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Lead Power Electronics Engineer
Job Posted: 5 hours ago
Salary: £ 70,000 - 100,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Reading, Berkshire
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Join us at the forefront of space technology. Our client are developing advanced power systems for our next-generation satellite propulsion system, and we are looking for an experienced Senior Power Electronics Engineer to play a key role in that mission. This is an opportunity to take full ownership of the design, build, and test of innovative power electronics that will power our upcoming satellite launch.
This role will be fully onsite in Reading. Visa Sponsorship is available to the right candidate.
What you'll do
Lead the design, prototyping, and optimisation of advanced power electronics circuits and PCB layouts.
Develop DC-DC and DC-AC converters, power conditioners, and other specialised power supplies for inductively coupled plasma sources.
Carry out modelling, control design, and stability analysis for power converters.
Test and validate power electronics against simulations, ensuring compliance with EMI/EMC requirements while maximising reliability and efficiency.
Work closely with mechanical, software, and systems engineers to integrate power electronics into multiple satellite subsystems.
What you'll bring
Advanced degree (MSc, PhD or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics, or a related field.
3+ years' experience in power electronics design, which may include academic research.
Strong foundation in analogue and digital circuit design.
Proficiency in tools such as CST, Maxwell, COMSOL, LTSpice, TINA-TI, MATLAB/Simulink.
Hands-on experience with multiple converter topologies, including DC/DC, class E, and class D inverters.
It's a plus if you have
Experience designing power electronics for space applications.
Knowledge of high-voltage systems (up to 5kV).
Thermal modelling and electromagnetic design/testing experience.
Background in wireless / Inductive power transfer systems or RF generators.
Zero voltage high frequency switching
Skills in reliability analysis, FMECA, and control architectures for converters and drives.
Familiarity with EMI/EMC compliance and closed-loop feedback systems.
If you are excited by the idea of pushing the boundaries of power electronics in one of the most challenging environments imaginable, we'd love to hear from youBefore You Apply
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