Principal Power Electronics Engineer

Ampere Recruitment
Brighton, East Sussex, United Kingdom
2 weeks ago
£80,000 – £85,000 pa

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Principal Power Electronics Engineer

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: Competitive, based on experience

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Principal Power Electronics Engineer to lead the design and development of next-generation DC/DC, AC/DC, and DC/AC power conversion systems using wide bandgap semiconductors such as SiC and GaN. This role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology, driving innovation in high-efficiency, high-power-density solutions for applications in automotive, industrial, renewable energy, and aerospace sectors.

Key Responsibilities

* Lead the design, simulation, and development of high-performance power converters (DC/DC, AC/DC, and DC/AC) using SiC and GaN technologies.

* Define system architectures, topologies, and control strategies for high-efficiency power conversion.

* Conduct circuit simulation, PCB layout design, and thermal management analysis to optimize performance.

* Drive component selection and ensure compliance with relevant industry standards (IEC, UL, automotive, aerospace, etc.).

* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate power electronics into larger systems.

* Perform hardware validation, testing, and troubleshooting to improve system reliability.

* Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers.

* Stay at the forefront of emerging power semiconductor technologies and industry trends.

Requirements

* Master’s or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics, or related field.

* 10+ years of experience in power electronics design, focusing on DC/DC, AC/DC, and DC/AC conversion.

* Extensive expertise in SiC and GaN-based power electronics for high-efficiency designs.

* Strong proficiency in LTSpice, PLECS, MATLAB/Simulink, Altium, or similar tools.

* Experience with high-frequency switching, EMI/EMC compliance, and thermal management.

* Hands-on experience with PCB layout design for high-power circuits.

* Deep understanding of control algorithms for power converters (digital and analog).

* Familiarity with power magnetics, gate drivers, and high-voltage isolation techniques.

* Proven track record of leading projects from concept to production.

Desirable Skills

* Experience in automotive, aerospace, industrial, or renewable energy applications.

* Experience in digital control implementations (DSP, FPGA, Microcontrollers).

* Exposure to SiC and GaN packaging, thermal modelling, and lifetime estimation.

Why join our client?

Work on cutting-edge wide-bandgap power electronics technology.

Contribute to next-generation clean energy solutions.

Competitive salary and career growth opportunities.

Collaborative and innovative engineering environment.

Apply now to be part of a team shaping the future of power electronics!

Ampere Recruitment is a specialist recruiter in power electronics, helping companies across the UK and Europe hire top engineering talent in DC/DC, AC/DC, inverters, and power semiconductors

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