Principal Power Electronics Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Kingston upon Hull; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a cutting-edge company as a Principal Power Electronics Engineer based in Kingston upon Hull, leading innovative power electronics projects for the space industry. In this role, you'll design and develop advanced electronics, shaping the future of power systems while benefiting from a competitive salary and dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• 9 years in power electronics design and troubleshooting.
• Proven success in product design, testing, and deployment.
• Hands-on experience with relevant lab instruments.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and development of power electronics projects.
• Own hardware designs from concept to production.
• Mentor team members in technical aspects.

Skills

Designing power electronics products

Testing and deploying power electronics

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Altium

Oscilloscopes

Spectrum analyzers

Job description

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Principal Power Electronics Engineer, Kingston upon Hull, East Yorkshire

Client: Belcan

Location: Kingston upon Hull, East Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

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 start-up environment and are passionate about developing advanced power electronics, we want to hear from you!

In this role, you’ll work at the forefront of power electronics, shaping circuits and systems throughout the development process, including:

• Optimized point-of-load converters for RF and digital modules (1W to 50W)
• Standalone DC-DC converter modules (20W to 500W)
• Isolated and non-isolated DC-DC converters
• Solar power converters with maximum power point tracking
• Magnetics design and system-level power management

You will own hardware designs from concept to production, including product roadmaps, block diagrams, PCB layouts, and in-orbit support. Additionally, you will serve as a technical mentor to the team.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering
• 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 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 cutting-edge products in a fast-paced, innovative environment, with a competitive salary, benefits, and site-based work in the Milton Keynes area.

If you are ready to advance your career and make a significant impact in the space industry, please contact me at 07732 694 243 or apply directly via the 'Apply Now' link. I will contact you as soon as I receive your contact details.