Systems Operations Engineer

Radius Limited; Crewe; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electronics company in the United Kingdom is in search of a Power Electronics Design Engineer. The role involves designing and developing power electronic circuits, such as DC‑DC converters and inverters, using tools like MATLAB and Simulink. The ideal candidate will hold a degree in Electrical Engineering and have proven experience in circuit analysis and power system design. This position offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies and collaborate with various engineering teams to innovate and enhance power electronics systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree focused on power electronics design and modelling.
• Demonstrated experience in designing and modelling electronic systems.
• Strong background in circuit analysis and system-level design.
• Proven ability in using modelling tools effectively.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop power electronic circuits and systems.
• Perform component selection considering technical and commercial constraints.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for integration.
• Prepare and maintain design documentation.

Skills

Power electronics design

MATLAB

Simulink

LTspice

Circuit analysis

System-level design

High-efficiency power converters

Control algorithms

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

MATLAB

Simulink

LTspice

Job description

Power Electronics Design

• Design and develop power electronic circuits, including DC‑DC converters, AC‑DC rectifiers, inverters, and motor drives.
• Apply industry best practices to design high‑efficiency, compact, and reliable power systems, ensuring they meet performance, safety, and cost targets.
• Perform component selection for power electronic circuits, balancing technical and commercial constraints.
• Use MATLAB, Simulink, and LTspice to model and simulate power electronic systems and validate their performance.
• Create system‑level simulations to predict behaviour under various operational conditions, including transient and steady‑state performance.
• Develop digital control models for power electronics systems, focusing on feedback loops, stability, and performance optimisation.
• Develop and execute design verification plans to ensure that systems meet design specifications.
• Collaborate with test engineers to validate design performance through hardware testing, comparing results with simulation models and making necessary design adjustments.
• Analyse test data and refine models or designs to improve overall system performance.
• Work closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure the successful integration of power electronics into larger systems.
• Ensure seamless integration of control algorithms with power electronics hardware, optimising system efficiency and stability.
• Prepare and maintain detailed design documentation, including circuit diagrams, simulation results, and technical reports.
• Develop specification sheets, design justifications, and user manuals for internal and customer use.
• Stay up to date with the latest developments in power electronics, semiconductor devices, and modelling tools, and apply these to improve designs.
• Identify opportunities for performance improvements and cost reductions in existing designs by applying the latest technology trends.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics, or a related field with a focus on power electronics design and modelling.
• Demonstrated experience in the design and modelling of power electronic systems such as inverters, converters, or motor drives.
• Strong background in system‑level design and circuit analysis.
• Proven ability to work with MATLAB, Simulink, and LTspice for modelling and simulation of power electronics circuits.
• Expertise in power electronics design, with a focus on high‑efficiency power converters and control systems.
• Proficiency in using MATLAB, Simulink, and LTspice for design and performance validation.
• Strong analytical skills in circuit analysis and power device selection.
• Knowledge of control algorithms for power electronics systems, including digital control.
• Familiarity with semiconductor devices (e.g., MOSFETs, IGBTs) and their application in power electronics design.
• Experience in thermal management and EMC considerations for power electronics designs.
• Familiarity with magnetic component design, such as inductors and transformers, used in power systems.
• Experience working in Marine, Aerospace, or Defence industries, focusing on power electronics for high‑reliability systems.