Power Electronics Engineer

Oho Group; Scotland; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Unknown is seeking a Senior Electronics Engineer specializing in power electronics to join a technology-for-good start-up in the United Kingdom. You will design and develop power electronic systems from concept through testing and production, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver reliable hardware with meaningful impact.

The role emphasizes hands-on design, circuit simulation, prototyping and root-cause investigations in a fast-paced start-up setting.

Qualifications

• A degree in Electronic Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Strong experience in power electronics design and hardware development.
• Knowledge of converters, inverters, power semiconductors and thermal management.
• Experience with schematic capture, PCB design, simulation and laboratory testing.
• A hands-on, proactive approach and the ability to thrive in a fast-moving start-up environment.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop power electronic circuits and systems.
• Design, prototype and test power conversion solutions.
• Carry out circuit simulation, component selection and design optimisation.
• Troubleshoot hardware and lead root-cause investigations.
• Work with embedded software, mechanical and systems engineers to deliver integrated products.
• Support verification, compliance and transition to manufacture.

Skills

Power electronics design

PCB design

Circuit simulation

Thermal management

Laboratory testing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electronic/ Electrical Engineering

Tools

SPICE simulation

ECAD (Altium)

Job description

We are looking for a Senior Electronics Engineer specialising in power electronics to join an ambitious, purpose-driven technology start-up developing innovative solutions to real-world challenges.

You will be a part of designing and developing power electronic systems, from concept and prototyping through to testing, validation and production. Working within a multidisciplinary team, you will help shape product development and deliver efficient, reliable hardware with a meaningful real-world impact.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and develop power electronic circuits and systems.
• Design, prototype and test power conversion solutions.
• Carry out circuit simulation, component selection and design optimisation.
• Troubleshoot hardware and lead root-cause investigations.
• Work with embedded software, mechanical and systems engineers to deliver integrated products.
• Support verification, compliance and transition to manufacture.

What We’re Looking For:

• A degree in Electronic Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Strong experience in power electronics design and hardware development.
• Knowledge of converters, inverters, power semiconductors and thermal management.
• Experience with schematic capture, PCB design, simulation and laboratory testing.
• A hands-on, proactive approach and the ability to thrive in a fast-moving start-up environment.

This is an opportunity to join a technology-for-good start-up where you can take ownership of challenging engineering projects, help shape a growing business and use your expertise to make a meaningful difference.