Stefan Berghaus
Lead System Application Engineer Electrical Drives @Valeo
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WORK HISTORY
Lead System Application Engineer Electrical Drives @Valeo
Lead Integration & Application Engineer | VW MEB Base+ InverterKey Accomplishment:Series Production Success: Successfully led the inverter application and system integration for the VW MEB Base+ platform to full series production (SOP), achieving a 100% parameter maturity level.Responsibilities & Technical Expertise:Advanced Control & Thermal Management:* Implementation and optimization of Six-Step Modulation to maximize high-speed performance and voltage utilization.Development and calibration of complex thermal models for inverter and motor protection.Integration of safety-critical thermal derating strategies (current limiting) to ensure component longevity and system reliability under thermal stress.Technical Leadership: Orchestrated cross-functional teams and managed project timelines, ensuring seamless coordination for the inverter application workstream.Calibration & Optimization: Performed high-precision parameter identification and control optimization for electric motors and inverters using ETAS INCA, Vector CANape, and CANoe.Global Vehicle Testing (Extremes): Conducted extensive international vehicle expeditions for final system sign-off:Cold Climate: New Zealand, Northern Sweden and Finland.Hot Climate & Dust: Arizona (USA), South Africa, Spain and Italy.Market Release: On-site validation in Shanghai (China) for final vehicle functional safety release.Stakeholder Management: Primary Technical Point of Contact (Customer Interface) for Volkswagen regarding all calibration and application topics.
EDUCATION
University of Applied Sciences Osnabrück
Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.), Engineering of Technical Systems (Electrical Engineering)
University of Applied Sciences Osnabrück
Master of Science (M.Sc.), Electrical Engineering - Automation Systems
ABOUT STEFAN BERGHAUS
With a strong foundation in electrical engineering, I have built my expertise through a combination of academic achievements and professional experience. My journey began with a dual Bachelor\'s degree in Engineering of Technical Systems from the University of Applied Sciences Osnabrück, followed by a Master\'s degree in Electrical Engineering - Automation Systems at the same institution. Over the years, I have honed my skills in developing and optimizing electric traction drives for passenger vehicles, creating measurement strategies, and collaborating closely with internal and external stakeholders. My work has consistently focused on innovation and technical excellence across various roles in engineering.Valeo is at the forefront of transforming global mobility by delivering innovative solutions that prioritize safety, intelligence, sustainability, and comfort. As an industry leader with expertise spanning electrification systems, driving assistance technologies, interior reinvention innovations, and advanced lighting solutions for vehicles worldwide—Valeo partners with automakers to drive change together. With operations across 28 countries as well as numerous production sites and R&D centers globally—our mission is clear: to shape cleaner transportation for future generations. Contact me if you would like to learn more about our groundbreaking advancements!
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