Electrical Engineer - Power Electronics
Join us at myGwork - LGBTQ+ Business Community for an exciting opportunity with Rolls‑Royce. This role is full‑time and available for Derby, Bristol or hybrid locations. The position requires an experienced Power Electronics Engineer keen to contribute to the electrification and low carbon strategies of Rolls‑Royce.
Job Description
An experienced Power Electronics Engineer will work within a wider team to deliver cutting‑edge power electronic solutions for a range of applications from 10s of kW up to 1 MW. The role involves full ownership of solutions from concept through design, testing and commissioning. The engineer will act as the technical point of contact for AC‑to‑DC, DC‑to‑AC, DC‑to‑DC and solid‑state power controller systems.
Why Rolls‑Royce?
Rolls‑Royce is an iconic brand leading innovation for over a century, designing and building critical power systems where safety and reliability are paramount. We provide an inclusive, innovative culture that invests in you and offers excellent career development and benefits.
What We Offer
Competitive salary, bonuses, employee support assistance, employee discounts, hybrid working with a minimum of three days in the office per week, and a focus on equality, diversity and inclusion.
What You Will Be Doing
* Acting as a technical PoC for power electronic systems involved with AC‑to‑DC, DC‑to‑AC, DC‑to‑DC conversion and solid‑state power controllers.
* Developing optimum power electronic solutions that consider power quality, EMC and protection aspects, and the interaction of constituent parts.
* Taking full ownership of specific solutions and approaches from concept through to design, testing and final installation, covering electrical, thermal and mechanical aspects.
* Presenting solutions at design review gates and interfacing with internal and external customers.
* Driving innovative approaches to improve traditional methods, capturing intellectual property and directing longer‑term research at university technology centres.
* Mentoring junior engineers and sharing knowledge across the team to ensure optimal system solutions.
* Keeping abreast of the latest developments in power electronics technology to maintain a competitive edge.
* Liaising with the wider international power electronics community and the global community of practice group to support common standards and design guidelines.
What We're Looking For
* At least 5 years of experience in development, design, implementation and verification of power electronic systems.
* Knowledge of plant and platform interfaces, component technology and behaviour during normal and abnormal operation, verification vehicles, electrical design, system architecture and development process constraints.
* Experience with modelling and simulation tools used for designing and developing power electronic conversion systems within a multi‑converter electrical power system.
* Experience in PCB design using Altium and/or Cadence is an advantage.
* A working appreciation of associated engineering disciplines; university degree, higher degree or equivalent.
* Good time‑management skills to prioritise tasks in a high‑pressure environment and respond dynamically to evolving objectives.
* Ability to research application issues and seek solutions from external suppliers, universities, customers and related industries.
* Capability to train people in specific areas and deliver training material.
We are an equal opportunities employer. We’re committed to developing a diverse workforce and an inclusive working environment. We believe that people from different backgrounds and cultures bring different perspectives that are crucial to innovation and problem solving.
We welcome applications from people with a refugee background. You can learn more about our global Inclusion strategy at Our people | Rolls‑Royce.
Closing date: 15th December 2025
Job Category: Electrical and Electronics
Posting Date: 09 Dec 2025
Posting End Date: 15 Dec 2025
Seniority level
* Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
* Full‑time
Job function
* Engineering and Information Technology
Industries
* Manufacturing
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