Senior Power Electronics EngineerLocation: CambridgeJob Summary: We seek an experienced Senior Power Electronics Engineer, particularly those specializing in control theory or system architecture, with knowledge of modular multi-level converters (MMC). As part of a multi-disciplinary team, you will play a pivotal role in developing and validating MMC converters and AC-DC power conversion systems for grid applications, focusing on high-power operations exceeding 1 MW.About You:Degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering5+ years of experience in power converter design, testing, manufacturing, and addressing field issues.Ability to effectively communicate design concepts and results.Skills and Experience:Proficiency in simulating power converters and subsystems using tools like MATLAB/Simulink, PLECS, etc.Understanding of medium power and medium voltage design and control challengesExperience in designing, validating, and industrializing power electronic converter modules (power stacks) for low and medium-voltage applications.Development and testing of innovative technologies and algorithms for smart converters using embedded software and hardware.Specification and analysis of key power electronic components, considering factors like lead-time, availability, pricing, and qualification.Expertise in loss analysis, thermal modelling for converter modules, and defining cooling system requirements.Laboratory testing of power converter modules, including switching tests and heat runs.Design and upkeep of back-to-back test rigs for validating power converter technologies under realistic conditions.Familiarity with power electronic components (e.g., IGBTs, MOSFETs, thyristors, diodes, capacitors, laminated busbars, passive components, gate drives)Experience in thermal design (loss calculations, simulations, and cooling unit specifications).If this Senior Power Electronics Engineer vacancy interests you, please apply with an up-to-date CV and contact information.