Senior Power Electronics Engineer

Platform Recruitment
Telford, Shropshire, SY2 5TN, United Kingdom
Last week
Seniority
Senior
Posted
9 Apr 2026 (Last week)

Senior Power Electronics Engineer

Competitive Salary | Telford | Hybrid

An opportunity for an experienced Senior 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

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Design and develop power electronic circuits and systems

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Lead design of critical power components for new products

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Use SPICE simulation to support design decisions

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Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams on drive and system architecture

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Research and apply emerging power electronics technologies

Essential Skills & Experience

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MEng / MSc in Power Electronics or related discipline

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5+ years’ experience in a commercial engineering environment

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

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Experience with analogue and digital circuit design

Desirable

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Chartered Engineer status

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Prototype build, bench testing, and system experimentation

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Thermal, mechanical, or EMC experience for motor drives

Benefits

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Competitive salary

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Hybrid & flexible working

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EV car scheme

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

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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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