Power Systems Test Engineer

1 month ago

Stone, Staffordshire, United Kingdom Ultra Electronics Group Full time
Electronics Systems Validation Specialist

Safeguarding the Seas for the World's Navies

Ultra Maritime pioneers delivering multi-mission solutions that protect and empower the naval forces worldwide. With our extensive portfolio of capabilities, our innovations are utilised on naval fleets across our allied navies around the globe.

We thrive on collaboration and partnering with our customers to ensure mission success. Our expert solutions encompass an array of game-changing technologies, including state-of-the-art sonar, radar, expendables, signature management, and naval power systems.

Flexible Working

At Ultra Maritime, we understand that your personal life is just as important as your professional one. That's why we support and promote flexible working arrangements where possible. Whether you prefer a hybrid model, working remotely, or the structure of being on-site, we will support you as best as we can. Embrace the freedom to shape your work hours according to your needs, whether it's part-time, compressed hours, or a unique arrangement that suits your lifestyle.

Job Description

We are seeking a Power Electronics Test Engineer with a strong emphasis on lab-based testing, electrical testing, and fault finding. This role is perfect for an individual who enjoys hands-on work with electronic systems, ensuring that power electronics systems are tested thoroughly for functionality, reliability, and safety. In addition to power electronics, you will also work with general electrical systems, making this a well-rounded role for an engineer passionate about lab-based testing and diagnostics.

Working across multiple industries, including Marine and Defence, you will play a crucial role in the validation and troubleshooting of systems such as power converters, motor drives, and electrical systems. This position offers the chance to engage directly with hardware, diagnose complex issues, and provide feedback to improve the performance and reliability of products.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead hands-on testing of power electronics and electrical systems in a lab environment, ensuring systems perform according to specifications and safety standards.
  • Develop and execute test plans, including functional and performance testing for power converters, motor drives, and other related systems.
  • Use lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, multi-meters, power analyzers, and signal generators to conduct precise measurements and validate system performance.

Electrical Testing & Fault Finding

  • Perform electrical testing on both low-voltage and high-voltage systems, identifying issues and ensuring that systems are safe and functional under various operating conditions.
  • Troubleshoot system faults, diagnose complex technical problems, and implement effective solutions to ensure optimal system performance.

System Integration & Support

  • Support the integration of power electronics into larger systems, testing the compatibility and performance of systems when combined with other components.
  • Collaborate with engineers to validate designs through testing and provide input on potential product improvements based on test outcomes.
  • Set up and maintain test rigs, ensuring the accuracy and safety of all testing operations.

Lab Maintenance & Safety

  • Manage the test lab environment, ensuring that all equipment is maintained, calibrated, and ready for testing activities.
  • Ensure all testing procedures follow relevant health and safety protocols, particularly when dealing with high-voltage equipment.

Documentation & Reporting

  • Prepare detailed test reports, documenting testing procedures, outcomes, and any identified issues or inconsistencies.

Customer Support

  • Provide technical support during customer-facing activities, including field testing and installation, ensuring that systems perform to customer expectations.

Qualifications / Skills Required

Education

  • HND, Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics, Electronics Engineering, or a related field with a focus on electrical testing and electronics systems.

Experience

  • Proven experience in power electronics testing, fault finding, and lab-based testing of power converters, motor drives, or other complex electronic systems.
  • Familiarity with electrical testing on both low-voltage and high-voltage systems, including diagnostics and fault resolution.

Skills

  • Strong knowledge of power electronics, electrical systems, and converter topologies.
  • Expertise in electrical testing, including the ability to interpret test data, troubleshoot issues, and suggest corrective actions.
  • Experience developing and executing test plans, with the ability to analyze data and draw actionable insights.
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, to produce detailed technical reports and collaborate with engineering teams.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience working on power systems or electrical systems in industries such as Marine, Defense, or Aerospace.
  • Hands-on experience in the integration of power electronics into larger systems, testing systems under real-world conditions.
  • Proficiency with simulation tools to validate designs before physical testing.

Why Join Us

This role is ideal for a technically skilled technician or engineer, who enjoys lab-based work and is passionate about electrical testing and fault finding. You will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge power electronics systems, directly impacting the performance and reliability of critical applications. If you're driven by practical problem-solving and excited by the challenge of ensuring high-quality system performance, we encourage you to apply for this hands-on, dynamic position.

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