Automotive Motor Design Engineer
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Industry & Occupation
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Summary
Technical role involving designing, analyzing, prototyping, and evaluating electric motors mounted on automobiles.
Description
Automotive motor design engineers ensure the performance and reliability of motors used in electric vehicles, hybrid vehicles, and similar applications by leveraging electromagnetic field analysis, thermal analysis, and structural analysis for design. They handle material selection, part drawings, 3D CAD modeling, prototyping, and evaluation, while considering costs and manufacturability for mass production. They collaborate with development teams, manufacturing departments, and quality assurance departments to adjust specifications and resolve technical challenges.
Future Outlook
With the progress of electrification, demand for automotive motor design engineers is increasing. Technological innovations are required for higher efficiency and output, new material development, and achieving carbon neutrality.
Personality Traits
Has curiosity or inquisitiveness / Has logical thinking / Has strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Inter-departmental Collaboration / Office Work / Partial Remote Work Possible / Project-based
Career Path
Junior Design Engineer → Senior Motor Design Engineer → Team Leader → Technical Manager → Product Development Department Manager
Required Skills
3D CAD / Basic Circuit Design Knowledge / Finite Element Method Analysis / Motor Design / Thermal Design
Recommended Skills
Machining / Project Management / Reading English Documents / Script Creation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | To quantify motor characteristics and perform optimized design |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because small design mistakes can lead to performance degradation or failures |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Advanced numerical calculations are required for magnetic field analysis and thermal analysis |
| Problem Solving | Important for solving issues that arise during prototyping and evaluation |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly desk work with little heavy labor |
Related Qualifications
- CAD Utilization Technician Exam
- Mechanical Design Technician Exam
Aliases
- Motor Design Engineer
- Onboard Motor Design Engineer
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