Principal Power Electronics Engineer

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

Job summary

A leading company in the space industry seeks a Principal Power Electronics Engineer to spearhead the design of next-generation power electronics. This role involves creating innovative products, mentoring engineers, and requires significant experience and expertise in circuit and power systems design. If you're passionate about advancing technology in a startup-like environment, this position offers a competitive salary and fulfilling career prospects.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Design circuits and systems for power electronics projects.
• Own hardware designs from concept to production.
• Mentor team members in technical and professional skills.

Skills

Power electronics design

Circuit design

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Altium

Oscilloscope

Spectrum analyzer

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’ll be involved in designing circuits and systems throughout the development process and will be responsible for:

• Optimized point-of-load converters for RF and digital modules (1W to 50W) and standalone dc-dc converter modules (20W to 500W).
• Designing 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 as a technical and professional mentor to the team.

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 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:

• Experience with space electronics design and qualification.
• Knowledge of EMI/EMC design and mitigation techniques.

This is an exciting opportunity to design and own innovative products in a fast-paced 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 provided link. I will reach out as soon as I receive your contact details.