Principal Power Electronics Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading engineering team as a Principal Power Electronics Engineer in Maidstone, where you will play a crucial role in designing innovative power electronics for space systems. With a focus on development and mentorship, this position offers a chance to advance your career in a fast-paced environment, along with a competitive salary and benefits package.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Lead design and development of power electronics projects.
• Own hardware designs from concept to production.
• Mentor junior engineers.

Skills

Designing optimized point-of-load converters

Power electronics design

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Altium Designer

PCB layout for power circuits

Lab instruments (oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers)

Job description

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Principal Power Electronics Engineer, Maidstone

Client: Belcan

Location: Maidstone, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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

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

• Designing optimized point-of-load converters for RF and digital modules (1W to 50W) and standalone DC-DC converters (20W to 500W).
• Working on isolated and non-isolated DC-DC converters, solar power converters with maximum power point tracking, magnetics design, and system-level power management.
• Owning hardware designs from concept to production, including product roadmaps, block diagrams, PCB layouts, and in-orbit support.
• Sharing expertise with the team and mentoring junior engineers.

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 such as oscilloscopes and spectrum analyzers.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Experience:

• Experience in 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 the Milton Keynes area.

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 via the provided link. We will contact you as soon as we receive your application.