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Job Description Summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a talented and experienced Power Electronics Engineer to join GE Power Conversion’s Engineering group working on new technology and contributing to the design and development of our next‑generation products. The Lead Power Electronics Engineer will be responsible for leading and designing MW‑scale Power Electronics Converters products. This is a technical role that involves working in a multi‑disciplinary team to specify, design, code and validate Power Electronics products used in low‑voltage & medium‑voltage MW‑scale power electronics converter systems and electrical drives for marine, naval, energy and industry applications.
Key Responsibilities
* Specify, design and document power electronics converter technical solutions to meet specific application requirements.
* Undertake all aspects of power electronics circuit design, snubber design, gating electronics design and thermal design, requiring semiconductor device domain knowledge (Diodes, Thyristors, IGBTs, GTOs, IGCT, MOSFETs, SiC, GaN, etc.).
* Model, analyze and simulate power electronic converter systems using standard industrial design tools such as Matlab, Simulink, PLECS, PSpice, Mathcad, CFD, etc.
* Develop power electronic systems analytical and modelling tools for large‑scale MW converter systems, including thermal studies, EMC, harmonic studies, common‑mode studies, rating evaluation, performance evaluation and optimisation.
* Verify, validate and test low‑voltage & medium‑voltage power electronic systems.
* Apply engineering standards and develop design practices.
* Ensure designs comply with relevant health & safety, international standards and class society rules.
* Support attainment of on‑time delivery, cost and quality targets on projects.
* Provide technical assistance to tendering, test and commissioning teams.
* Liaise with customers, suppliers and sub‑contractors.
Desired Characteristics
* Strong domain knowledge and experience in power electronic converter control systems design and analysis.
* Ability to multi‑task across multiple projects, adapt to changing circumstances, and handle ambiguity constructively.
* Prompt, clear decision‑making skills; probe for further information and produce workable solutions.
* Excellent communication skills: listens, consults others and communicates proactively.
* Knowledge of drive control systems.
* Strong report writing skills; writes clearly and succinctly for the intended audience.
* Strong personal organisational skills; manages time effectively, monitors performance against deadlines and milestones, and works productively in a pressured environment.
* Upholds ethics and values, demonstrates integrity.
* Learns from successes and failures, seeks team and customer feedback.
* Willing to work extended hours at critical times.
* Full UK driving licence is desirable but not essential.
* Focuses on customer needs and satisfaction, consistently achieving project goals.
* Builds good relationships with customers and colleagues, and develops effective networks inside and outside the organisation, adapting interpersonal style to suit different people and situations.
* SAP and Teamcenter (PLM) experience is desirable but not essential.
Qualifications
* Minimum of a bachelor’s degree; a master’s or PhD in power electronics is desirable.
* Knowledge of power electronics converter design and electrical machine control methods is desirable.
* Good semiconductor device domain knowledge and associated gating electronics, snubber circuit design and thermal design.
* Skilled user of power electronics design tools such as Mathcad, MATLAB, Simulink, PLECS, etc.
* Willing to travel within the UK and overseas for short‑term assignments.
* Ability to achieve UK security clearance.
What You Can Expect From Us
* Work on exciting cutting‑edge technology on novel drive system topologies and challenging global projects.
* Work environment that respects diverse expectations regarding career, job role and work‑life balance, with flexibility discussions.
* Attractive compensation.
* Flexible benefits to build a package that fits personal needs: employer pension contribution, income protection, private health insurance and life assurance.
* 26 days vacation plus bank holidays.
* Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement in a global company.
* Dynamic and collaborative work environment focused on innovation and creativity.
Additional Information
Relocation Assistance Provided: No
Seniority Level: Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type: Full‑time
Job Function: Engineering and Information Technology
Industries: Electric Power Generation
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