Power Electronics Engineer

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Overview
Expleo is a leading Global Engineering Services Provider with UK presence in 10 locations. We are seeking an experienced Power Electronics Engineer to work with our client, at Belfast. In this role the successful candidate will be working alongside a team of multi-disciplined Engineer working on cutting edge defence products. Your role will span the entire product life-cycle from design requirements capture and analysis through to defining the power architecture and designing, building, testing and verifying that the solution meets the customer's needs. The Power Electronics role requires working within the Electronics team to optimise the design through trade-studies, analyses, modelling and simulation to produce best-in-class competitive products.
We are looking for an energetic and driven individual with broad expertise, however of particular interest would be candidates with aerospace or military experience.
This role represents a great opportunity to work with a blue-chip client, contributing to the security of the UK and our allies. Valued attributes are a team player who can use their initiative and has a real passion for engineering with an attention to detail, combined with a thorough, methodical approach to problem solving.
Responsibilities
The Power Electronics Engineer will perform, but not be limited to the following type of activities centred on the development and delivery of cutting-edge defence products:
Developing electrical power architectures to meet design requirements
Leading in the design and prototype of power electronics circuits
Using simulation tools to produce models of electronic and electrical power systems
Leading component and sub-system selection and manage evaluation activities
Define testing, validation and debug of component and circuit assemblies
Support to integration testing
Creation of power electronics specifications, development and verification plans
Responsible for compliance to regulatory standards
Contribute to bid and estimating activities
Qualifications
Degree level qualification in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or related discipline. A lower qualification would be acceptable for example HNC/HND should the candidate be able to demonstrate significant demonstrable experience in lieu
Desired skills
Knowledge of vehicular electrical power systems and distribution, including:
600 VDC
Single phase 240 VAC
Three phase 400 VAC
A solid understanding of thermal management techniques
Proficient in simulation tools such as LTSpice, with experience in modelling converters
Understanding of principles for design for LVD & EMC Compliance
Highly effective communicator within a diverse, professional environment
Self-motivated, able to lead and take the initiative
specifications, development and verification plans
Outstanding team working skills
Experience
Post graduate relevant work experience
Experience with selection and evaluation of MOTs AD-DC and DC-DC convertors
Significant relevant experience of SMPS design
Vehicle battery systems experience utilising lead acid or lithium batteries
Experience of power filter design and implementation
Familiarity with regulatory standards for power electronics and safety certifications
Experience with specifications, development and verification plans
Experience of mentoring and coaching others
What do I need before I apply
UK sole
BPSS Cleared
Able to obtain SC
Ability/willingness to work on the client site in Belfast
Benefits
Collaborative working environment - we stand shoulder to shoulder with our clients and our peers through good times and challenges
We empower all passionate technology loving professionals by allowing them to expand their skills and take part in inspiring projects
Expleo Academy - enables you to acquire and develop the right skills by delivering a suite of accredited training courses
Competitive company benefits
Always working as one team, our people are not afraid to think big and challenge the status quo
As a Confident Committed Employer we have committed to:
Ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible
Communicating and promoting vacancies
Offering an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job
Anticipating and providing reasonable adjustments as required
Supporting any existing employee who acquires a or long term health condition, enabling them to stay in work at least one activity that will make a difference for disabled people"We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their , , , /belief, or ".
We treat everyone fairly and equitably across the organisation, including providing any additional support and adjustments needed for everyone to thrive
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Location:
Belfast
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Electronics Engineer, Engineer, Power Electronics Engineer, Engineering, Power, Electronics Engineering

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