Principal Power Electronics Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a cutting-edge team as a Principal Power Electronics Engineer, leading the design of innovative power electronics for space systems. With a competitive salary and benefits, your role includes mentoring, owning hardware designs, and tackling advanced projects in a startup environment. This is a unique chance to influence the future of space technology.

Qualifications

• At least 9 years of industry or research experience in power electronics design.
• Proven success in designing, testing, and deploying power electronics products.
• Hands-on experience with lab instruments.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of innovative power electronics projects.
• Design optimized point-of-load converters and DC-DC converter modules.
• Own hardware designs from concept to production.

Skills

Power Electronics Design

Circuit Analysis

Troubleshooting

Communication Skills

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Altium Designer

PCB Layout

Oscilloscopes

Spectrum Analyzers

Job description

Join Our Client’s Cutting-Edge Team as a Principal Power Electronics Engineer!

Are you ready to revolutionize the future of space systems? We’re seeking a Principal Power Electronics Engineer to lead the design and development of innovative power electronics projects. If you thrive in a startup environment and have a passion for developing advanced power electronics, we want to hear from you!

In this role, you’ll be at the forefront of power electronics, shaping circuits and systems throughout the development process. Your responsibilities will include:

1. Designing optimized point-of-load converters for RF and digital modules (1W to 50W) and standalone DC-DC converter modules (20W to 500W).
2. Tackling isolated and non-isolated DC-DC converters, solar power converters with maximum power point tracking, magnetics design, system-level power management, and more.
3. Owning hardware designs from concept to production, including product roadmaps, block diagrams, PCB layouts, and in-orbit support.
4. Sharing expertise with the team and serving as a technical and professional mentor.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• At least 9 years of industry or research experience in power electronics design, analysis, and troubleshooting.
• Proven success in designing, testing, and deploying power electronics products.
• Proficiency in Altium Designer and PCB layout for power circuits.
• Hands-on experience with lab instruments like oscilloscopes and spectrum analyzers.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Experience:

• Space electronics design and qualification.
• Knowledge of EMI/EMC design and mitigation techniques.

This is a fantastic opportunity to design and own innovative products in a fast-paced environment, with a competitive salary and benefits, based in Milton Keynes.

If you are ready to advance your career and make a significant impact in the space industry, please contact us at 07732 694 243 or apply directly through the provided link. We will contact you as soon as we receive your contact details.