Job Description

With over 1,400 employees and over 2,700 airports in over 175 countries, ADB SAFEGATE is dedicated to making air travel safe, efficient, and environmentally friendly. With our innovative Airside 4.0® solutions, we help turning airports into smart airports, with the ultimate goal of enhancing the passenger experience.

Senior Validation & Electrical Engineer
Contract Type:  Permanent
Job Location:  Belgium - Zaventem

 

The Opportunity:
As a Senior Electrical Validation & Integration Engineer, you will play a critical role in ensuring that the electrical, electronic, and software designs of our light and power products meet all relevant requirements and standards. Your work will focus on validating new and existing designs, optimizing test processes, and automating test scripts.


You will make an impact by….

 

  • Collaborate during the design phase to provide feedback on the strengths and weaknesses of electrical, electronic, and software designs.
  • Prepare test plans and test cases based on requirement specifications and design concepts, considering factors like new components or software platforms.
  • Validate designs using in-house equipment and external laboratories, ensuring tolerances are suitable for efficient production.
  • Participate in certification activities and testing processes.
  • Maintain and operate the electrical laboratory.
  • Contribute to product specifications and documentation, including manuals and marketing materials.
  • Build expertise in industry standards (FAA, ICAO, etc.) and actively work to improve these standards.
  • Provide technical support to other departments.
  • Research new technologies, materials, and components to enhance product performance.
  • Continuously seek improvements in design and testing tools.
  • Engage with external partners, including suppliers, subcontractors, universities, and laboratories, to foster innovation.
  • Ensure compliance with administrative policies, confidentiality, and regulatory requirements.
  • Evaluate competitor products and monitor trends in the AGL (Airfield Ground Lighting) market.
  • Operate independently while being embedded within the product design team.
  • Drive automation of test procedures, including data collection, troubleshooting, and debugging.

The talent we want to inspire has….

 

Must-Have Skills & Experience:

  • Insight into modern production processes (both in-house and supplier-related), such as PCB’s, transformers, cables, and connectors.
  • Working knowledge of electrical analog/digital circuits & power electronics
  • Expertise in measurement tools (e.g., oscilloscopes, power analyzers, spectrum analyzers,…).
  • Advanced knowledge of automated regression testing, including GUI testing.
  • Experience with load and stress testing of electrical, electronic, and software designs.
  • Experienced in test automation (e.g. python,…)
  • Knowledge of communication protocols (TCP/IP, Modbus RTU, Profibus,…)
  • Professional knowledge of relevant international and national standards (FAA, ICAO, CE/EMC/IEC/LVD requirements).
  • Background as an experienced Electrical Engineer or equivalent.
  • A creative, out-of-the-box mindset.
  • Strong communication skills in English, both written and verbal.
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  • Nice-to-Have Skills:
  • Proficiency in design tools (e.g., Altium, AutoCAD,..) and simulation tools.
  • Knowledge of powerline communication and individual lamp control/monitoring systems.
  • Understanding of series circuit behavior and various types of constant current regulators.
  • Knowledge of certification processes
  • Knowledge of market trends, competitors, and customer potential.

 

What's on offer

 

  • A dynamic and challenging environment that encourages growth and learning.
  • Opportunities to shape the future of our industry and make a significant impact on our company's business
  • A collaborative culture that values innovation, integrity, and inclusivity.
  • Competitive compensation packages, including health benefits etc.

 

 

If you want to join a global business and enjoy being a team player who's driven and passionate, then this is your opportunity to come on board by applying!

 

 

What to learn more about working at ADB SAFEGATE then check out our Career's website https://adbsafegate.com/about/career/

 

 

 

ADB SAFEGATE is an equal opportunity employer. ADB SAFEGATE does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of characteristics protected by law, including but not limited to, race, color, age, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or disability. If you need assistance or reasonable accommodation in completing this application or during the interview, please contact our Human Resources Department.  

Req Id:  1062

 

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