Senior Systems Engineer

Job Description
Danfoss is proud to be at the forefront of driving a global transformation in digital and electric solutions that increase productivity and energy efficiency. We are truly passionate about investment, and innovation, as we continue to support our customers' journey towards a greener and lower-carbon future.

Danfoss Power Solutions is looking for a highly motivated Senior Systems Engineer specializing in hydraulic systems to work in its Digital Displacement innovation center located in Edinburgh, Scotland. In this position, you will work in a team developing and supporting Digital Displacement applications for mobile off-highway machinery.

Job Responsibilities
As our new Senior Systems Engineer, responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Develop prototype hardware and software from concept to implementation
• Perform tests to evaluate the performance of prototype systems and analyse the data
• Support customer applications from beginning to end
• Deliver viable concepts to the product development team
• Provide support to other departments as required by the product development team
• Assist with the preparation of patent filings
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of innovations in this field, identify opportunities, and conduct independent research
  
  

Background & Skills
To succeed in this position, we are expecting you to have:

• A Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Mechanical or Mechatronics Engineering alongside demonstrable relevant work experience, or a PhD in the field of fluid power research and development
• Simulation and modelling experience, particularly the use of model-based design to develop control systems using Matlab Simulink
• Strong analytical skills
• Knowledge of data acquisition and data analysis
• Working knowledge of control theory concepts
• Basic or working coding/programming knowledge
• Practical mechanical and electrical skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Willingness to travel
  
  

Desirable is if you have experience of some of the following:

• Experience with CAN bus communication
• Customer interaction experience, particularly working with large OEMs
• Experience with excavators, heavy machinery, on or off-highway vehicles
• 3D CAD experience, e.g., Solidworks or Siemens NX
  
  

At Danfoss, we believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace fosters creativity, innovation, and a broader perspective in decision-making. When you consider this job posting, do you feel like your profile is not a perfect match? Numerous studies have found that women and people of color are more likely to apply only when they meet all requirements listed in the job posting. Even if you do not check all the boxes, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are curious to find out how you can bring new insights to the role or to Danfoss as an organization

Danfoss – Engineering Tomorrow
At Danfoss, we are engineering solutions that allow the world to use resources in smarter ways - driving the sustainable transformation of tomorrow. No transformation has ever been started without a group of passionate, dedicated and empowered people. We believe that innovation and great results are driven by the right mix of people with diverse backgrounds, personalities, skills, and perspectives, reflecting the world in which we do business. To make sure the mix of people works, we strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are treated equally, respected, and valued for who they are. It is a strong priority within Danfoss to improve the health, working environment and safety of our employees.

Following our founder’s mindset “action speaks louder than words”, we set ourselves ambitious targets to protect the environment by embarking on a plan to become CO2 neutral latest by 2030.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.