Power Electronics Engineer

ATTB - The Big Jobsite; Derby; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in energy innovation is looking for a Power Electronics Engineer to join their team in Wakefield. This role involves designing and developing advanced power electronic systems for various applications. You'll collaborate with a talented team and work on high-impact projects from concept to production.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in power electronics design and development.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop power electronic converters and control systems.
• Collaborate with engineers to develop integrated solutions.
• Ensure designs comply with safety and EMC standards.

Skills

Power Electronics

Design

Development

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

SPICE

MATLAB/Simulink

PLECS

Job description

Job Title: Power Electronics Engineer

Location: Wakefield, West Yorkshire (Hybrid Working Available)

Salary: Up to £70,000 DOE + Benefits

About the Role:

We are seeking a talented and driven Power Electronics Engineer to join our growing engineering team in Wakefield. In this role, you'll play a key part in designing, developing, and testing advanced power electronic systems for cutting-edge industrial, renewable energy, and transportation applications.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking company at the forefront of energy innovation, with the chance to work on high-impact projects from concept to production.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Design and develop power electronic converters (DC-DC, AC-DC, DC-AC) and control systems.
2. Select components and design circuits to meet system performance, efficiency, and safety requirements.
3. Collaborate with mechanical, embedded, and systems engineers to develop integrated solutions.
4. Carry out simulations using tools such as SPICE, MATLAB/Simulink, or PLECS.
5. Develop test plans and oversee prototype evaluation and validation.
6. Ensure designs comply with relevant safety and EMC standards.
7. Support manufacturing and field engineering teams with troubleshooting and product improvements.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics, or related field.
• Proven experience in power electronics design and development.