Electric Propulsion Engineer - EV Systems
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LocationRas Al-Khaimah, Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates
Typefull-time
SenioritySenior
Experience5+ yrs
DepartmentEngineering
Company size501–1,000 people
PostedMay 11, 2026 · 5mo ago
Verified live23h ago
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Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automotive Engineering, Power Electronics, or related field
Minimum 5 years of experience in electric propulsion, EV systems, industrial electric drives, or electric mobility projects
Strong hands-on experience with PMSM motors
Strong hands-on experience with Axial flux motors
Strong hands-on experience with Inverters and motor drives
Strong hands-on experience with HV battery systems
Strong hands-on experience with Chargers and power electronics
Strong hands-on experience with Cooling and thermal management systems
Strong understanding of HV safety systems
Strong understanding of Electrical protection systems
Strong understanding of Energy management systems
Strong understanding of Electric propulsion architecture
Strong understanding of Communication protocols and real-time system operation
Ability to define system communication flow, signal mapping, and operational logic for integration with programming and automation teams
Strong troubleshooting, testing, and system integration capabilities
Experience in EV, automotive, industrial automation, robotics, or electric mobility industries is considered a strong advantage
Skills
PMSM motors
Axial flux motors
Inverters
Motor controllers
Onboard chargers
High-voltage battery systems
DC/DC converters
Power distribution systems
CAN Bus
CANopen
Modbus
NMEA 2000
Ethernet/IP
About the role
Sunreef Yachts is seeking an experienced Electric Propulsion Engineer to support the development and integration of advanced electric propulsion systems for next-generation electric and hybrid platforms. The role focuses on propulsion architecture, high-voltage systems, communication networks, testing, and overall system integration.
Key Responsibilities
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Design and develop electric propulsion architectures for electric and hybrid mobility platforms.
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Lead integration and operation of:
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PMSM motors
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Axial flux motors
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Inverters and motor controllers
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Onboard chargers
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High-voltage battery systems
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DC/DC converters
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Power distribution systems
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Define system architecture, electrical interfaces, communication logic, and operational strategies between propulsion components.
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Be fully familiar with communication protocols and system behavior, ensuring proper integration between all propulsion devices and delivering clear technical requirements and interface definitions to the PLC/software programming teams.
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Be familiar with communication protocols including CAN Bus, CANopen, Modbus, NMEA 2000, Ethernet/IP, and other industrial communication systems, and collaborate closely with the PLC/software programming teams to define communication logic, signal mapping, and system integration requirements.
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Support battery integration, thermal management, and cooling system design for motors, inverters, and HV battery packs.
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Perform load testing, validation, diagnostics, troubleshooting, and performance optimization of electric propulsion systems.
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Work closely with software, PLC, HMI, and automation teams during system integration and commissioning.
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Support fault analysis, safety systems, real-time monitoring, and system protection strategies.
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Coordinate with suppliers and manufacturers for propulsion equipment integration, testing, and technical support.
Requirements
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Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automotive Engineering, Power Electronics, or related field.
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Minimum 5 years of experience in electric propulsion, EV systems, industrial electric drives, or electric mobility projects.
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Strong hands-on experience with:
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PMSM motors
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Axial flux motors
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Inverters and motor drives
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HV battery systems
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Chargers and power electronics
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Cooling and thermal management systems
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Strong understanding of:
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HV safety systems
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Electrical protection systems
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Energy management systems
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Electric propulsion architecture
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Communication protocols and real-time system operation
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Ability to define system communication flow, signal mapping, and operational logic for integration with programming and automation teams.
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Strong troubleshooting, testing, and system integration capabilities.
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Experience in EV, automotive, industrial automation, robotics, or electric mobility industries is considered a strong advantage.
Benefits
What We Offer:
· Competitive salary and benefits package
· Opportunity to work on innovative and sustainable projects
· Supportive and growth-oriented work environment
· Exposure to international standards and advanced technologies