Mechanical Design Engineer

Location: Letchworth Garden City, Hertfordshire (hybrid/flexible considered)

We’re partnering with a UK-based defence and aerospace power-electronics specialist that designs and manufactures mission-critical power systems used in some of the most demanding environments worldwide.

They’re now looking to add a Mechanical Design Engineer to their engineering team — someone who enjoys designing ruggedised, high-reliability mechanical solutions and wants to see their work deployed in real defence and aerospace programmes.

What you’ll be doing

• Designing rugged enclosures, housings, and mechanical assemblies for power electronics used in harsh environments
• Producing 3D models and detailed manufacturing drawings (SolidWorks) from concept through to release
• Engineering designs to meet shock, vibration, ingress protection, and environmental standards (MIL-STD / DEF-STAN / IP)
• Supporting thermal management and structural integrity, ensuring designs perform under extreme operating conditions
• Working hands-on with prototypes, building support, and environmental/EMC testing
• Creating clear technical documentation, BOMs, and compliance evidence for defence programmes
• Collaborating closely with electrical engineers, project managers, and suppliers to ensure designs are manufacturable, robust, and cost-effective

What we’re looking for

• Degree-qualified in Mechanical Engineering (or similar)
• 3+ years’ experience in mechanical design for defence, aerospace, or ruggedised electronics
• Strong CAD capability (SolidWorks preferred), with a solid understanding of GD&T and material selection
• Experience designing for harsh environments, including vibration, shock, and thermal constraints
• Familiarity with MIL-STD-810, DEF-STAN, and structured quality systems (ISO 9001)
• Detail-oriented engineer who’s comfortable working to tight technical and regulatory requirements

Nice to have (but not essential)

• Exposure to electromechanical integration
• Understanding of DFM/DFA for low-volume, high-reliability production
• Experience working with defence documentation and procurement standards

What’s on offer

• Competitive salary aligned with experience
• Pension scheme
• Flexible working options
• Ongoing training and professional development
• The chance to work on long-life defence and aerospace programmes with real-world impact

If this Mechanical Design Engineer is of interest, then please apply with an up-to-date CV and contact information.

Senior FPGA Engineer

Location: Commutable from Brighton, Crawley, Chichester, or Portsmouth

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior FPGA Engineer to join an established engineering team and take technical ownership of HDL architecture for next-generation power supply platforms. This role offers a mix of hands-on FPGA design and technical leadership, working closely with systems, hardware, and software teams across the full product lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to all phases of the FPGA development lifecycle, including requirements capture, architecture, design, implementation, integration, verification, and test.
• Define and own advanced digital and FPGA architectures for complex power supply and embedded systems.
• Apply sound engineering principles to develop robust, scalable, and high-performance digital designs.
• Collaborate with Systems Engineers and Program Management to decompose and translate system-level requirements into FPGA solutions.
• Conduct and participate in design and peer reviews, providing technical guidance and mentorship to other engineers.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams (hardware, firmware, software, mechanical, and manufacturing) to define interfaces and overall system performance.
• Support design for manufacture (DFM), considering supply-chain constraints and common manufacturing methods.
• Provide engineering support to safety, quality, and customer-facing teams as required.

Required Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• Strong FPGA development experience using VHDL (preferred) or Verilog.
• 8+ years’ experience in one or more of the following:
• FPGA / HDL design
• Digital design simulation and verification
• Research and development environments
• Proven experience developing:
• Reusable, maintainable, and testable HDL architectures
• Self-checking test benches and verification frameworks
• Solid understanding of digital circuit operation, debugging, and failure analysis.
• Experience with high-speed digital electronics, FPGA-based systems, and embedded processor integration.
• Strong documentation and communication skills.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively in multi-disciplinary teams.

Desirable Skills

• Familiarity with Agile development methodologies.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and Git-based source control.
• Exposure to regulated or safety-critical environments is a plus.

If you’re a technically driven Senior FPGA Engineer looking to take ownership of complex digital architectures and work on next-generation power platforms, we’d like to hear from you. Apply now.

Senior Power Electronics Application Engineer

Location: Denmark
Represented Exclusively by Ampere Recruitment

Ampere Recruitment is partnering with a groundbreaking technology client at the forefront of power delivery, and we are now supporting them in hiring a Senior Power Electronics Application Engineer to join their expanding engineering organisation.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced power electronics professional to play a leading role in reference design development, technical customer support, and system-level engineering for next-generation power solutions.

If you enjoy working closely with cross-functional teams, tackling complex design challenges, and driving innovation in high-performance systems, this role offers a highly engaging and rewarding environment.

The Role

As the Senior Power Electronics Application Engineer, you will act as a technical leader within the organisation—supporting customers, developing reference designs, creating application documentation, and delivering system-level simulations that help shape the company’s future product line.

You’ll work shoulder-to-shoulder with IC design, product engineering, validation, and project management teams, ensuring products meet the performance, reliability, and quality expectations required for world-class power solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-level technical application support and product training to customers and field application engineers.
• Collaborate with internal teams (IC design, applications, product engineering, test, validation, project management) to develop:

• • Reference designs
  • Application notes
  • Datasheets
  • Evaluation kit documentation

• Lead system-level behavioural modelling and simulations to validate architectures and performance targets.
• Work closely with test engineers to establish robust test and validation plans for PMIC and power management solutions.
• Perform hands-on laboratory testing and generate detailed application engineering reports.
• Stay current with industry trends, standards, and emerging technologies in power and thermal management.

• Represent the business at conferences, trade shows, and customer events.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree (or higher) in Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics, or related discipline.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in analogue circuit design and power converter technologies (DC-DC, linear regulators, etc.).
• Practical experience in PCB design and an understanding of PCB assembly processes.
• Knowledge of high-current point-of-load converters (advantageous).
• Strong understanding of control systems and EMC principles.
• Experience with digital communication interfaces such as UART, I2C, I3C, or SPI (nice to have).

Personal Attributes

• Clear, effective communicator with strong written and verbal skills.
• Strong problem-solving abilities with a structured, analytical approach.
• Adaptable and resilient, able to thrive in a fast-moving, high-growth engineering environment.

If this Senior Power Electronics Applications Engineer vacancy is of interest, then please apply with an up-to-date CV and contact information

Power Electronics Engineer (System-Level – Inverters & Drives)

Location: Woking
Employment Type: Full-Time
Department: Engineering / Product Development
Reports To: Engineering Manager or Technical Lead

About the Role

On behalf of our client, we are seeking an experienced Power Electronics Engineer with a strong background in system-level design and integration of inverter and motor drive technologies. The ideal candidate will be responsible for leading the development, optimisation, and validation of high-performance power electronic systems for industrial, and automotive technologies.

You will work cross-functionally with hardware, control, and system engineering teams to deliver efficient, reliable, and scalable inverter and drive solutions from concept through production.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the system-level design, modelling, and integration of inverter and drive technologies, including motor inverters, DC/DC converters, and related power conversion systems.
• Analyse system requirements and translate them into power architecture specifications and component-level requirements.
• Support the selection and validation of semiconductors (IGBT, SiC, GaN), gate drivers, passive components, and thermal management solutions.
• Develop system simulation models (e.g., MATLAB/Simulink, PLECS, PSIM) to predict electrical, thermal, and dynamic performance.
• Work closely with control design teams to ensure tight integration between hardware and software control loops.
• Perform design verification testing, efficiency optimisation, EMI/EMC compliance, and system validation under real-world operating conditions.
• Lead root cause analysis and continuous improvement activities for system performance and reliability.
• Collaborate with mechanical and thermal engineers on packaging, cooling, and layout optimisation.
• Prepare technical documentation, design reviews, and customer technical presentations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics, or equivalent field.
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in design and development of power conversion systems, with emphasis on inverters and motor drives.
• Deep understanding of topologies (e.g., three-phase inverters, DC/DC converters, multilevel inverters) and related control strategies (FOC, PWM, DTC, etc.).
• Experience with SiC and GaN-based power devices and associated gate drive circuits.
• Strong analytical and modelling skills using tools like MATLAB/Simulink, PSIM, or PLECS.
• Familiarity with EMI/EMC design principles, thermal design, and safety standards (IEC, UL, ISO).
• Hands-on experience with hardware testing, lab instrumentation, and system commissioning.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with automotive or renewable energy inverter systems.
• Exposure to functional safety (ISO 26262) or reliability engineering.
• Knowledge of digital control platforms (DSPs, FPGAs, or microcontrollers) and embedded software basics.
• Familiarity with system modelling and co-simulation environments.

If this Power Electronics Engineer vacancy is of interest, please apply with an up-to-date CV and contact information.

Job Title: Head of Project Management - Defence or Aerospace

Location: Germany, Konstanz region

Company Overview:

Our client is a leading technology company specializing in the development and manufacturing of advanced power electronics solutions. With a strong focus on innovation and cutting-edge technology, they serve a diverse range of industries, from space exploration to aerospace applications. Their commitment to excellence and continuous improvement drives them to deliver reliable and high-performance solutions to their customers worldwide.

Job Description:

They are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Head of Project Management with a background in electronics, particularly in the transition from space to aerospace applications. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of successfully managing complex projects in the field of power electronics, with a strong understanding of the unique challenges and requirements of the aerospace industry.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Planning and Execution:
• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of power electronics projects for aerospace applications, ensuring adherence to timelines, budget constraints, and quality standards.
• Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, resource plans, and risk management strategies to mitigate potential issues and ensure project success.

Stakeholder Management:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for internal stakeholders, customers, and external partners throughout the project lifecycle.
• Foster strong relationships with key stakeholders to understand their requirements, address concerns, and ensure alignment with project goals.
• Communicate project status, updates, and milestones effectively to stakeholders, management, and project teams.

Technical Leadership:

• Provide technical leadership and guidance to multidisciplinary teams, including engineers, designers, and technicians, to ensure the successful development and implementation of power electronics solutions.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to review technical specifications, resolve technical challenges, and optimize design solutions for aerospace applications.

Quality Assurance and Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, regulations, and quality management systems throughout the project lifecycle.
• Implement quality assurance processes and procedures to uphold product reliability, safety, and performance standards by aerospace requirements.

Continuous Improvement:

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance project management processes, methodologies, and tools, optimizing efficiency and effectiveness.
• Identify lessons learned from past projects and apply best practices to improve future project outcomes and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• Proven experience (5+ years) in project management within the power electronics industry, with a focus on aerospace applications.
• Strong technical background in power electronics design, development, and testing.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects with multiple stakeholders and competing priorities.
• Knowledge of relevant industry standards, regulations, and quality management systems.
• Project management certification (e.g., PMP) is a plus.

Join their dynamic team and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of power electronics for aerospace applications. If you are passionate about innovation, technology, and delivering exceptional results, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

FPGA Engineer – 3-Year Fixed Term Contract

Ampere Recruitment is working with a leading scientific and engineering organisation seeking a FPGA Engineer to join their team on a 3-year fixed-term contract.

This role offers the opportunity to develop FPGA firmware for next-generation high-reliability power supply control systems, working in a technically advanced environment where quality, stability, and long-term maintainability are critical.

The Role
As an FPGA Engineer, you will be responsible for the design, development, and validation of FPGA firmware used in sophisticated control systems for precision power supplies. You will work closely with hardware and control engineers to deliver robust, production-ready firmware solutions.
Key Responsibilities
•    Develop, maintain, and debug HDL code for Xilinx FPGAs using Vivado, implementing full-cycle firmware including feedback control, filtering, and interlock handling via state machine architectures.
•    Design and integrate FPGA interfaces to external peripherals, including ADCs, DACs, SRAM, Flash memory, sensors, and microcontrollers.
•    Create simulation test benches and perform verification and on-hardware validation using logic analysers and laboratory equipment.
•    Collaborate with hardware and control system teams to optimise performance, resolve technical issues, and develop Ethernet-based control interfaces.
•    Review, refactor, and document HDL code in line with internal coding standards, ensuring proper version control and long-term maintainability.
•    Support wider electronic development activities, including circuit simulation (SPICE / MATLAB / Simulink), PCB design input, and prototype testing.

About You
You will hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Physics, or a related discipline, or demonstrate equivalent practical experience gained in a relevant industrial or scientific environment.

Essential Experience
•    Strong theoretical and hands-on experience in FPGA firmware development, preferably using Xilinx devices and VHDL and/or Verilog.
•    Proven background in simulation, verification, and validation of FPGA designs.
•    Experience using code management and version control tools.
•    Basic knowledge of electrical and electronic circuit principles, laboratory measurement techniques, and simulation tools such as LTspice, PSpice, or Simscape.
•    Familiarity with microcontrollers, microprocessors, and programming languages, including C, C++ or Python.
•    Basic understanding of linear control systems.
•    A self-driven approach, strong attention to detail, and the ability to take ownership of technical tasks through to completion.
•    Willingness to travel occasionally within the UK and overseas.

Desirable
•    Experience in high-reliability, scientific, or industrial control environments.
•    Exposure to power electronics or real-time control firmware.

If interested please apply with an up-to-date CV and contact information.

Electronics Engineering Manager – Power Supply Design (DC/DC/AC/DC)

Location: Boston

Salary: €170k to €210k
Sector: Power Electronics / High Voltage Power Conversion

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Electronics Engineering Manager to lead and grow a high-performing power supply design team. This role combines technical leadership with hands-on engineering, requiring someone who can mentor and develop engineers while remaining actively involved in the design and delivery of advanced power conversion systems.

You will be responsible for building a strong engineering culture, driving technical excellence, and delivering innovative DC/DC and AC/DC power supply solutions for high-voltage and high-reliability applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Build, lead, and mentor a team of power electronics engineers, fostering technical growth and best-practice design methodologies.
• Provide technical direction and oversight across multiple power supply development projects.
• Remain hands-on in the design, simulation, and development of DC/DC and AC/DC converters, particularly for high-voltage applications.
• Define architecture and topologies for next-generation power supply platforms.
• Oversee design verification, testing, and qualification activities.
• Support recruitment and onboarding of new engineering talent.
• Collaborate closely with systems, mechanical, firmware, and manufacturing teams to ensure successful product integration.
• Manage project timelines, resource planning, and technical risk.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of tools, processes, and design standards.

Required Experience & Skills

• Degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering or similar discipline.
• Significant experience in power electronics design, including DC/DC and AC/DC converter development.
• Proven track record in high-voltage power supply design.
• Experience leading or mentoring engineering teams.
• Strong knowledge of power semiconductor devices, magnetics, control loops, and thermal design.
• Proficiency with simulation and design tools (e.g., SPICE, MATLAB/Simulink, PCB CAD).
• Hands-on experience taking designs from concept through to production.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Desirable Experience

• Experience in regulated or high-reliability industries (space, defence, medical, industrial).
• Exposure to EMC compliance and safety standards for high-voltage systems.
• Experience scaling engineering teams in a growing organisation.

What’s on Offer

• Opportunity to build and shape an engineering team and technical roadmap.
• Involvement in cutting-edge high-voltage power electronics development.
• Competitive salary and benefits.
• Collaborative and innovation-driven environment.

If this Electronics Engineering Manager vacancy is of interest, please apply with an up-to-date CV and contract information.

Senior Power IC Design Engineer

Location: Copenhagen Denmark

Ampere Recruitment is working with a DeepTech semiconductor business based in the Copenhagen area that is looking to appoint a Senior Power IC Design Engineer. This is an opportunity to join a highly innovative engineering team developing next-generation integrated power solutions for a broad range of applications.

The role offers hands-on technical influence, exposure to state-of-the-art IC and power electronics technology, and the chance to contribute at a senior level within a collaborative, fast-moving environment.

The Role

As a Senior Power IC Design Engineer, you will play a key role in the design and development of advanced power converter ICs. You will be involved across the full design lifecycle, working closely with experts in power electronics, IC design, and semiconductor process development.

This position suits an experienced engineer who enjoys combining deep technical work with technical leadership responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership within IC development projects

• Design integrated power converters, including associated telemetry circuits

• Develop analog and mixed-signal circuit blocks

• Perform circuit simulation and verification at transistor and system level

• Drive and support IC layout activities

• Contribute to silicon validation, characterisation, and bring-up activities

Required Experience & Background

• Master’s degree (or higher) in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline

• 10+ years of relevant industry experience in IC or power electronics design

• Strong hands-on experience designing analog circuits, such as:

  • High-speed comparators

  • Amplifiers

  • Current and temperature sensors

  • Bandgap references

• Solid background in power converter architectures, including:

  • Linear regulators

  • Switched-inductor DC-DC converters

  • Switched-capacitor DC-DC converters

• Experience designing power devices, gate drivers, bootstrap circuits, and level shifters

• Previous responsibility as a technical or project lead on IC programmes

• Practical experience with power management ICs (PMICs)

• Familiarity with IC design tools such as Cadence (preferred), Synopsys, or Mentor Graphics

Desirable (Nice to Have)

• Experience with digital interfaces (UART, I²C, I3C, SPI)

• Exposure to PCB design, assembly, and experimental validation

Personal Attributes

• Based in, or within commuting distance of Copenhagen

• Comfortable working in multidisciplinary engineering teams

• Creative, curious, and technically driven

• Strong communication skills, including idea sharing and technical presentation

• Able to manage priorities effectively in a dynamic environment

If this Senior Power IC Design Engineer position looks of interest, then please apply with an up-to-date CV and contact information.

Senior Power Electronics Engineer

Location: Oxford, UK
Discipline: High-Power DC/DC Converter Design | Experimental Systems

The Role

We are seeking a Senior Power Electronics Engineer to lead the design, development, and validation of high-power DC/DC converters used in experimental and research-driven applications. This role is well-suited to an engineer who enjoys working on novel architectures, rapidly evolving requirements, and translating theoretical concepts into robust, testable hardware.

You will take technical ownership of power converter development from concept through to prototype testing, working closely with multidisciplinary teams across electronics, systems, and research functions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop high-power DC/DC converters (from hundreds of watts to multi-kW) for experimental and prototype systems
• Define power architectures, topologies, and control strategies suitable for non-standard or research-led applications
• Lead schematic design, component selection, and power stage optimisation (SiC / GaN / silicon as appropriate)
• Design and review magnetics (transformers, inductors) for high-power, high-efficiency operation
• Oversee PCB layout reviews with a strong focus on EMI, thermal performance, and high-voltage safety
• Build, test, and debug prototypes; lead lab-based validation and experimental testing
• Collaborate with systems, mechanical, and research teams to integrate power electronics into wider platforms
• Support documentation, design reviews, and knowledge transfer within the engineering team

Required Skills & Experience

• Degree (BSc, MSc, or PhD) in Electrical / Electronic Engineering or related field
• Strong commercial or research experience in power electronics design
• Proven experience designing high-power DC/DC converters
• Deep understanding of:

• • Power converter topologies
  • Switching devices (MOSFETs, IGBTs, SiC, GaN)
  • Magnetics design and power passive selection
  • Control techniques and feedback loops

• Hands-on experience with lab testing, debugging, and experimental validation
• Familiarity with simulation tools (SPICE, PLECS, MATLAB/Simulink)
• Experience with PCB design tools (Altium, OrCAD, or similar)

Desirable Experience

• Exposure to high-voltage or high-current systems
• EMI/EMC mitigation in experimental or non-standard systems
• Leadership or mentoring of junior engineers
• Rapid prototyping and iterative design cycles

What’s on Offer

• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge experimental power electronics
• High technical autonomy and influence over design decisions
• Access to advanced lab facilities and test equipment
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Collaborative engineering culture based in Oxford

If this Senior Power Electronics Engineer vacancy is of interest, please apply with an up-to-date CV and contact information.

Junior Power Supply Design Engineer

Location: Dublin, Ireland (Hybrid / On-site)

The Role

Our client is looking for a Junior Power Supply Design Engineer to join their growing engineering team working on the design and development of AC/DC and DC/DC power supplies. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career engineer to gain hands-on experience across the full power-electronics development lifecycle, supported by senior engineers and technical mentors.

You will contribute to the design, simulation, prototyping, and testing of efficient, reliable power solutions used in a range of industrial, medical, automotive, or consumer applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the design and development of AC/DC and DC/DC power supplies
• Assist with schematic capture, component selection, and basic magnetics design
• Perform circuit simulation using tools such as SPICE, LTspice, or PLECS
• Support PCB layout reviews in collaboration with layout engineers
• Help with prototype bring-up, testing, and debugging in the lab
• Carry out electrical measurements including efficiency, thermal, EMI, and transient testing
• Assist with documentation, test reports, and design reviews
• Work closely with senior engineers to improve design robustness, efficiency, and reliability
• Comply with relevant safety and regulatory standards (e.g. IEC, UL, CE)

Required Skills & Experience

• Degree in Electrical / Electronic Engineering or a related discipline
• Basic understanding of power electronics fundamentals (SMPS topologies, MOSFETs, diodes, magnetics)
• Familiarity with AC/DC or DC/DC converter concepts
• Exposure to simulation tools (SPICE-based tools preferred)
• Basic lab experience with oscilloscopes, power analysers, and electronic loads
• Willingness to learn and develop within a hands-on engineering environment
• Good communication skills and a collaborative mindset

Desirable (Not Essential)

• Internship, placement year, or thesis focused on power electronics or power supplies
• Exposure to EMI/EMC testing or thermal design
• Familiarity with PCB design tools (Altium, OrCAD, KiCad, etc.)
• Knowledge of wide-bandgap devices (SiC or GaN)

What’s On Offer

• Competitive graduate / junior-level salary
• Structured training and mentorship from experienced power-electronics engineers
• Hands-on exposure to real-world power supply designs
• Clear progression path into Power Electronics Design Engineer roles

If this Junior Power Supply Design Engineer vacancy is of interest, then please apply with an up-to-date CV and contact information.