Senior Power Electronics Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Senior Power Electronics Engineer to join their esteemed R&D department. In this role, you'll design and develop power electronics circuits, engaging in simulations and analysis while supporting other engineers. The position offers competitive salaries and a culture that celebrates diversity and innovation.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Opportunities for growth

Culture of inclusion and diversity

Qualifications

• Experience with power electronic devices and control systems.
• Proven experience as an engineer in the field.
• Interest in exploring emerging technology and innovating in design.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement power electronics and auxiliary circuits.
• Prepare clear technical documentation and reports.
• Interface with suppliers and participate in product design reviews.

Skills

Power Electronics

Circuit Design

Thermal Design

Simulation Tools

Education

Masters Degree (MEng) in Power Electronics

Tools

PLECS

MATLAB Simulink

Saber

Simetrix

Pspice

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Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

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Job Description:

We take care of the world’s motion. We provide AC, DC, and Servo drive solutions for everything from heavy industry to theatre productions, end-to-end production lines, and everything in between.

Our precision-engineered drives are designed to optimise performance and productivity, creating essential motion for a more efficient future. As part of Nidec, the world’s largest electric motor company, we make the world spin smarter and faster.

As a global business, operating for over 50 years, we have grown into a thriving business, now operating in over 30 countries. We pride ourselves on our people and we look for those continuously striving for excellence with the ambition to achieve success.

Summary of Role:

An exciting opportunity awaits to be part of the acclaimed Nidec Drives R&D Department as a Senior Power Electronics Engineer.

The Senior Power Electronics Engineer will report to the Product Development Manager, with key responsibilities to design, develop and implement power electronics and auxiliary circuits.

This includes all technical disciplines required to deliver these circuits, including component evaluation, circuit analysis and simulations, thermal and mechanical design, and PCB review with consideration for manufacturing requirements.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• To be successful in this role, you will have a solid understanding of power electronics.
• You will contribute to the creation of new designs, new product specifications, critical power components, and design and develop analogue, digital, and electronic circuits/systems for power electronics.
• You will be required to implement designs that meet functional requirements and conform to international EMC and Safety standards.
• You will interface with external suppliers and participate in product design reviews, maintaining daily interaction with engineers from multiple disciplines to ensure solutions fit with the drive architecture.
• As a Senior Power Electronics Engineer, you will manage and facilitate type test meetings and develop test equipment.
• You will prepare clear technical documentation and reports, including presenting, discussing, and justifying design concepts and ideas.
• You will contribute to technical design reviews and constructively critique others’ designs.
• You will guide and support other Development Engineers.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

• Masters Degree (MEng) in Power Electronics
• Proven experience as an engineer
• Understanding of power electronic devices, topologies, and control systems
• Experience with simulation tools (e.g., PLECS, Saber, Simetrix, Pspice, MATLAB Simulink)
• Interest in exploring emerging technology and innovating in design
• Knowledge of planning tools and applying planning theories
• Chartered Engineer status (desirable)

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

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