| Location: Lichfield | Salary: Negotiable |
| Sector: Client Delivery, Defence | Type: Contract |
| Contact: Patrick Spurle | Job Published: about 3 hours ago |
Job Title: Power Systems Engineer
Location: Lichfield
Hourly Rate: £DOE - We are booking interviews next week! Please call or email for a slot
Term: 12 Months
IR35: Inside
We are currently seeking an experienced Power Systems Engineer (Contractor) to support the design, modelling, and integration of advanced power electronics systems.
About Us:
We are at the forefront of technology innovation, providing cutting-edge solutions to our clients. We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and dynamic work environment where creativity and expertise thrive. As we continue to expand, we are seeking a highly skilled Power Systems Engineer with a strong focus on requirements engineering to join our team on a contract basis.
The Role:
So, what will you be doing as a Power Systems Engineer?
Power Electronics Design
- Design and develop power electronic circuits including DC-DC converters, AC-DC rectifiers, inverters, and motor drives
- Apply industry best practices to deliver high-efficiency, compact, and reliable power systems
- Select components with consideration to performance, safety, cost, and availability
Modelling & Simulation
- Develop models using MATLAB, Simulink, and LTspice to validate system performance
- Perform system-level simulations covering transient and steady-state behaviour
- Design and optimise digital control algorithms, including feedback loops and stability analysis
Design Verification & Validation
- Create and execute design verification plans
- Support hardware testing alongside test engineers, correlating results with simulations
- Analyse test data and refine designs to improve overall performance
System Integration
- Collaborate with mechanical, software, and systems engineers to integrate power electronics into complete systems (e.g. motor drives, pumps, energy management systems)
- Ensure robust integration of control algorithms with hardware, optimising efficiency and stability
Design Documentation
- Produce and maintain technical documentation including schematics, simulations, reports, and design justifications
- Develop specifications and user documentation for internal and customer use
Continuous Improvement
- Stay current with advances in power semiconductors, control techniques, and modelling tools
- Identify opportunities to improve performance, reliability, and cost in existing designs
What are we looking for in our next Power Systems Engineer?
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics, or a related discipline
- Proven experience designing and modelling power electronic systems (inverters, converters, motor drives)
- Strong system-level design and circuit analysis capability
- Hands-on experience using MATLAB, Simulink, and LTspice
- Power electronics design for high-efficiency converters
- Digital control algorithms and feedback systems
- Power semiconductor selection (MOSFETs, IGBTs, etc.)
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Thermal management and EMC/EMI considerations
- Magnetic component design (inductors, transformers)
- Experience in Marine, Aerospace, or Defence environments delivering high-reliability systems
So, if you are interested in joining a well-established, renowned, globally recognised organisation working with experts in their field as the next Power Systems Engineer, hit that apply button now!
How to Apply:
Showcase your expertise and passion for Power Systems. Submit your updated resume and a cover letter outlining your experience and enthusiasm for joining our team in Lichfield.
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