Senior Power Electronics Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company in electric motor solutions as a Senior Power Electronics Engineer in Bournemouth. You will play a pivotal role in designing and developing power electronics systems, ensuring compliance with safety regulations while managing projects and collaborating with engineering teams. A Master's in Power Electronics and strong engineering skills are essential, with growth opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package offered.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Growth opportunities

Diversity culture

Qualifications

• Proven engineering experience in power electronics.
• Understanding of power electronic devices and control systems.
• Chartered Engineer status is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement power electronics and auxiliary circuits.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Prepare technical documentation and reports.

Skills

Power electronics

Circuit analysis

Simulation tools

Thermal design

Mechanical design

Education

Masters Degree (MEng) in Power Electronics

Tools

MATLAB Simulink

PLECS

Saber

Simetrix

Pspice

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Senior Power Electronics Engineer, Bournemouth

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Location: Bournemouth, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

Job Description:

We take care of the world’s motion. We provide AC, DC, and Servo drive solutions for various industries, including heavy industry and theatre productions.

Our drives are designed to optimise performance and productivity, contributing to a more efficient future. As part of Nidec, the world’s largest electric motor company, we aim to make the world spin smarter and faster.

With over 50 years of global operation in more than 30 countries, we pride ourselves on our people and our pursuit of excellence and success.

Summary of Role:

Join the Nidec Drives R&D Department as a Senior Power Electronics Engineer. You will report to the Product Development Manager and be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing power electronics and auxiliary circuits, including component evaluation, circuit analysis, simulations, thermal and mechanical design, and PCB review.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Have a solid understanding of power electronics.
• Contribute to new designs, product specifications, and develop analogue, digital, and electronic circuits/systems for power electronics.
• Ensure designs meet functional requirements and comply with EMC and safety regulations.
• Interface with external suppliers and participate in design reviews, collaborating with multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Manage type test meetings and develop test equipment.
• Prepare technical documentation and reports, and present and justify design concepts.
• Participate in technical design reviews and critique peers’ designs.
• Guide and support other Development Engineers.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

• Masters Degree (MEng) in Power Electronics.
• Proven engineering experience.
• Understanding of power electronic devices, topologies, and control systems.
• Experience with simulation tools (e.g., PLECS, Saber, Simetrix, Pspice, MATLAB Simulink).
• Interest in emerging technologies and innovation.
• Knowledge of planning tools and theories.
• Chartered Engineer status (desirable).

We support your well-being and offer growth opportunities, varied career paths, and a culture that celebrates diversity.

Nidec Drives offers a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salaries based on experience and market rates.