Senior Power Electronics Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Watford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the field of motion solutions is seeking a Senior Power Electronics Engineer in Watford, Hertfordshire. The role involves designing and developing electronic circuits, contributing to product designs, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with global standards. The ideal candidate will hold a Master’s degree in Power Electronics and have substantial experience in circuit development and power electronic devices.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Opportunities for growth and career advancement

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an engineer.
• Understanding of power electronic devices and control systems.
• Interest in emerging technologies.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement power electronics and circuits.
• Contribute to product specifications and design reviews.
• Prepare technical documentation and present design concepts.

Skills

Power electronics

Circuit design

Simulation tools

Analogue circuits

Digital circuits

Education

Masters Degree (MEng) in Power Electronics

Tools

MATLAB Simulink

PLECS

Pspice

Saber

Simetrix

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Senior Power Electronics Engineer, Watford, Hertfordshire

Location: Watford, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views:

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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 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, such as component evaluation, circuit analysis and simulations, thermal and mechanical design, and PCB review with consideration for manufacturing requirements.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Have a solid understanding of power electronics.
• Contribute to the creation of new designs, product specifications, critical power components, and develop analogue, digital, and electronic circuits/systems for power electronics.
• Implement designs that meet functional requirements and conform to international EMC and Safety standards.
• Interface with external suppliers and participate in product design reviews, maintaining interaction with engineers from multiple disciplines to ensure solutions fit the drive architecture.
• Manage and facilitate type test meetings and develop test equipment.
• Prepare technical documentation and reports, including presenting and justifying design concepts.
• Contribute to technical design reviews, critique, and challenge others’ designs.
• 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 technologies and integrating them into designs.
• Knowledge of planning tools and application of planning theories.
• Chartered Engineer status (desirable).

We support you to be at your best at work and outside it. We offer opportunities for growth, varied career paths, exciting challenges, and a culture that celebrates diversity.

Nidec Drives offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to:

• Competitive salaries based on experience and market rates.