Power Electronics Engineer - Hybrid

WA Consultants; Scotland; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology consultancy is looking for a Power Electronics Engineer in Scotland. The role involves designing high-power battery chargers and engaging in cutting-edge projects aimed at sustainable energy solutions. Candidates should have experience in power electronics design and familiarity with laboratory tools. This position offers opportunities for career growth and a hybrid working model.

Benefits

Career growth opportunities

Flexible hybrid working model

Collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in designing power electronics topologies such as Buck, Boost, or LLC.
• Demonstrated experience in design and control of power electronics.
• Ability to use laboratory tools like oscilloscopes, meters, and dataloggers.

Responsibilities

• Create high-power battery chargers for industrial applications.
• Focus on AC to DC power conversion for smart energy systems.
• Utilize semiconductors and control theory in designs.

Skills

Power electronics design

Thermal design techniques

Digital control knowledge

Lab tool usage (oscilloscopes, dataloggers)

Job description

Are you a Power Electronics Engineer with a passion for high-power design, eager to contribute to groundbreaking battery charging systems? An excellent opportunity is now available working as part of expansion of a global companies R&D team based in Glasgow. You would be working on the next generation of various products within their sector and working within cutting edge projects within Power Electronics.

Why Consider This Role?

• Innovative Projects: Engage in cutting-edge projects that push the boundaries of power electronics and contribute to sustainable energy solutions.
• Career Growth: With a structured path to senior roles, this position provides ample opportunities for professional development and leadership.
• Collaborative Environment: Join a dynamic team of experts in a supportive and forward-thinking work culture.
• Hybrid Working: Enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid working model, balancing office collaboration with remote work.

This role is perfect for a seasoned Power Electronics Engineer ready to take on new challenges and make a significant impact in the field of green energy technology. If this aligns with your career aspirations, consider this compelling next step.

Key Responsibilities

• Design & Development: Create single and three-phase high-power battery chargers tailored for industrial applications.
• Power Conversion: Focus on AC to DC power conversion for smart energy and automation systems.
• Technical Expertise: Utilise semiconductors, magnetics, and control theory to develop efficient and robust designs.
• Prototyping & Testing: Employ lab tools such as oscilloscopes, dataloggers, CAD, and MRP for hands-on prototyping and rigorous testing.

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Proven Experience in the design of power electronics topologies such as Buck, Boost or LLC.
• Demonstrated experience in power electronics design and control
• Experience in the design of sensing, scaling and measurement of Voltage and Current.
• Design for EMC standards.
• An understanding of best practice techniques for thermal design: either convection, forced air, cold plate or liquid cooling.
• Some understanding of digitally controlled power conversion or motor control.
• Understanding of BOM
• The ability to use laboratory tools such as oscilloscopes, meters and dataloggers.

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