biodiesel
The vegetable oil or animal fat based diesel fuel made by lipids reacting with alcohols.
green
Powertrain engineer work on the design of propulsion mechanisms across the automotive sector. This includes technical implementation of powertrain components, such as mechanical engineering, the electronics and software used in modern vehicles, as well as coordination and optimisation of multiple energy sources in the powertrain context.
Competences and skills
39 ESCO relationsEssential knowledge 18 competences
Occupation specific
2 competencesenergy saving potential of automated shift systems
Potential to save energy in automated shift systems through mechanisms such as improved efficiency and better anticipation of upcoming events.
digitalgreen
Sector-specific
9 competenceselectric motors
Motors which are able to convert electrical energy into mechanical energy.
green
energy efficiency
Field of information concerning the reduction of the use of energy. It encompasses calculating the consumption of energy, providing certificates and support measures, saving energy by reducing the demand, encouraging efficient use of fossil fuels, and promoting the use of renewable energy.
green
green automotive technologies
Technologies that allow the development of sustainable practices within the automotive industry. They are focused on lowering the negative effects of this industry on the environment such as air pollution or the use of non-renewable sources, and on using green methods in the design and manufacture of automotive products.
green
hybrid model
The hybrid model consists of principles and fundamentals of service-oriented modelling for business and software systems that allow the design and specification of service-oriented business systems within a variety of architectural styles, such as enterprise architecture.
digital
hybrid vehicle architecture
Hybrid vehicle nomenclature, classification and architectures including efficiency considerations. Pros and cons of series, parallel and power split solutions. It excludes the architecture and R&D in non plug-in hybrid vehicles.
green
mechanical components of vehicles
The mechanical components used in vehicles, their maintenance needs, potential malfunctions and resolution actions.
mechanical engineering
Discipline that applies principles of physics, engineering and materials science to design, analyse, manufacture and maintain mechanical systems.
types of fuels
Types of fuel available on the market such as petrol, diesel, bio-fuel, etc.
vehicle electrical systems
The vehicle electrical systems, including components such as the battery, starter, and alternator. The battery provides energy to the starter. The alternator provides the battery the energy it requires to power the vehicle.
Cross-sector
7 competencesbattery components
The physical components, such as wiring, electronics and voltaic cells that can be found in batteries. The components vary according to size and type of battery.
emission standards
The legal limitations of the amount of pollutants that can be emitted into the environment. The EU legislative framework regulating emission standards for driving vehicles.
green
energy storage systems
The systems to capture the energy produced at one time for use at a later time. This includes the differences between the main battery types, super capacitors and hydrogen or fuel tanks.
green
engineering principles
The engineering elements like functionality, replicability, and costs in relation to the design and how they are applied in the completion of engineering projects.
fuel cell types
Fuel cells functionalities and types. It includes the operating conditions of fuel cells and possible related problems.
green
hybrid control systems
Control systems containing both subsystems with continuous dynamics as well as subsystems with discrete dynamics.
digital
mechanical systems
Mechanical systems, including gears, engines, hydraulic and pneumatic systems. Their functions and likely defects.
Essential skills and competences 17 competences
Occupation specific
2 competencesassess powertrain
Assess suitability of powertrain components for given boundaries such as vehicle mission, traction requirements, dynamic demand and costs. It includes considerations on wheel hub motors, electric drive axle, tandem layout and the necessary transmissions.
design hybrid operating strategies
Design operating strategies for hybrid drive systems, with the exclusion of non plug-in hybrid systems, accounting for the boundaries for energy recuperation and its limiting factors. Consider the possible benefits connected to load shifting and how load shifting can improve the energy management. Understand the problems connected to intermittent operation of the internal combustion engine.
green
Sector-specific
3 competencescompare alternative vehicles
Compare the performance of alternative vehicles based on factors such as their energy consumption and the energy density per volume and per mass of different fuels employed.
green
describe electric drive system
Describe the complete electric drive system with all components needed. These components are the inverter, the e-motor and other auxiliaries like the DC/DC converter, and chargers.
green
evaluate vehicle ecological footprint
Evaluate the ecological footprint of vehicles and use various methods to analyse green-house gas emissions such as CO2 emissions.
green
Cross-sector
12 competencesadjust engineering designs
Adjust designs of products or parts of products so that they meet requirements.
apply health and safety standards
Adhere to standards of hygiene and safety established by respective authorities.
approve engineering design
Give consent to the finished engineering design to go over to the actual manufacturing and assembly of the product.
assess financial viability
Revise and analyse financial information and requirements of projects such as their budget appraisal, expected turnover, and risk assessment for determining the benefits and costs of the project. Assess if the agreement or project will redeem its investment, and whether the potential profit is worth the financial risk.
automotive engineering
The discipline of engineering that combines mechanical, electrical, electronic, software and safety engineering to design motor vehicles such as trucks, vans and automobiles.
digital
conduct performance tests
Conduct experimental, environmental and operational tests on models, prototypes or on the systems and equipment itself in order to test their strength and capabilities under normal and extreme conditions.
define technical requirements
Specify technical properties of goods, materials, methods, processes, services, systems, software and functionalities by identifying and responding to the particular needs that are to be satisfied according to customer requirements.
manage engineering project
Manage engineering project resources, budget, deadlines, and human resources, and plan schedules as well as any technical activities pertinent to the project.
monitor technology trends
Survey and investigate recent trends and developments in technology. Observe and anticipate their evolution, according to current or future market and business conditions.
perform scientific research
Gain, correct or improve knowledge about phenomena by using scientific methods and techniques, based on empirical or measurable observations.
research
use CAD software
Use computer-aided design (CAD) systems to assist in the creation, modification, analysis, or optimisation of a design.
digital
use technical drawing software
Create technical designs and technical drawings using specialised software.
digital
Optional skills and competences 4 competences
Occupation specific
1 competenceanticipate change in car technology
Stay up-to-date with latest trends in car technology and anticipate change in the field.
Sector-specific
2 competencescollaborate with designers
Communicate and collaborate with fellow designers in order to coordinate new products and designs.
use CAE software
Work with computer-aided engineering (CAE) tools to perform analysis tasks such as Finite Element Analysis and Computational Fluid Dynamics.
digital
Cross-sector
1 competencedesign electromechanical systems
Draft sketches and design electromechanical systems, products, and components using Computer Aided Design (CAD) software and equipment.
digital