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Principal Power Electronics Engineer

Competitive Salary | Telford | Hybrid

An opportunity for an experienced Principal Power Electronics Engineer to join an advanced R&D team, developing power electronics products from concept through to manufacture for industries such as automotive and industrial automation.

Key Responsibilities

Design and develop power electronic circuits and systems

Lead design of critical power components for new products

Use SPICE simulation to support design decisions

Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams on drive and system architecture

Research and apply emerging power electronics technologies

Essential Skills & Experience

MEng / MSc in Power Electronics or related discipline

5+ years’ experience in a commercial engineering environment

Strong knowledge of SMPS, thermal design, DFM, mechanics, and PCB layout

Experience with analogue and digital circuit design

Desirable

Chartered Engineer status

Prototype build, bench testing, and system experimentation

Thermal, mechanical, or EMC experience for motor drives

Benefits

Competitive salary

Hybrid & flexible working

EV car scheme

25 days holiday (increasing annually) + holiday buy/sell

Relocation and visa sponsorship available (case by case)

Apply now to join a growing technology business delivering real-world power electronics solutions

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