Power Supply Design Engineer

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Our client is a well established company that specialises within power supply design within a range of industries including defence and aerospace sectors. They are looking for an experienced Power Supply Design Engineer to join their team. As a Power Supply Design Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and testing power electronics systems and components for various applications. Your primary focus will be on power electronics and power supply design, including but not limited to, DC-DC converters, custom power supplies, and high voltage supplies.
Main Responsibilities:

  • Design and develop power electronics systems and components, including but not limited to; DC-DC converters, AC-DC converters, and battery charging circuits.
  • Create and maintain detailed design documentation, including schematics, BOMs, and test procedures.
  • Work closely with cross-functional teams, including mechanical engineers, software engineers, and manufacturing engineers to ensure design and product requirements are met.
  • Conduct performance testing and analysis to ensure product reliability and functionality.
    Essential Skills:
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
  • At least 3 years of experience in power electronics and power supply design.
  • Experience with design and testing of switch-mode power supplies and linear regulators.
  • Understanding of EMI/EMC considerations in power electronics design.
    Further Information:
    This role would require you to be onsite and also would require you to get SC clearance. To be eligible you need to be British or have worked in the UK for the last 5 years.
    Because of this, no sponsorship can be offered.
    If you think your experience would be a good fit for the role, please apply with an updated CV

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