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Principal Power Electronics Engineer
Job Posted: 7 days ago
Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Permanent
Location: CV31, Royal Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Expire in: 21 days
Job Description
Principal Power Electronics Engineer
Leamington Spa, United Kingdom | Permanent, Full-Time
We're recruiting on behalf of a leading international engineering consultancy, specialising in the development of sustainable electrified propulsion systems and associated technologies for OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, and research bodies across the automotive, aerospace, off-highway, defence, and clean energy sectors.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a Principal Power Electronics Engineer to take the lead on technical development and innovation, working on clean-sheet designs across inverters, DCDCs, onboard chargers and related systems.
What You'll Be Doing
* Lead the design and specification of magnetics and capacitors for power converters and inverters
* Design and develop mixed signal systems and digital processing platforms
* Carry out system simulations using tools like Simscape and PLECS
* Collaborate with control engineers to define control strategies for converters/inverters
* Ensure designs meet standards such as IEC61508, ISO26262, and CISPR25
* Lead multi-disciplinary projects, from proposal through delivery
* Act as the technical interface to key customers and internal stakeholders
* Support business development by contributing to proposals and marketing
* Provide mentorship and share knowledge with the wider engineering team
What We're Looking For
Essential:
* Proven experience developing power electronic systems such as inverters, DCDCs, OBCs, etc.
* Background in at least two relevant sectors: automotive, aerospace, marine, defence, clean energy, off-highway
* Strong knowledge of digital and mixed signal design, EMC, and noise attenuation
* Competency in simulation and modelling of power electronics and magnetic systems
* Track record leading technical projects and developing customer relationships
* Degree (or equivalent experience) in a relevant engineering discipline
Desirable:
* Familiarity with motor control strategies (e.g. FOC, IPM, SPM, SR motors)
* Hands-on experience building, testing, and iterating hardware prototypes
* Exposure to thermal simulation, fluid cooling, or high-voltage safety practices
* Ability to manage PCB layout, enclosure design and product assemblyBefore You Apply
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