Field Application Engineer (China)

Field Application Engineer

OPAL-RT Technologies is looking for a Field Application Engineer based in Beijing or Nanjing, China. OPAL-RT's mission is to democratize real-time simulation, making it accessible to every engineer and researcher. As a world leader in real-time simulation applications, OPAL-RT's tools are used in sectors such as aerospace, automotive, energy, and industrial manufacturing. By joining OPAL-RT, you will be contributing to the technologies of the future.

The Field Application Engineer will support OPAL-RT's software and hardware tools for real-time hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) applications. The candidate is responsible for customer's on-site training, commissioning and integration, as well as internal support and testing. They will also support OPAL-RT's distributors in the Asia-pacific region, help on upcoming deliveries, and develop internal support tools. The candidate should have technical abilities, a focus on customer satisfaction, excellent problem-solving skills, and solid knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems. They will manage both day-to-day customer support and long-term internal projects.

This opportunity offers flexibility, the chance to develop advanced technical skills, and customer-contact experience. The employee will become available for worldwide travel to customer's site. They will learn multiple aspects of the HIL simulation and its application, allowing them to be in close contact with various industries such as power electronics, automotive, aeronautics, electrical drives, and more. A valid passport and eligibility for international travel are required for this role.

Main tasks include:

• Deliver training sessions both internally to team members and externally to clients on hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) and simulation technologies.
• Handling customer requests from the support portal
• Assisting clients to adapt models and perform HIL tests on site (up to 20% of work time)
• Support the development and continuous improvement of training materials and programs related to power systems, control systems, and real-time simulation
• Write technical reports, knowledge base and application notes, etc.
• Participate in marketing events and technical seminars
• Participate in overseas product roll-outs
• Perform product demonstrations.

Requirements include:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in electrical, electronics, or mechanical engineering;
• Experience: 0 to 2 years in a related field;
• Technical knowledge: MATLAB/Simulink and/or LabVIEW; Troubleshooting.
• Basic knowledge of these tools (asset): NI Toolchains, Linux operating systems, FPGA and VHDL programming, Industrial and communication protocols (i.e. CAN, Modbus, SPI, Aurora);
• Significant assets: Hardware-in-the-loop tools (RT-LAB, NI-Veristand, HYPERSIM, dSPACE, Speedgoat, Typhoon, or RTDS), Industrial HIL testing experience for a full electric vehicle, Simulation of power electronic converters, and Usage of Xilinx System Generator;
• Language abilities: Mandarin and English required, Japanese or Korean is an asset;
• Soft skills: Customer satisfaction, autonomy and proactivity, planning and organization, good communication skills, teamwork and interpersonal qualities, discipline and determination, flexibility and adaptation, able to deal with ambiguity and pressure.
• Work hours: Flexible schedule of 40 hours/week

Why work for OPAL-RT?

• Stimulating challenges that promote learning and teamwork.
• Friendly and collaborative work environment.
• Flexible hours to accommodate a balanced work-family lifestyle.
• Flexible schedule of 40 hours/week.
• Competitive salary.
• Group insurance plan tailored to your needs.
• 2 weeks of vacation per year, plus the possibility of accumulating up to two additional weeks.