Principal Power Electronics Engineer
14 days ago
Royal Leamington Spa
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 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, • 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, • Hybrid-flexible working & half-day Fridays, • Annual bonus scheme, • Private healthcare and EV car scheme, • 25 days holiday + holiday purchase option, • Supportive and people-first culture, • Life assurance, employee assistance programme, • Free onsite parking, fruit, tea/coffee, and social events (including summer BBQ & Xmas party)