Senior Power Electronics Design Engineer
Department: Technology
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Edinburgh, Scotland
Description
We have an opportunity for a highly experienced Power Electronics Engineer to join our business as we continue to scale. This role is responsible for the design, development, and optimisation of power electronics systems that support the efficient, reliable, and safe operation of the electrical grid.
Who we are Energy is the primary input to everything. Our continued prosperity is dependent on reliable, affordable, clean electricity. ENODA is an innovator in energy platforms, developing advanced technologies for grid operators and developers that remove constraints to decarbonisation. Integrated hardware and software solutions slot into existing infrastructure, enabling the grid to become self-balancing and the primary provider of system stability. We are a mission-driven organisation committed to enabling humanity to prosper on 100% renewable energy. We are averse to introducing bureaucracy and are building a working culture that enables us to achieve our purpose and change the world. Check out the ENODA YouTube channel to learn more about us.
You'll spend your time:
- Leading the design, simulation, and optimisation of power electronics systems, including power converters, inverters, and power supplies
- Ensuring the designs meet performance, reliability, and safety standards
- Selecting and integrating appropriate components, such as semiconductors, capacitors, inductors, and controllers, into the overall design
- Coordinating with cross-functional teams, including electrical, mechanical, and software engineers, to ensure project milestones are met and integration is seamless
- Overseeing the development of test plans and validation protocols to ensure designs meet required specifications
- Leading testing efforts, analysing results, and troubleshooting any issues with prototypes or production designs
- Fostering a collaborative team environment and ensuring continuous knowledge sharing within the team
The key experience we're looking for:
- Development capability utilising high-power, high-speed power electronics, including a working knowledge of advanced materials, including SiC
- Static and dynamic simulation modelling and analysis
- Extensive experience with DC-AC and AC-DC 3 phase converters for power transmission applications
- Experience using MATLAB Simulink, SPICE or similar for systems design
- MEng / MSc Degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, Physics or equivalent
- Successfully designed and developed power electronics circuits and systems, including DC-DC converters, inverters, and power supplies
What we offer:
- Highly competitive salary dependent on skills & experience
- Private Medical Insurance
- Flexible Pension policy tailored to your requirements
- 33 days annual leave + Holiday purchase/sell scheme
- Dental cash-back scheme
- Cycle-to-Work scheme
- Season travel ticket loan
- Enhanced company sick pay & Income Protection
- Life Assurance
This role is based onsite at Quartermile in Edinburgh.