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Principal Power Electronics Engineer

Royal Leamington Spa
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Principal Power Electronics Engineer
Leamington Spa, United Kingdom | Permanent, Full-Time
We're recruiting on behalf of a leading international engineering consultancy, specialising in the development of sustainable electrified propulsion systems and associated technologies for OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, and research bodies across the automotive, aerospace, off-highway, defence, and clean energy sectors.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a Principal Power Electronics Engineer to take the lead on technical development and innovation, working on clean-sheet designs across inverters, DCDCs, onboard chargers and related systems.
What You'll Be Doing

  • Lead the design and specification of magnetics and capacitors for power converters and inverters
  • Design and develop mixed signal systems and digital processing platforms
  • Carry out system simulations using tools like Simscape and PLECS
  • Collaborate with control engineers to define control strategies for converters/inverters
  • Ensure designs meet standards such as IEC61508, ISO26262, and CISPR25
  • Lead multi-disciplinary projects, from proposal through delivery
  • Act as the technical interface to key customers and internal stakeholders
  • Support business development by contributing to proposals and marketing
  • Provide mentorship and share knowledge with the wider engineering team
    What We're Looking For
    Essential:
  • Proven experience developing power electronic systems such as inverters, DCDCs, OBCs, etc.
  • Background in at least two relevant sectors: automotive, aerospace, marine, defence, clean energy, off-highway
  • Strong knowledge of digital and mixed signal design, EMC, and noise attenuation
  • Competency in simulation and modelling of power electronics and magnetic systems
  • Track record leading technical projects and developing customer relationships
  • Degree (or equivalent experience) in a relevant engineering discipline
    Desirable:
  • Familiarity with motor control strategies (e.g. FOC, IPM, SPM, SR motors)
  • Hands-on experience building, testing, and iterating hardware prototypes
  • Exposure to thermal simulation, fluid cooling, or high-voltage safety practices
  • Ability to manage PCB layout, enclosure design and product assembly

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