Power Electronics Engineer (KTP Associate) (Fixed Term) (ENG246525)

University of Nottingham; Milnrow; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A research institution in the UK is seeking a Power Electronics Engineer (KTP Associate) to develop high-frequency, wide-bandgap inverter drives for aerospace applications. The role offers a salary of £30,000 to £40,000 per annum and seeks candidates with a post-graduate degree in Electrical Engineering and skills in power electronics. This fixed-term, 36-month contract provides a unique opportunity for industry–university collaboration.

Benefits

Staff discounts

Travel schemes

Competitive pension scheme

Qualifications

• Good understanding of power electronics with hands-on experience.
• Basic understanding of motor drive control.
• Excellent organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop high-frequency wide-bandgap inverter drives.
• Integrate the drive with high-speed motor testing.
• Create a digital twin for motor drive systems.
• Collaborate to ensure knowledge embedding.
• Engage with the KTP framework for support.

Skills

Power electronics

Matlab/Simulink

PLECS

C language

Team-working

Communication

Education

Post-graduate degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Overview

Power Electronics Engineer (KTP Associate) — Salary £30,000 to £40,000 per annum. Location: Rochdale. This is a fixed term, 36‑month contract funded through a KTP award, with the prospect of a permanent position at the end of the project.

This role involves developing high-frequency, high-power density, wide-bandgap inverter drives for Aerospace Electrical Machines as part of a collaboration based in Rochdale and Nottingham (PEMC Institute). You will contribute to the design, manufacture, R&D and test of electromechanical actuators and advanced electric motors/generators for extreme environments and aerospace/defence applications.

You will primarily be based at the company premises in Rochdale with some time at the PEMC Institute in Nottingham.

Responsibilities

• Develop high-frequency wide-bandgap inverter drives for high-speed aerospace electrical machines.
• Integrate the drive with NEMA high-speed motor and testing activities.
• Create a digital twin for a motor drive system.
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure all work embeds new knowledge.
• Engage with the KTP framework to receive support and mentoring, including a personal budget for training and CPD.

Requirements/Qualifications

• A post-graduate degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related discipline.
• Good understanding of power electronics with hands-on experience.
• Basic understanding of motor drive control.
• Experience using Matlab/Simulink, PLECS, and C language.
• Excellent organizational, communication and team-working skills.

About the employer and opportunities

NEMA design, manufacture, R&D and test electromechanical actuators; they develop advanced electric motors/generators for extreme environments, primarily for the Aerospace and Defence sectors. This position offers a unique opportunity to lead the delivery of a strategic project and gain exposure to industry–university collaboration within the KTP framework.

Benefits and additional information

Salary: £30,000 to £40,000 per annum pro-rata depending on skills and experience. Salary progression beyond this scale is subject to performance. Applications will be considered from the UK, Europe and worldwide in line with visa/permit requirements. The University provides access to resources and a range of benefits and rewards, including staff discounts, travel schemes, and a competitive pension scheme.

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