Power Electronics Engineer

MBDA UK Ltd; Stevenage; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence organisation is seeking a Power Electronics Engineer in Stevenage to support circuit design and testing for advanced control systems. Candidates should have a background in Electronic Design and a commitment to excellence in high-integrity industries. The role offers flexible working arrangements and a comprehensive benefits package, including company bonuses and enhanced parental leave.

Benefits

Company bonus up to £2,500

Pension contribution up to 14%

Paid overtime opportunities

Up to 15 additional days of Flexi Leave

Flexible working arrangements

Enhanced parental leave up to 26 weeks

Subsidised meals and free parking

Qualifications

• Degree qualified with solid experience in Electronic Design, development, and delivery.
• Experience working within a multidisciplinary team, with a passion for collaboration.
• Experience in high-integrity industries with safety and security constraints.
• Proven experience in power electronics and designing effective solutions.

Responsibilities

• Support circuit design, prototyping, testing, and hardware integration.
• Work on motor control, feedback loops, and control systems during flight.
• Engage in feasibility studies to certification and transition to production.

Skills

Electronic Design

Collaborative teamwork

Power electronics

Education

Degree in Engineering

Job description

Are you passionate about engineering? As a member of our Power Electronics team, this is a fantastic opportunity to play an integral part in delivering the power electronics that control our Actuation Systems.

Job Title: Power Electronics Engineer

Salary: Circa £45,000 depending on experience

Location: Stevenage (We may be able to offer a relocation package for this role)

Dynamic (hybrid) working: Please note that this role is predominantly site based. However, it could be full time or part time in order to meet your own needs should the business be able to accommodate it. Depending on individual project needs, we are flexible and accommodating.

Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship

Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. All successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team, after the offer stage.

What we can offer you:

• Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year)
• Pension: Maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
• Overtime: Opportunity for paid overtime
• Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days
• Flexible working: We welcome applicants seeking flexible working arrangements
• Enhanced parental leave: Up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave. Enhancements available for paternity leave, neonatal leave, and fertility treatments.
• Facilities: Including subsidised meals, free parking, and more.

The opportunity:

Are you interested in designing high-integrity, complex systems? MBDA delivers cutting-edge products worldwide, and our Power Electronics team is key to this development. You'll support circuit design, prototyping, testing, and hardware integration for motor control, feedback loops, and control systems during flight.

Your role spans from feasibility studies to certification and transition to production, working across all product lifecycle stages with various stakeholders to meet quality, cost, and schedule targets.

What we're looking for from you:

• Degree qualified with solid experience in Electronic Design, development, and delivery
• Experience working within a multidisciplinary team, with a passion for collaboration
• Experience in high-integrity industries with safety and security constraints, demonstrating a commitment to excellence
• Proven experience in power electronics and designing effective solutions

Our company: MBDA is a leading defence organisation supporting armed forces and partnering with governments to defend our freedom. We value diversity and encourage everyone to reach out for support or adjustments during recruitment.

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