Electronics Engineer

XP Power LLC; Reading; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

XP Power LLC in Reading, United Kingdom is seeking an Electronics Engineer to own the complete design lifecycle of power electronics, from schematic capture to production transfer. You will integrate AC/DC and DC/DC supplies, define power architectures, and ensure EMC and thermal performance across systems.

You will troubleshoot, prototype, and collaborate with mechanical, firmware, and systems teams to deliver robust, manufacturable solutions with thorough technical documentation.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electronics Engineering or equivalent
• Strong analogue and digital electronics background
• Experience integrating AC/DC and DC/DC power supplies
• Experience delivering designs from concept to manufacturing
• Practical signal interfacing, control, and measurement skills
• Familiarity with PMBus/CANopen/MODbus/SCPI is a plus

Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for full electronic design lifecycle: schematic, PCB layouts, prototyping, verification, and transfer to manufacturing
• Integrate AC/DC and DC/DC power supplies into system-level applications
• Define power architectures including distribution, grounding, and interfacing
• Interface with digital control systems for power management and monitoring
• Support EMC testing, thermal management, and compliance activities
• Produce technical documentation and support DFx, testing, and production issues

Skills

Electronics engineering

Analogue electronics

Digital electronics

Power systems

Fault finding

System thinking

Documentation

Lab measurement

Education

Degree in Electronics Engineering

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Power analysers

Electronic loads

Spectrum analysers

Job description

• Compensation: GBP 55,000 - GBP 60,000 - yearly

Company Description

We are committed to our culture that values Customer Focus, Flexibility, Knowledge, Speed and Integrity. Joining our team means you will work in a high performing global company where employees collaborate and strive for excellence.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for the complete electronic design lifecycle, including schematic design, PCB layout, prototyping, verification, and transfer to manufacturing
• Integrate AC/DC and DC/DC power supplies into larger electronic systems, ensuring correct functionality, performance, and compliance
• Define power architectures, including distribution, protection, grounding, and system interfacing
• Integrate and validate analogue control and monitoring signals, including voltage and current setpoints, feedback loops, sensing circuits, and signal conditioning
• Interface with digital control and communication systems for power management, monitoring, and coordination
• Implement and support communication via industry-standard protocols such as PMBus, CANopen, MODbus, and SCPI
• Perform system-level analysis, including efficiency, stability, thermal performance, and fault conditions
• Design schematics and support PCB layout activities, including reviews for signal integrity, EMC, thermal performance, and manufacturability
• Conduct prototype bring‑up, system integration, and debugging, including fault finding down to component level
• Plan and support Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) testing, including pre‑compliance validation and mitigation of issues
• Apply thermal design principles to ensure reliable system operation across operating conditions
• Produce and maintain technical documentation including system specifications, interface definitions, design records, and test procedures
• Support manufacturing introduction, including design for manufacture (DFM), test, and production issue resolution
• Support field issue resolution, including root cause analysis and corrective actions
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams including mechanical, firmware, systems, and manufacturing engineers
• Quality Management - look for ways to improve and promote quality; demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness.

Qualifications

Required Technical Skills and Experience

• Degree qualified (or equivalent experience) in Electronics Engineering or a related discipline
• Strong background in analogue and digital electronics
• Experience integrating AC/DC and DC/DC power supplies into system-level applications
• Proven experience delivering designs across the full product lifecycle from concept through to manufacturing
• Practical understanding of analogue signal interfacing, including voltage and current control, measurement, scaling, and noise mitigation
• Experience working with digital control signals (e.g. TTL/logic-level I/O) and communication interfaces
• Working knowledge of industry communication protocols such as PMBus, CANopen, MODbus, and SCPI for configuration, monitoring, and control
• Understanding of power conversion principles and common topologies sufficient to support integration and troubleshooting
• Knowledge of power distribution, grounding, and protection strategies
• Experience with EMC principles, testing, and mitigation techniques
• Understanding of thermal management and system-level heat dissipation
• Strong fault‑finding and troubleshooting skills at component level
• Proficiency with laboratory equipment such as oscilloscopes, power analysers, electronic loads, and spectrum analysers

Additional Information

• Knowledge of digital systems and control techniques (e.g. closed-loop control, PID concepts)
• Experience with embedded systems or firmware-controlled power systems
• Familiarity with system-level monitoring, diagnostics, and telemetry architectures
• Experience with product certification and compliance (e.g. CE, UL, IEC standards)

Personal Attributes

• Analytical and systems-oriented approach to engineering challenges
• Strong attention to detail with a practical, hands‑on mindset
• Able to work independently while contributing effectively within a team
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Comfortable managing multiple priorities in a dynamic environment
• Planning/Organizing - prioritize and plan work activities; use time efficiently; set goals and objectives; develop realistic action plans.
• Professionalism - approach others in a tactful manner; react well under pressure; treat others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accept responsibility for own actions; follow through on commitments.