Power Systems Engineer - Staffordshire

Matchtech; England; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Staffordshire is seeking a Power Systems Engineer to design advanced power electronic systems. This role involves using MATLAB and Simulink to solve complex challenges within Marine, Aerospace, and Defence sectors. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in power electronics, with opportunities for hybrid working arrangements.

Qualifications

• Experience in designing and modelling power electronic systems such as inverters, converters, or motor drives.
• Strong background in circuit analysis and system-level design.
• Knowledge of semiconductor devices and control algorithms for power electronics.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop power electronic circuits like DC-DC converters and inverters.
• Utilize MATLAB, Simulink, and LTSpice for modeling and simulation.
• Collaborate with teams for system integration and performance validation.

Skills

Power Systems Engineer

MATLAB

Simulink

Electronics

Control algorithms

Circuit analysis

Analysis skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics

Tools

LTSpice

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29.06.2025

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13.08.2025

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Job summary

If you are passionate about power electronics and enjoy working on cutting-edge designs that solve real-world challenges, this role offers a fantastic opportunity to shape the future of power systems in high-demand industries.

Key skills required for this role

Power Systems Engineer, MATLAB, Simulink, Electronics

Important

All applicants must be able to obtain Security Clearance and be a sole British national.

Working: The role is office based with hybrid working opportunities

Job Description

We are seeking a Power Systems Engineer with a strong focus on the design and modeling of power electronics systems.

The Power Systems Engineer will be involved the design and development of advanced power electronic circuits and systems, utilizing tools such as MATLAB, Simulink, and LTSpice for system modelling, analysis, and simulation.

And will work as part of the engineering team, you will play a crucial role in developing solutions for Marine, Aerospace, and Defence applications, including motor drives, inverters, converters, and power management systems.

Key responsibilities

• Design and develop power electronic circuits, including DC-DC converters, AC-DC rectifiers, inverters, and motor drives.
• Apply industry best practices to design high-efficiency, compact, and reliable power systems, ensuring they meet performance, safety, and cost targets.
• A Perform component selection for power electronic circuits, balancing technical and commercial constraints.
• Use MATLAB, Simulink, and LTspice to model and simulate power electronic systems and validate their performance.
• Create system-level simulations to predict behaviour under various operational conditions, including transient and steady-state performance.
• Develop digital control models for power electronics systems, focusing on feedback loops, stability, and performance optimization.
• Develop and execute design verification plans to ensure that systems meet design specifications.
• Collaborate with test engineers to validate design performance through hardware testing, comparing results with simulation models and making necessary design adjustments.
• Analyse test data and refine models or designs to improve overall system performance.

System Integration

• Work closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure the successful integration of power electronics into larger systems, such as motor drives, pumps, or energy management systems.
• Ensure seamless integration of control algorithms with power electronics hardware, optimizing system efficiency and stability.

Design Documentation

• Prepare and maintain detailed design documentation, including circuit diagrams, simulation results, and technical reports.
• Develop specification sheets, design justifications, and user manuals for internal and customer use.
• Stay up to date with the latest developments in power electronics, semiconductor devices, and modelling tools, and apply these to improve designs.
• Identify opportunities for performance improvements and cost reductions in existing designs by applying the latest technology trends.

Qualifications / Skills required

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics, or a related field with a focus on power electronics design and modelling.
• Demonstrated experience in the design and modelling of power electronic systems such as inverters, converters, or motor drives.
• Strong background in system-level design and circuit analysis.
• Proven ability to work with MATLAB, Simulink, and LTSpice for modelling and simulation of power electronics circuits.
• Expertise in power electronics design, with a focus on high-efficiency power converters and control systems
• Strong analytical skills in circuit analysis and power device selection.
• Knowledge of control algorithms for power electronics systems, including digital control.
• Familiarity with semiconductor devices (e.g., MOSFETs, IGBTs) and their application in power electronics design.
• Experience in the Defence / Aerospace or safety regulated environment would be advantageous
• Experience in the Naval / Maritime domain would be advantageous.
• Experience in thermal management and EMC considerations for power electronics designs.
• Familiarity with magnetic components design, such as inductors and transformers, used in power systems.

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Company Highlights:

"All the pros of a small business with the security of a multinational" *Glassdoor review

"The engineering staff are great, very professional, knowledgeable and friendly. Very good team atmosphere, with people always willing to help" *Glassdoor review

Named as Gold Award winner in MoD Defence Employer Recognition Scheme for 2021

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