The Principal Engineer – Power Electronics will lead the development of advanced power electronics systems from clean-sheet concept through to validated hardware. The role is responsible for defining requirements, leading circuit and magnetic design, and overseeing prototype implementation for traction inverters, DC/DC converters, On-Board Chargers (OBC), and associated electrified powertrain systems.
This is a senior technical leadership role requiring deep expertise in power electronics, strong commercial awareness, and the ability to lead multidisciplinary teams in delivering innovative, high-performance, and safety-compliant solutions.
Key Responsibilities
Technical Leadership
Lead the specification, design, and validation of power electronics systems including traction inverters, DC/DC converters, AC/DC systems, and OBCs
Own magnetics and capacitor design for high-performance power converters
Lead design of digital and mixed-signal control systems and processing platforms
Oversee simulation activities using industry-standard tools (e.g., Simscape, PLECS)
Guide control strategy development including motor control and converter control schemes
Ensure compliance with relevant standards (IEC61508, ISO26262, CISPR25, EMC directives)
Lead hardware development from concept through prototype and test
System & Validation
Develop and validate designs in virtual, HiL, and hardware environments
Oversee EMC mitigation strategies and noise attenuation
Support PCB layout, mechanical integration, and thermal management strategies
Contribute to thermal and fluid system simulation where required
Project & Commercial Leadership
Lead multi-person, cross-functional engineering projects
Build and manage strong technical relationships with customers
Take ownership of proposals, business development activities, and technical presentations
Support marketing activities and represent the company externally
Operate effectively within technically and commercially challenging environments
Capability & Team Development
Mentor and support the professional development of engineers within the function
Identify and develop new technical capabilities within the department
Act as a role model for company values and engineering excellence
Promote a collaborative and high-performance team culture
Essential Requirements
Extensive experience in power electronics system development (inverters, DC/DC, OBC, AC/DC converters)
Experience in at least two sectors: automotive, aerospace, defence, off-highway, commercial vehicle, marine, or clean energy
Strong expertise in magnetics design and high-power converter topologies
Experience in digital and mixed-signal control design
Demonstrated expertise in EMC design and electrical noise mitigation
Strong simulation experience in power electronics and magnetics
Experience leading multi-disciplinary engineering teams
Proven ability to manage technical customer relationships
Degree (or higher) in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or related discipline (or equivalent experience)
Desirable Experience
Digital motor control schemes (FOC, field weakening, overmodulation, harmonic injection, fault handling)
Experience across motor types (IPM, SPM, ASM, SR)
Hands-on lab development in high-voltage/high-power environments
PCB layout oversight and mechanical integration experience
Thermal and fluid system modelling for power electronics
Training in safe operation of high-voltage development equipment
Key Competencies
Technical authority in power electronics
Systems thinking
Strategic problem solving
Commercial awareness
Leadership and influence
Clear communication (technical and non-technical audiences)
Customer-focused mindset
Level of Responsibility
Technical authority within the power electronics function
Project ownership from concept to delivery
Direct influence on technical strategy and company capability development
Significant customer-facing responsibility