Power Electronics Engineer

Computer Futures; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions company in Glasgow is seeking an experienced Power Electronics Engineer to design and validate high-efficiency power conversion products. Responsibilities include modeling converter topologies and ensuring compliance with standards. This role offers a competitive salary, a hybrid working pattern of 3 days in the office and 2 at home, and opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Performance-related bonus

Flexible working hours

Opportunities for career development

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in Power Electronics or similar role.
• Knowledge of converter topologies like Buck, Boost, and LLC.
• Experience in debugging techniques.

Responsibilities

• Model and simulate converter topologies using MATLAB and SPICE.
• Develop and validate designs in the lab with instruments.
• Collaborate with engineers to deliver robust solutions.

Skills

Power electronics knowledge

Simulation using MATLAB/Simulink

Schematic capture tools

Hands-on lab experience

Understanding of thermal design

Familiarity with EMC standards

Education

Degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Data loggers

Job description

Help shape the future of electrification for industrial vehicles and automated material handling systems. This is a hands‑on role designing and validating high‑efficiency power conversion products, including DC‑DC and AC‑DC battery chargers, that enable the transition from legacy equipment to clean, electric solutions in warehouses and factories worldwide.

What you’ll do 🛠️

• Model and simulate converter topologies such as Buck, Boost, and LLC using MATLAB/Simulink and SPICE.
• Develop and validate designs in the lab using oscilloscopes, meters, and data loggers.
• Contribute to schematic capture and design reviews for manufacturability and reliability.
• Ensure compliance with EMC standards and apply best practices for thermal design.
• Collaborate with hardware, software, and mechanical engineers to deliver robust solutions.
• Produce clear documentation including requirements, test specifications, and design reports.

What you’ll bring 🧠

• Degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or equivalent.
• 3‑5 years of experience in Power Electronics or a similar role.
• Knowledge of power electronics and converter topologies (Buck, Boost, LLC).
• Experience with MATLAB/Simulink and SPICE for simulation.
• Ability to work with schematic capture tools.
• Hands‑on lab experience with oscilloscopes and debugging techniques.
• Understanding of magnetic components and thermal design.
• Familiarity with EMC standards and digitally controlled power conversion.
• Exposure to BOM management and process‑controlled environments.

Working arrangement 🧭

• Office based near Glasgow.
• Hybrid working pattern of 3 days in the office, 2 at home.

Benefits 🎁

• Competitive salary and performance‑related bonus.
• Flexible working hours and supportive team environment.
• Opportunities for career development in a global engineering setting.
• And many more on discussion of the role.

If you thrive on power electronics design, enjoy hands‑on lab work, and want to contribute to the future of industrial electrification, we'd love to hear from you.

📩 Apply now or get in touch for a confidential chat.