Power Electronics Engineer

ATTB - The Big Jobsite; Fareham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Chief Engineer in Power Electronics to lead innovative projects in a dynamic environment. This role involves technical leadership in designing scalable power electronics solutions and mentoring a diverse team. The successful candidate will drive strategic initiatives, collaborate with global teams, and stay ahead of industry trends. With a focus on engineering excellence, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to impactful projects while enjoying competitive compensation and a supportive workplace culture.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

37-Hour Workweek

Onsite Parking

Gym Access

Opportunities for Internal Promotion

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in power electronics design and product development.
• Proven leadership skills with a focus on technical direction.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and implementation of power electronics solutions.
• Guide and mentor PE engineers for skill enhancement.

Skills

Power Electronics Design

Technical Leadership

Collaboration

Problem Solving

Customer Relationship Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Join Eaton and be a part of our commitment to providing impactful, energy-efficient solutions that shape a sustainable future. At Eaton, we make what matters work, and we're dedicated to fostering a workplace where ethics, collaboration, and our people are at the forefront.

Located in Titchfield, Hampshire, Eaton's Aerospace business stands as a global leader in aerospace fuel systems. We pride ourselves as a premier supplier of fully integrated fuel systems for fixed and rotary-wing aircraft. The Titchfield facility boasts extensive fuel and air system test facilities, facilitating comprehensive testing across a range of conditions with various fuel types.

What you'll do:

Currently, we are searching for a Chief Engineer - Power Electronics for the Power Electronics (PE) Center of Excellence (CoE). The PE CoE at Eaton drives innovation by creating scalable, cost-effective, and manufacturable power electronics technology, platforms, and standardized design methodologies, enabling rapid product development across business units.

This individual will provide technical leadership, shape major project changes, and offer authoritative insights and decisions for projects or programs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Perform design, modeling, simulation, and implementation of power electronics solutions for power conversion and protection.
2. Develop technical requirements and create reports and presentations.
3. Own technical leadership, collaborating with multi-disciplinary, multicultural, globally distributed teams, providing technical direction.
4. Guide and mentor other PE engineers to enhance their skills and experience.
5. Support the development of PE CoE strategy, direction, and priorities.
6. Assist in crafting technology roadmaps, project pipelines, detailed plans, and value propositions with the Global PE CoE director and BU engineering leaders.
7. Promote engineering excellence within the PE CoE and BUs teams.
8. Stay updated on the latest power electronics technologies and trends, applying this knowledge to power conversion and protection, and identifying new opportunities.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in power electronics design, product development, and qualification.
• At least 5 years in a technical leadership role.
• Proven technical capability and leadership skills.
• Extensive knowledge of power electronics topologies, circuits, thermal management, and magnetics.
• Customer-oriented with strong relationship-building skills.
• Ability to acquire new skills, knowledge, and industry insights.

Additional Qualifications:

• Experience in power electronics for safety-critical applications, especially in aerospace.
• Knowledge of compliance standards, including Military (MIL) standards.
• Experience working with global teams and customers in diverse cultural contexts.

Skills:

• Self-motivated and goal-oriented.
• Collaborative team player, thriving in a global, diverse environment.
• Innovative mindset with interest in product development and program management.
• Willingness to travel up to 10% domestically and internationally.

What we offer:

• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• 37-hour workweek with early finish on Fridays.
• Challenging projects within a dynamic, collaborative team.
• Onsite parking, gym, and other benefits.
• Opportunities for internal promotion and ongoing development through Eaton University.

Note: The successful applicant may need to undergo additional screening due to contact with US ITAR-controlled technology, goods, and information.