Are you looking for a challenging and rewarding role as a Principal Motor Drives Engineer? Do you have extensive experience in electromagnetic design and modelling, motor control and full power system dynamic modelling? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you About Advanced Electric Machines Advanced Electric Machines (AEM), part of the Advanced Electric Machines Group, was formed in November 2016 as a spin out from Newcastle University. Our site is based in Washington, Tyne and Wear, with very close & accessible links to fantastic North East cities; Newcastle upon Tyne & Durham Fast forward to 2024, AEM has worked with industry partners, vehicle manufacturers (globally) and academics to develop the most sustainable & highest performing powertrain solutions for electric vehicles across various industries Our technology is changing the perception of electrification, and when applied, it leaves more rare earth & copper in the groundwhere it belongs We have set world records in efficiency and power density and won prestigious awards for our game-changing products What you'll do: As a Principal Development Engineer, with motor drives engineering experience, you will be responsible for leading electromagnetic analysis and optimisation and the ongoing development of electromagnetic and system modelling of AEM's motors and power systems You will collaborate with other teams to contribute to the overall multi-physics simulation toolset development strategy and roadmaps You will be able to contribute technically as an individual, lead projects and mentor other members of the team. We'd love you to have: MEng degree or equivalent in Electrical Engineering, or other relevant discipline, or a demonstrable level of industrial experience in a relevant industry Extensive relevant industrial experience preferably in a high-volume development and production environment. Automotive experience would be desirable Vast knowledge of electromagnetic design theory of multi-phase machines, coupled with experience in the use and creation of 2D and 3D, static and transient electromagnetic finite element modelling of electrical machines In return you'll get: An opportunity to work for a company producing cutting edge electric motor and powertrain technologies for customers worldwide The chance to join a growing business, and manage your own team; where your achievement will be valued, visible and recognised The opportunity to get valuable hands on experience with our revolutionary motor systems, while exploring and developing on your ideas Great colleague benefits: Competitive Pay rates Company and employee contribution pension scheme Electric Vehicle salary sacrifice scheme including onsite electric charge points Enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Shared Parental Leave 25 days holiday per year, increasing after 2 and 4 years service Flexible working arrangements based around core hours