong financial position, we are always looking for ways to improve our business and encourage new ideas and fresh perspectives. Combined with a flat hierarchical structure and a positive and informal working environment with a can-do attitude, this allows our employees to grow both personally and professionally.

Potential Benefits (Depending on Role)

Further information

If the above matches your field of interest and your qualifications, please send your application and resume as soon as possible. Interviews are held on an ongoing basis.

 

For further information, please contact:
Karen Lim  +45 4194 6883
 

About KK Wind Solutions

Building on more than 40 years of experience, KK Wind Solutions is a leading systems supplier to the renewable energy industry. Our capabilities span developing state-of-the-art technologies, high-quality lean manufacturing, and flexible aftermarket services. KK Wind Solutions is owned by A.P. Moller Holding, the parent company of the A.P. Moller Group, established in 1904 by Arnold Peter Møller. We are a global and diverse team of over 3,700 people, working towards delivering products and services that enable a future powered by renewable energy.


At KK Wind Solutions, our culture and DNA are built on a foundation of can-do attitude and innovation. We actively foster an inclusive work environment that embraces diversity, rejects any form of discrimination, and provides equal opportunities for all people. Our commitment lies in cultivating a strong culture centred around health, safety, wellbeing, and effective teamwork.


Visit www.kkwindsolutions.com to learn more about our company and career opportunities.