Power Electronics Engineer

ATTB - The Big Jobsite; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in advanced energy systems seeks a skilled Power Electronics Engineer to design innovative power conversion systems in Cambridge. You will leverage cutting-edge technologies, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to the development of high-frequency gate driver circuits among other key responsibilities, offering significant opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Flexible working environment

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in planar transformer design and layout.
• Experience with high-voltage LLC resonant converter topologies.
• Strong skills in high-frequency gate drive circuits integration.

Responsibilities

• Design and optimise planar magnetics for high-density power converters.
• Test high-voltage LLC DC-DC converters ensuring efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for system solutions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Simulation skills

Collaboration

Education

Master’s or PhD in Electrical/Electronic Engineering

Tools

LTspice

PLECS

Altium

ANSYS

Job description

Job Title: Power Electronics Engineer

Location: Cambridge, UK

Industry: Power Electronics / Advanced Energy Systems

Employment Type: Full-time / Permanent

Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated

Power Electronics Engineer

to join our client's innovative team in Cambridge. The successful candidate will play a key role in the design and development of cutting-edge power conversion systems, leveraging wide-bandgap semiconductors and high-frequency magnetics for next- applications.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the design and optimisation of

planar magnetics , including PCB winding layout and electromagnetic simulation for high-density power converters.

Design and test

high-voltage LLC DC-DC converters

operating above 500V, ensuring high efficiency and compact form factor.

Work extensively with

650V and 1200V SiC and GaN devices , including selection, thermal management, and performance characterisation.

Develop

high-frequency gate driver circuits

(up to 1 MHz) and associated auxiliary power supplies to support robust and fast switching.

Perform simulation, schematic capture, PCB layout supervision, and prototype testing across the full development lifecycle.

Collaborate with mechanical, thermal, and firmware teams to deliver integrated system solutions.

Support DVT, EMC compliance, and safety certification processes as required.

Key Requirements:

Degree (Master’s or PhD ) in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or related discipline.

Proven hands-on experience in:

Planar transformer design

and layout using PCB-based windings.

SiC and GaN power device

implementation in real-world power converter designs.

High-voltage LLC resonant converter topologies .

High-frequency gate drive circuits

and power stage integration.

Strong analytical and simulation skills using tools such as LTspice, PLECS, Altium, ANSYS, or equivalent.

Experience with lab equipment and test procedures for high-voltage power electronics.

Ability to work independently and contribute to a collaborative engineering environment.

Desirable:

Knowledge of EMI/EMC mitigation techniques in power converters.

Experience in thermal modelling and magnetic material characterisation.

Familiarity with digital control of power converters (e.g., using DSP or MCU platforms).

What We Offer:

A chance to work at the forefront of power electronics innovation.

Flexible and dynamic working environment in the heart of Cambridge.

Competitive salary and benefits package.

Opportunities for technical and professional growth.