Head of Electronics – Powertrain & Power Electronics Systems
Location: Norfolk area (on-site)
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Overview
ARCA is partnering with a confidential client in the electric vehicle and clean technology sector to recruit a Head of Electronics to lead the design and development of advanced power electronics hardware across a range of next-generation propulsion and energy systems.
This is a senior, hands-on leadership role offering the opportunity to shape the direction of electronics development and drive innovation across a fast-growing engineering function. The successful candidate will combine deep technical expertise with strategic vision and mentoring capability.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide technical and strategic leadership for all electronics development activities
* Oversee the design of power electronics systems, including inverters, converters, and control hardware for electric powertrains
* Define electronics architecture, standards, and development processes to ensure product robustness and scalability
* Guide and mentor a multidisciplinary team of engineers, fostering technical excellence and knowledge sharing
* Drive hardware validation and verification to meet EMC, thermal, and functional safety requirements
* Collaborate with firmware, systems, and mechanical teams to deliver integrated, production-ready solutions
* Contribute to technology roadmapping and the introduction of new electronic systems and processes
Required Skills and Experience
* Proven background in power electronics hardware design, ideally for electric propulsion or energy systems
* Expertise in analogue and digital circuit design, PCB layout, and high-voltage architectures
* Strong understanding of EMC design, thermal management, and reliability engineering
* Experience leading multidisciplinary engineering teams or projects within an R&D or manufacturing environment
* Hands-on experience with hardware validation, debugging, and lab-based testing
* Familiarity with functional safety or automotive standards such as ISO 26262 or IATF 16949
* Chartered Engineer (CEng) status, or eligibility for registration, is highly desirable
What’s on Offer
* Senior leadership opportunity within a rapidly expanding clean-tech engineering organisation
* The chance to influence the development of advanced powertrain and energy systems from concept to production
* Collaborative, innovative working environment with clear technical ownership
* Competitive salary and benefits package commensurate with experience
If you’re an accomplished electronics engineer with a passion for technical leadership and next-generation EV systems, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now to join a forward-thinking team driving innovation at the forefront of electrified propulsion technology.