Power Electronics Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Wakefield; Hybrid; GBP 59,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in energy innovation is seeking a Power Electronics Engineer in Wakefield. This role involves designing and testing advanced power electronic systems for various applications. Join a dynamic team and work on impactful projects from concept to production, with opportunities for career progression and professional development.

Benefits

Hybrid working and flexible hours

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Company Pension scheme

Support for professional development and training

Opportunities for career progression

Qualifications

• Proven experience in power electronics design and development.
• Familiarity with wide-bandgap semiconductors (SiC, GaN) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop power electronic converters and control systems.
• Collaborate with engineers to develop integrated solutions.
• Ensure designs comply with safety and EMC standards.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

SPICE

MATLAB/Simulink

PLECS

Altium

Eagle

Job description

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Salary: Up to £70,000 DOE + Benefits

About the Role:

We are seeking a talented and driven Power Electronics Engineer to join our growing engineering team in Wakefield. In this role, you’ll play a key part in designing, developing, and testing advanced power electronic systems for cutting-edge industrial, renewable energy, and transportation applications.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking company at the forefront of energy innovation, with the chance to work on high-impact projects from concept to production.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and develop power electronic converters (DC-DC, AC-DC, DC-AC) and control systems.
• Select components and design circuits to meet system performance, efficiency, and safety requirements.
• Collaborate with mechanical, embedded, and systems engineers to develop integrated solutions.
• Carry out simulations using tools such as SPICE, MATLAB/Simulink, or PLECS.
• Develop test plans and oversee prototype evaluation and validation.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant safety and EMC standards.
• Support manufacturing and field engineering teams with troubleshooting and product improvements.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics, or related field.
• Proven experience in power electronics design and development.
• Familiarity with wide-bandgap semiconductors (SiC, GaN) is a plus.
• Strong understanding of magnetic component design and thermal management.
• Proficient with circuit simulation, PCB layout tools (e.g., Altium, Eagle), and lab test equipment.
• Good communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work both independently and within a multidisciplinary team.
• Competitive salary with annual performance reviews
• Hybrid working and flexible hours
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Company Pension scheme
• Support for professional development and training
• Opportunities for career progression in a fast-growing business

Apply today with an update CV and any supporting information you wish to include to KO2 Embedded Recruitment.