Automation/Electrical Engineer - HiL Test Platform Development

Automation/Electrical Engineer - HiL Test Platform Development

The Exploration Company

Munich, Germany

We are looking for a passionate and experienced Automation/Electrical Engineer to join our HiL/EGSE Engineering Team in Munich. You will contribute to the design, development, and integration of complex Hardware-in-the-Loop (HiL) platforms, supporting the verification and validation of avionics and electrical subsystems.

Key Responsibilities:

In your role as an Automation/Electrical Engineer for HiL Platform Development, you will be responsible for the following:

• Lead the compliant design of electrical schematics for both power and signal circuits;
• Define and implement safety devices, protection mechanisms, and power management solutions;
• Be responsible for the overall electrical design of the HiL test laboratory;
• Develop and support electrical setups for component and subsystem testing - ranging from simple rigs to highly integrated systems;
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, CE marking, and applicable electrical safety regulations;
• Collaborate with a highly skilled cross-functional team (software, simulation, mechanical, avionics) throughout the development lifecycle;
• Participate in technical reviews, support documentation efforts, and ensure traceability of requirements;
• Occasionally travel abroad to support customers, suppliers, or company affiliates.

You and your team will be in charge of:

• Defining the architecture of HiL electrical systems, ensuring scalability, reliability, and maintainability;
• Selecting, specifying, and integrating electrical components and interfaces for the test platforms;
• Performing make-or-buy analysis, managing suppliers and coordinating with procurement;
• Supporting the integration of real-time simulation environments and electrical interfaces (e.g., power supplies, loads, relays, sensors, signal conditioning);
• Contributing to risk assessments and FMEAs related to electrical design;
• Driving continuous improvement to increase the safety, efficiency, and modularity of test platforms.

What we would love to see from you:

Ideally, you bring the following experience and qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical, Electronic, or Automation Engineering;
• Strong understanding of electrical system design, circuit protection, and signal integrity;
• Solid knowledge of industry standards and regulations (e.g., IEC/EN standards, Machinery Directive, CE marking);
• Experience using electrical CAD tools (e.g., EPLAN, Zuken, or equivalent) for schematic design and documentation;
• Knowledge of electronic circuit design (analog and digital) is a plus;
• Experience working in aerospace, automotive, or industrial automation is highly desirable;
• Familiarity with HiL testing, test bench architecture, or EGSE systems is a plus;
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a pragmatic, cost-conscious design mindset;
• Fluent in English (spoken and written); German is a plus.