Job Description
We are seeking a skilled Power Electronics Systems Engineer to design, develop, and validate high-performance power electronics for advanced systems in a defence and aerospace environment. This is a hands-on role for a technically driven engineer passionate about innovation and high-reliability systems.
Key Responsibilities:
* Design and develop power electronic circuits, including DC-DC converters, AC-DC rectifiers, inverters, and motor drives.
* Model and simulate systems using MATLAB, Simulink, and LTSpice, validating performance under operational conditions.
* Develop and execute design verification plans; collaborate with test engineers to refine hardware designs.
* Integrate power electronics into larger systems, ensuring seamless operation of control algorithms and hardware.
* Prepare detailed design documentation, including circuit diagrams, simulation results, specifications, and technical reports.
* Apply continuous improvement by staying up-to-date with new technologies and identifying opportunities for performance enhancements and cost reduction.
Qualifications & Skills:
* Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics, or related field.
* Experience designing and modelling inverters, converters, or motor drives.
* Strong skills in MATLAB, Simulink, LTSpice, circuit analysis, and digital control of power electronics systems.
* Knowledge of semiconductor devices (MOSFETs, IGBTs) and their application in high-efficiency designs.
* Analytical, detail-oriented, and able to work across multidisciplinary teams.
Preferred:
* Experience with thermal management, EMC considerations, and magnetic component design (inductors, transformers).
* Previous work in Marine, Aerospace, or Defence sectors.
Additional Information:
* Sole British nationals only; security vetting required.
This role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge power electronics in a fast-paced, international environment.