Power Electronic Engineer

ATS Client; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 550,000 - 850,000; Full time

Job summary

ATS Client is seeking a Power Electronics Engineer to design and deliver high‑power conversion systems for grid‑tied solar, battery storage, and industrial applications. This hands‑on role spans concept to implementation, emphasizing robust, scalable systems that perform reliably in the field.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in power electronics design or product support, with experience in simulations (MATLAB/Simulink, LTspice) and testing.

Qualifications

• BEng / BSc in Electrical or Electronic Engineering required.
• 3+ years' experience in power electronics design or product support.
• Strong understanding of medium- to high-power conversion systems.
• Experience with simulation tools (MATLAB/Simulink, LTspice, or PSpice).
• Practical experience with testing and troubleshooting power electronic hardware.
• Solid understanding of thermal management, EMC, and protection schemes.

Responsibilities

• Design and development of high‑power converters and inverters for renewable energy and energy storage systems.
• Support the lifecycle of grid-connected solar PV inverters, battery converters, and related power electronics products.
• Develop and review power stage designs, including DC‑DC, DC‑AC, and AC‑AC topologies.
• Selection and validation of power semiconductor devices (IGBTs, MOSFETs, and SiC).
• Perform circuit simulation, control loop analysis, and performance optimisation.
• Support factory and site testing, commissioning, and fault investigation.
• Work closely with control, systems, and commissioning engineers.
• Ensure compliance with electrical standards and grid‑code requirements.

Skills

Grid-tied power conversion

Power electronics design

Circuit simulation

Thermal management

EMC & protection

Testing & troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Education

BEng in Electrical Engineering

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

LTspice

PSpice

Job description

Work on the design and delivery of high‑power electronic systems across grid‑tied solar, battery storage, and industrial applications. This is a hands‑on role suited to someone who enjoys taking projects from concept through to implementation, with a strong focus on building robust, scalable systems that perform reliably in the field.

A specialised power electronics and energy systems company is seeking an experienced Power Electronics Engineer to support the design, testing, and delivery of high‑power conversion systems for utility‑scale renewable and industrial projects.

This is a hands‑on, product‑focused role, suited to someone with solid experience in grid‑tied power conversion, battery storage, and industrial motor control. You should be comfortable working directly with equipment and navigating complex, safety‑critical environments.

Education & Skills

• BEng / BSc in Electrical or Electronic Engineering
• 3+ years' experience in power electronics design or product support
• Strong understanding of medium- to high-power conversion systems
• Experience with simulation tools, such as MATLAB/Simulink, LTspice, or PSpice
• Practical experience with testing and troubleshooting power electronic hardware
• Solid understanding of thermal management, EMC, and protection schemes

Job Experience & Skills Required

• Design and development of high‑power converters and inverters for renewable energy and energy storage systems
• Support the lifecycle of grid-connected solar PV inverters, battery converters, and related power electronics products
• Develop and review power stage designs, including DC‑DC, DC‑AC, and AC‑AC topologies
• Selection and validation of power semiconductor devices (IGBTs, MOSFETs, and SiC)
• Perform circuit simulation, control loop analysis, and performance optimisation
• Support factory and site testing, commissioning, and fault investigation
• Work closely with control, systems, and commissioning engineers
• Ensure compliance with electrical standards and grid‑code requirements