Power Electronics Engineer

ZipRecruiter; England; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in renewable energy is seeking a Power Electronics Engineer in West Midlands, UK. The role includes designing and testing advanced power electronics systems, leading projects, and collaborating with teams. Ideal candidates have a degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering and experience in converter design. The position offers an excellent package including pension and benefits.

Qualifications

• Master’s/PhD in Electrical/Electronic Engineering is desirable.
• Proven experience in converter design and control systems is necessary.
• Strong knowledge of semiconductor devices like IGBTs, MOSFETs, SiC, GaN required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, modelling, and documentation of advanced power electronics converters.
• Oversee schematics, BOMs, compliance, and rigorous validation/testing.
• Collaborate with customers, suppliers, and internal teams.

Skills

Converter design expertise

Control systems knowledge

Strong semiconductor device knowledge

Modeling and simulation skills

Education

Degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering

Tools

MATLAB

Simulink

PLECS

PSpice

Mathcad

CFD

Job description

Overview

Power Electronics Engineer

Location: West Midlands, UK. Excellent package (10–15% pension + benefits). UK Right to Work required.

Join a global leader in renewable energy and electrification, developing cutting-edge technologies that power the future of grids, transport, and industry. From converters and transformers to advanced control systems, you’ll help deliver solutions that make a real-world impact.

Whether you’re early in your career or ready to lead projects, you’ll play a key role in designing, testing, and delivering next-generation power electronics systems.

As a Power Electronics Engineer, you will:

• Lead the design, modelling, and documentation of advanced power electronics converters across electrical, thermal, and control domains.
• Oversee schematics, BOMs, compliance, and rigorous validation/testing of low- and medium-voltage systems.
• Collaborate with customers, suppliers, and internal teams to deliver robust, high-quality solutions.

Experience / Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering (Master’s/PhD desirable)
• Proven experience in converter design and control systems.
• Strong semiconductor device knowledge (IGBTs, MOSFETs, SiC, GaN, etc.).
• Skilled in modelling and simulation tools such as MATLAB, Simulink, PLECS, PSpice, Mathcad, CFD.
• Eligible for UK security clearance and open to occasional travel.

Desirable

Desirable: SAP & Teamcenter (PLM), strong communication, and problem-solving skills.

If you’re passionate about shaping the future of energy, apply now or get in touch on:

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