Design Engineer - Gear Differential Systems jobs at Johnson Electric in Germany, Aachen

As a Systems Engineer, you will support global project teams in designing system architecture, managing requirements, and performing component and system testing. Working in a cross-functional team, you’ll help develop integrated mechatronic systems for automotive applications, combining hydraulic systems with motors, controllers, and software. You will also contribute to process improvements and testing through bench and vehicle integration.

Your Responsibilities will be to:

• Develop mechatronic systems according to the V-Model in compliance with automotive standards

• Understand system requirements on a multi-disciplinary level, define sub-systems and interfaces

• Coordinate with global expert teams

• Design and develop systems and system architectures based on customer requirements and for internal development activities

• Support in defining the testing strategy and scope and support testing and validation on system and integration level

• Work closely with customer and inter-company development team

Our requirements:

• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering or related fields

• Relevant experience of ideally 2-3 years in a similar position

• Proficiency in reading technical drawings and ability to create, interpret schematics and diagrams

• Able to navigate in CAD systems and able to understand FEA and CFD results

• Practical experience in mechanical and hydraulic systems

• Solid experience in common development tools (e.g. Matlab, Simulink)

• Familiarity with tools which manage requirements (e.g. Doors, Helix) is a plus

• Solid understanding of physical principles

• Excellent team player with a proactive, hands-on attitude, strong communication and problem-solving skills

• Proficiency in English (both spoken and written), while proficiency in German is highly preferred

What we offer:

• Top-industry compensation and benefits package

• Work-life balance: through flexible working hours and 6 weeks of vacation

• The opportunity to develop your professional skills thanks to the wide range of products we manufacture

• Modern workspaces, good transport connections, free parking in the car park, health promotion, business bike, company pension scheme, regular company events, company football, and much more

As a Systems Integration Engineer, you will focus on integrating components into complete systems, ensuring compatibility and seamless operation. Your role includes hands-on testing, troubleshooting, and validating system performance through bench and vehicle-level integration. You’ll work across mechanical, electrical, and software domains to deliver advanced hydraulic systems for automotive applications.

Your Responsibilities will be to:

• Develop mechatronic systems according to the V-Model in compliance with automotive standards

• Understand system requirements with focus on motor, electronics and software subsystems, define sub-systems and interfaces

• Coordinate with global expert teams

• Design and develop systems and system architectures based on customer requirements and for internal development activities

• Support in defining the testing strategy and scope and support testing and validation on system and integration level

• Work closely with customer and inter-company development teams

Our requirements:

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Embedded systems, Mechatronics or related fields

• Previous experience in similar roles is considered as a plus; fresh graduates are welcome to apply.

• Extensive knowledge and experience of electromechanical systems

• Experience with BLDC motor controller HW design, circuit analysis and microprocessors for BLDC control applications

• Experience with CAN, LIN communication protocols

• Knowledge of Functional Safety, Cyber security is a plus

• Knowledge of V-Model development processes and ASPICE is a plus

• Practical experience with electronic test equipment and Vector Hardware are considered as a plus

• Solid experience in common development tools (e.g. Matlab, Simulink)

• Familiarity with tools which manage requirements (e.g. Doors, Helix) is a plus

• Solid understanding of physical principles

• Excellent team player with a proactive, hands-on attitude, strong communication and problem-solving skills

• Proficiency in English (both spoken and written), while proficiency in German is highly preferred

What we offer:

• Top-industry compensation and benefits package

• Work-life balance: through flexible working hours and 6 weeks of vacation

• The opportunity to develop your professional skills thanks to the wide range of products we manufacture

• Modern workspaces, good transport connections, free parking in the car park, health promotion, business bike, company pension scheme, regular company events, company football, and much more

PURPOSE & SCOPE:

As a Working student in Research & Innovation at Johnson Electric, you will play a key part in shaping the future of electric mobility by assessing components of Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) powertrains using powder metallurgy (PM). Your responsibilities will involve designing gears for BEV applications to meet the durability requirements and enhanced NVH performance. Additionally, you will validate the designs by conducting tests on test-rigs and through in-vehicle testing.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design and analysis of gears using KISSsoft.
• Evaluation of other mechanical components including shafts, bearings and other mating components in BEV transmission.
• Modal analysis of components through experimental testing and simulation.
• Detailed documentation of results and creation of 2D manufacturing drawings.
• Track and monitor tasks, deadlines, and milestones.
• Support the testing and validation of innovative products.
• Document project progress, testing outcomes, and validation processes.
• Collaborate with various stakeholders and teams.

Education and/or Experience:

• Enrolled in a relevant degree program (Mechanical, Automotive, Electrical, Mechatronics, Energy Systems Engineering).
• Knowledge in gear design software like KISSsoft, MASTA, Zako3D.
• Strong interest in innovation, project management, and product validation.
• Excellent organizational skills and a structured way of working.
• Ability to prioritize and work independently.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and CAD tools

Language Skills:

• Proficient in English (both spoken and written)
• German and/or Chinese are beneficial

PURPOSE & SCOPE

As a design engineering student, you will work closely with experienced design engineers, contributing to project execution while developing your technical and organizational skills. Part design, module architecture, tolerance calculations, simulations, system and component testing and customer contact are part of the daily business, leading to the creation of highly integrated mechatronic systems. All this takes place in a globally aligned environment. You will be part of a cross-functional team, supporting in the integration of hydraulic systems for the automotive industry by combining oil-pumps with brushless motors, controllers, software, and additional components depending on the target application. Contribute to the growth of the business by assisting in the continuous improvement effort of processes, design, analysis and testing through bench and vehicle integration.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Contribute to the development of mechatronic systems in accordance with the V-Model and automotive industry standards

Design

• Collaborate with internal teams to integrate hydraulics, electronics and software
• CAD/PLM-Maintenance
  • Creation of simple CAD-Data (3D/2D)
  • Maintenance of System Parameter
  • Lessons Learned Documentation
• Recording and evaluation of data
  • Dimensional measurements
  • Hydraulic measurements
  • Others
• Support in the documentation
  • Technical presentations
  • Reports
  • Others

Testing and Validation:

• Support on system, sub-system and integration level:
  • Coordinate and execute test strategies on different hydraulic and non-hydraulic test benches
  • Report, document and present results to the engineering team

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor/Master’s student in Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering or related discipline
• Experience with CAD/PLM is a plus
  (Creo/Windchill/SolidEdge/Teamcenter)
• Practical experience in mechanical and hydraulic systems is a plus
• Ability to create, interpret schematics and diagrams

Qualifications

• Strong team player with "can do" and "hands on" attitude
• Strong in maintaining clear records and managing complex workflow
• Strong communications and problem-solving skills
• Great understanding of physical principles

Language Skills

• Proficient in English (both spoken and written)

PURPOSE & SCOPE

As a systems engineering student, you will work closely with experienced systems engineers, contributing to project execution while developing your technical and organizational skills. System design, system architecture, requirement handling, system and component testing and customer contact are part of the daily business, leading to the creation of highly integrated mechatronic systems. All this takes place in a globally aligned environment. You will be part of a cross-functional team, supporting in the integration of hydraulic systems for the automotive industry by combining oil-pumps with brushless motors, controllers, software, and additional components depending on the target application. Contribute to the growth of the business by assisting in the continuous improvement effort of processes, design, analysis and testing through bench and vehicle integration.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Contribute to the development of mechatronic systems in accordance with the V-Model and automotive industry standards

System Integration

• Collaborate with internal teams to integrate hydraulics, electronics and software
• Support to ensure seamless integration of sub-systems
• Enhance test setups/benches:
  • Strengthen automation
  • Develophydraulic/mechanic/electronicimprovements

Testing and Validation:

• Support on system, sub-system and integration level:
  • Coordinate and execute test strategies on different hydraulic and non-hydraulic test benches
  • Report, document and present results to the engineering team

Education and/or Experience

• Master’s student in Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering or related discipline
• Practical experience in mechanical and hydraulic systems is a plus
• Competent in coding with e.g. MATLAB, Phyton, CAPL, C/C++ is a plus
• Ability to create, interpret schematics and diagrams

Qualifications

• Strong team player with "can do" and "hands on" attitude
• Strong in maintaining clear records and managing complex workflow
• Strong communications and problem-solving skills
• Great understanding of physical principles

Language Skills

• Proficient in English (both spoken and written)

• Define and execute test plans for design validation (DV) and production validation (PV)

• Develop test concepts and fixture designs for gear, shaft, and housing assemblies

• Coordinate prototype builds and validation samples with internal and external partners

• Program, monitor, and analyze endurance, strength, and NVH tests on test benches

• Analyze test data and create structured reports with clear conclusions and recommendations

• Support root cause analysis and issue resolution (in collaboration with design and quality)

• Contribute to the creation of validation documentation (DVP&R, test specs, test reports)

• Interface with suppliers, customers, and international teams on testing and release topics

:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering or related field

• Ideally more than 2 years of experience in years of experience in testing or validation of mechanical components or systems

• Prior exposure to automotive environments preferred

• Familiarity with drivetrain test benches, endurance and fatigue testing methods

• Hands-on experience with test setup, instrumentation, and data acquisition systems

• Experience in failure analysis, material characterization, NVH testing, gear performance evaluation, and durability testing is highly desirable

• Fluency in English is mandatory. German language proficiency is desirable, while fluency in Chinese would be a significant asset

• Analytical mindset with strong documentation and reporting skills

• Structured and proactive working approach, comfortable in dynamic environments

• Perform macro and micro geometry design of gears and gear systems

• Optimize gear tooth root geometry using FEA and fatigue models

• Design and 3D model mechanical components: gears, shafts, washers, housings, etc.

• Create technical drawings and tolerance stacks according to automotive standards

• Support DFMEA, tolerance analysis, and design reviews

• Interface with internal prototyping and validation teams

• Collaborate with manufacturing engineers to ensure process-feasible designs

• Contribute to documentation and design release activities

:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

• Ideally more than 2 years of experience in mechanical design, ideally in powertrain or gear applications

• Prior exposure to automotive environments preferred

• Proficient in 3D CAD (e.g. Creo, CATIA, or similar) and GD&T

• Basic understanding of gear design principles (macro/micro geometry, contact patterns) and familiar with gear design tools (KISSsoft, Masta, or similar)

• Basic understanding of gear manufacturing processes

• Structured working approach and ability to work in interdisciplinary teams

• Fluency in English is mandatory. German language proficiency is desirable, while fluency in Chinese would be a significant asset

• Strong problem-solving and communication skills