Lead Power Electronics Engineer – SiC & EV Propulsion

IC Resources; Wales; On-site; GBP 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to £80,000 salary

10% pension

Private medical insurance

Job summary

A UK-based innovation centre is seeking a Principal Power Electronics Engineer to lead R&D projects in power electronics technologies. You will provide technical leadership, support engineering teams, and influence design strategy across key sectors including aerospace and automotive. This role offers a unique chance to work in a dynamic environment focused on innovation and practical application without the pressure of strict deadlines.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in power electronics, ideally within aerospace, automotive, or industrial domains.
• Hands-on expertise with high-voltage systems, multilevel inverter topologies, and wide-bandgap materials (SiC/GaN).
• Familiarity with aerospace standards such as DO254 or DO160.
• A proactive mindset and the ability to lead technically and mentor others.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership across multiple R&D programmes and influence design direction and long-term strategy.
• Lead projects involving high-power SiC-based systems (100kW–2MW), EV propulsion, and aerospace auxiliary power applications.
• Support engineering teams and mentor others to develop technical capabilities.

Skills

Power electronics expertise

High-voltage systems

Multilevel inverter topologies

Wide-bandgap materials (SiC/GaN)

Job description

A UK-based innovation centre is seeking a Principal Power Electronics Engineer to lead R&D projects in power electronics technologies. You will provide technical leadership, support engineering teams, and influence design strategy across key sectors including aerospace and automotive. This role offers a unique chance to work in a dynamic environment focused on innovation and practical application without the pressure of strict deadlines.