Principal Power Electronics Engineer

7 hours ago

Andover, United Kingdom Profectus Recruitment Full time
Job Description

Principal Power Electronics Engineer – Exciting Opportunity in the Electronics/Semiconductor Sector.


Profectus Recruitment is delighted to partner with a leading company in the electronics and semiconductor industry to identify a talented Principal Power Electronics Engineer to join their dynamic Power Electronics team. This is an exceptional opportunity for an expert in power engineering and electronic design to take on a pivotal role within a cutting-edge organisation.

As a Principal Power Electronics Engineer, you will act as the focal point for power engineering and electronic design activities. You will lead design, verification, and manufacturing proposals while maintaining up-to-date industry knowledge to ensure the company’s products remain innovative and competitive.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Design and develop automotive-grade inverter hardware, including semiconductor power modules.
  • Characterise, test, and model key power electronic components and sub-assemblies.
  • Lead and own power module qualification testing in line with industry and customer standards.
  • Schematic capture, PCB/DBC/AMB circuit layout, and analysis.
  • Produce comprehensive technical documentation, including manufacturing packs and test procedures.
  • Stay informed on advancements in manufacturing techniques for Power Electronics.
  • Apply reliability, risk, and safety analysis tools such as FTA and DFMEA to evaluate hardware.
  • Simulate and evaluate electrical and thermal models using cutting-edge tools.
  • Engage with customers to exceed expectations and provide expert guidance.


Skills and Qualifications:

Essential:

  • MEng/MSc Degree in Electrical & Electronics Engineering.
  • Strong background in power electronics, with expertise in wide-bandgap power module design and packaging.
  • Experience with GaN and SiC applications, DC/DC and DC/AC converters, gate drivers, and EMC/EMI compliance.
  • Proficient in prototyping, simulation, and validation techniques.
  • Skilled with design and simulation tools such as PLECS, Simulink, Matlab, LT/PSPICE, ANSYS Electronics Desktop, and ALTIUM.
  • Ability to develop and test robust and reliable hardware/software solutions.
  • Strong communication skills for engaging with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Experience mentoring junior engineers and leading by example in best practices.


Desirable:

  • PhD in a relevant discipline.
  • Knowledge of functional safety standards like ISO26262.
  • Familiarity with automotive legislation and guidelines.
  • Expertise in designing inverter power-stages for automotive traction drives.
  • Chartered Engineer status.


Additional Information:

This role may involve occasional travel across the UK and Europe to meet customers, suppliers, and attend academic events. The ideal candidate will be proactive, self-motivated, and a team player, eager to take on challenges in a fast-paced environment.


Why Join?

Our client is at the forefront of innovation in the electronics and semiconductor industry, offering a stimulating environment where your expertise will directly shape the future of power electronics.

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