Lead Power Electronics Engineer

Location: Hampshire, UK

Type: Full-time
Sector: Power Electronics / High Voltage / Energy Systems

Overview

Ampere Recruitment is supporting a cutting-edge engineering organisation in the search for a Lead Power Electronics Engineer to drive the development of next-generation high-power conversion systems.

This is a hands-on leadership role, ideal for someone who thrives on taking ownership from concept through to validated, production-ready solutions within complex, high-voltage, multi-kW environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of advanced power electronic systems across AC-DC, DC-DC, and DC-AC conversion
• Take ownership of projects across the full product lifecycle (concept → design → validation → test)
• Define system architectures for high-voltage (up to 5kV), multi-kW power transmission systems, including multi-km cable applications
• Design and optimise converter topologies including:
  • Buck, Boost, Flyback
  • LLC, Full-Bridge
• Develop and implement AC conversion techniques, including PFC and multiphase systems
• Specify and design custom magnetics and transformers
• Lead simulation and modelling activities (e.g. PLECS, Simulink, SPICE tools)
• Develop control strategies for power converters (analogue and digital)
• Ensure designs meet EMC, safety, and regulatory compliance standards
• Oversee system-level integration and testing, including validation plans and procedures
• Collaborate cross-functionally (mechanical, firmware, systems teams)
• Act as a technical leader and mentor within the engineering team

Essential Skills & Experience

• Significant industry experience in power electronics design
• Proven track record delivering end-to-end solutions (concept through to tested hardware)
• Strong theoretical foundation supported by hands-on design experience
• Experience with power transmission systems (AC & DC), particularly over long cable distances
• Deep knowledge of converter topologies:
  • DC: Buck, Boost, Flyback, LLC, Full-Bridge
  • AC: Single-phase, multiphase, PFC
• Experience designing AC-DC, DC-DC, and DC-AC converters
• Hands-on experience with MOSFETs, IGBTs, SiC, and GaN devices, including gate drive design
• Experience working with high voltage systems (up to 5kV) and multi-kW power levels
• Strong experience in magnetics design (transformers, inductors)
• Proficiency in simulation tools (e.g. PLECS, MATLAB/Simulink, SPICE)
• Solid understanding of analogue and digital design principles
• Experience in:
  • Filter design and implementation
  • Control systems for power conversion
  • Thermal management techniques
  • Design for compliance (EMC, safety standards)
• Experience defining requirements, specifications, and test procedures
• Experience in system integration and validation

Desirable Skills

• Experience working with high voltage systems up to 5kV
• Thermal modelling experience
• Understanding of motor design and control techniques
• Embedded C programming experience

Why Apply?

• Opportunity to lead the development of high-impact, high-voltage power systems
• Work on technically challenging, cutting-edge projects
• Influence system architecture and product direction
• Join a team where engineering excellence and innovation are at the core

Senior Power Electronics Engineer – Gate Drives

I am currently working with a technology company in Birmingham that due to its continued success is looking to add a Senior Power Electronics Engineer focused on Gate Drives to its team of world-class engineers.

About the role

As a Senior Power Electronics Engineer, you will develop start-of-the-art power electronics systems and components for different industries including rail, EV, and renewable energies but this role will be focused on Gate Drives for traction applications.

The Senior Power Electronics Engineer will be responsible for the following:

• Circuit design, simulation, and test verification of Gate Drives and Power semiconductors.
• Design and development of Gate Driver boards.
• Hardware circuit analysis, including FMEDAs, FTAs, diagnostic coverage analysis, DFMEA,

DRBFM reliability analysis, etc.

• Hardware design simulation calculations, including tolerance, worst case, derating, EMC, thermal, simulation, etc. define technical specifications and prepare work reports.

The successful candidates will possess a degree in electronics or electrical engineering with a proven background in the below:

• Gate Driver board debugging and double pulse testing.
• power supply design- Push-Pull, Flyback, and LLC power supplies.
• DC-AC Inverters.

What's on offer

• Salary £55k to £65k
• 25 days holiday + bank holiday
• BUPA Healthcare
• Life assurance

If this role sounds of interest, then please apply with an up-to-date CV and contact information.

Ampere Recruitment is a specialist recruitment consultancy focused on connecting world-class Power Electronics and Electronics Engineers with the best and most innovative companies. If you are a Power Electronics Engineer, Power Semiconductor Engineer, or anyone in the electronics industry and would like to find out what is happening in this sector please reach out to Stuart Bennett.

As a Power Supply Design Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in our client's dynamic team, where your expertise and innovative ideas contribute to the realization of high-quality products that meet the exacting standards of their customers.

About the role:

In this Power Supply Design Engineer vacancy, you will be at the forefront of architecting cutting-edge, digitally controlled power supplies tailored to customer specifications. Your responsibilities span the entire design process, from conceptualizing innovative architectures to the meticulous creation of detailed circuit designs and control algorithms. Validation through simulation, analysis, and breadboarding, as well as overseeing PCB layout and defining commissioning and test procedures, will be central to ensuring the success of projects. Your role extends to the commissioning and testing of the initial units, marking a crucial phase in the development lifecycle.

Skills:

To be considered for this Power Supply Design Engineer vacancy you should possess a successfully completed bachelor's or master’s degree in Electronics and have well-established knowledge of DC/DC converters, coupled with professional experience in power electronics and circuit techniques.

Final Summary:

Join our client's modern, high-tech company with the exciting opportunity to take on significant responsibilities.

What's on offer:

• attractive package, including special leave and a 13th-month salary, along with a modern company pension scheme.
• Their workplace culture is characterized by flat hierarchies, open communication, and a genuine commitment to your well-being.
• Additional perks include job bike leasing options, bilingual (DE/EN) corporate culture, free German courses for international employees, flexible working hours, and the possibility to work from home.
• Enjoy daily allowances for canteen meals, a sunny terrace, and free hot drinks in our canteen, all within a barrier-free, modern, and ergonomically designed workspace flooded with natural light.
• Access to public transport, shower facilities for cyclists, employee events, and an annual outing foster a supportive and engaging work environment.

Embrace this opportunity in the picturesque Lake Constance region—one of the most beautiful regions in Germany.

High Voltage Power Electronics Design Engineer

The High Voltage Power Electronics Design Engineer will be responsible for designing, testing, and optimizing DC-DC and AC-DC converters of up to 2kW, as well as ensuring compliance with relevant standards and specifications. You will also collaborate with other engineers and stakeholders to integrate the power supplies into the overall system and troubleshoot any issues that may arise.

To be successful in this role, you should have a bachelor's degree or higher in electrical engineering or a related field, and at least 3 years of experience in power electronics design. You should also have strong knowledge of high-voltage circuits, switching devices, magnetic components, control systems, and thermal management. You should be proficient in using simulation tools such as SPICE, MATLAB, or Simulink, and familiar with PCB design software such as Altium or Eagle. You should also have excellent communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills, and be able to work independently and under pressure.

If you a are passionate High Voltage Power Electronics Design Engineer about power electronics and space technology and want to be part of a dynamic and innovative company, please apply now with your resume and cover letter. On offer are competitive compensation and benefits, as well as opportunities for professional growth and development.

Job Title

Power Electronics Engineering Manager

Overview

Ampere Recruitment is actively seeking an experienced Power Electronics Engineering Manager to lead the design and development of advanced power-electronics products from concept through to production. This role combines hands-on technical leadership with people management, customer engagement, and cross-functional collaboration, ensuring products meet performance, cost, quality, and delivery targets.

You will be accountable for the entire product development lifecycle, from interpreting customer specifications and defining topologies, through design execution, validation, and production support.

Key Responsibilities

Product Design & Development Leadership

• Lead and take full accountability for the end-to-end product development lifecycle, ensuring designs are optimised for cost, quality, manufacturability, reliability, and delivery
• Review and interpret customer specifications and requirements, translating them into robust technical solutions
• Define and lead the design concept, architecture, and power topology, working closely with electrical, mechanical, magnetics, PCB, and EMC engineers
• Ensure all product design and development activities comply with internal standards, procedures, and quality systems
• Plan and commit development schedules and milestones in alignment with Project Management and wider business objectives
• Monitor and report programme status throughout the development cycle, covering:
  • Electrical and power performance
  • Mechanical and packaging design
  • Magnetics
  • PCB layout
  • EMC / EMI compliance
  • Materials, safety, reliability, and manufacturability
• Lead technical problem-solving sessions, making informed decisions to minimise risk, cost, and schedule impact
• Ensure accurate and timely completion of all design documentation, records, and technical reports

Customer & Commercial Interface

• Act as the technical point of contact for customers during development, including regular design reviews and technical discussions
• Support RFQ and RFI activities, defining design concepts, architectures, and estimated development schedules
• Lead the creation of technical proposals, working with costing teams to finalise commercial inputs
• Provide technical guidance to Sales and Marketing during proposal and customer engagement phases
• Communicate clearly with customers on technical queries, changes, and development progress

Team Leadership & Resource Management

• Lead, manage, and mentor a multi-disciplinary power-electronics design team
• Organise and allocate roles and responsibilities based on expertise, workload, and project priorities
• Review and enhance individual and team performance, promoting professionalism, accountability, and collaboration
• Plan and secure resources for current and future projects, including tools, equipment, and specialist support
• Conduct annual performance reviews and identify training and development opportunities to strengthen team capability

Sustaining Engineering & Production Support

• Provide senior technical support for sustaining products, including production and field issues
• Lead or support root-cause analysis for field returns and manufacturing issues
• Review and respond to customer change requests, assigning appropriate engineering support
• Support handling of obsolete components, alternate sourcing, and design changes
• Work closely with Factory QA and production teams to resolve design-related issues efficiently

Technology & Process Development

• Collaborate with Advanced Engineering and Technical Core groups on technology development and transfer
• Advise on best practices, procedures, and general product-design methodologies
• Review and provide input on design procedures, policies, and technical documentation updates

Key Skills & Experience

• Strong background in power electronics design (e.g. AC/DC, DC/DC, SMPS, resonant or isolated topologies)
• Proven experience leading complex product development programmes
• Ability to balance technical depth with commercial, cost, and schedule considerations
• Experience managing and developing engineering teams
• Confident communicator with customers, sales teams, and senior stakeholders
• Strong understanding of manufacturing, quality, EMC, reliability, and safety requirements

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

Power Supply Design Engineer

DC/DC & AC/DC Power Conversion

Ampere Recruitment is supporting a technology-focused engineering organisation that is looking to hire a Power Supply Design Engineer to strengthen its power electronics team.

This role is aimed at a mid-level engineer with solid, hands-on experience designing DC/DC and AC/DC power converters, particularly across Flyback, Forward, and Half-Bridge topologies, with a good working knowledge of LLC resonant converters.

The Role

You will be involved in the design, development, and validation of power supply products, working closely with other electronics engineers to take designs from concept through to production.

This is a practical, engineering-led position with a strong focus on analog power electronics design and lab-based development.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop DC/DC and AC/DC power supplies for low- to mid-power applications
• Work with Flyback, Forward, and Half-Bridge topologies and contribute to designs using LLC resonant converters
• Perform schematic design, component selection, and design calculations
• Support magnetics design and selection (transformers and inductors)
• Carry out simulation and analysis to validate design approaches
• Support PCB layout reviews, focusing on power integrity, EMI, and thermal considerations
• Build, test, and debug prototypes in the lab
• Support product validation, reliability testing, and transition into manufacture
• Produce clear technical documentation to support development and production

Required Experience

• Commercial experience designing DC/DC and AC/DC power converters
• Practical knowledge of Flyback, Forward, and Half-Bridge converter topologies
• Good understanding of LLC resonant converter principles
• Strong analog electronics fundamentals
• Experience working with MOSFET-based power stages
• Confident working hands-on in a lab environment with power supplies

Desirable (but not essential)

• Experience supporting EMI/EMC testing
• Exposure to power supply safety standards (IEC / UL)
• Familiarity with simulation tools (SPICE or equivalent)
• Experience working with manufacturing teams during product release

Why This Role?

• Hands-on engineering role with clear technical ownership
• Opportunity to develop deeper expertise in power supply design
• Stable product-focused environment rather than consultancy-style work
• Support from experienced senior engineers and technical leadership

Opportunities like this won't be around for long, so if interested, please apply with an up-to-date CV and contact information.

Sales Director / Business Development

Power Electronics | Silicon Carbide (SiC) | Electrification

Location: Remote (Europe)
Sector: Power Electronics / SiC / Electrification

Overview

Ampere Recruitment is partnering with a leading innovator in high-performance power electronics to identify a Sales Director / Business Development leader to support continued growth across key European territories.

Our client operates at the cutting edge of silicon carbide (SiC) power technology, delivering advanced inverter and power solutions for electric vehicles, aerospace, and industrial applications. This is a senior commercial role with clear ownership of regional revenue growth, strategic customer relationships, and long-term market development.

You will work closely with engineering, marketing, and leadership teams to help scale adoption of next-generation power electronics solutions in demanding, high-value markets.

Purpose of the Role

• Lead and manage sales activity across an assigned geographical region
• Own and deliver revenue targets across the full product portfolio
• Drive business development in alignment with company strategy, mission, and values

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage a robust sales pipeline across assigned territories
• Proactively execute business development initiatives to generate future revenue
• Define and implement regional sales strategies
• Build trusted, long-term relationships with customers and partners
• Prepare operational and financial sales reports
• Coordinate cross-selling activities and joint marketing initiatives to maximise commercial impact

Candidate Profile

• Proactive & self-directed: Takes ownership of business development activities and learns from customer feedback
• Strong communicator: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with proven reporting and presentation capability
• Collaborative: Comfortable working with cross-functional and virtual international teams
• Well organised: Strong planning, follow-up, and time-management skills
• Problem solver: Demonstrates initiative, innovation, and a structured approach to challenges
• Commercial leadership: Able to coordinate internal teams and influence customer decision-makers
• Integrity-driven: High ethical standards and professional credibility
• Qualifications & Experience
• Degree in Electronic Engineering (Bachelor’s, Master’s, or equivalent)
• Minimum 5 years’ experience within the power electronics sector
• Strong understanding of SiC / high-performance power conversion markets
• Fluent in English; additional European language skills are an advantage
• Experience operating in international, multicultural environments

What’s on Offer

• Senior commercial role within a fast-growing power electronics technology leader
• Attractive compensation package aligned to responsibility and impact
• Exposure to next-generation electrification technologies
• Flexible, remote-friendly working model within Europe
• Opportunity to shape commercial strategy in a highly technical market

Interested?

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Ampere Recruitment, specialists in power electronics, high-voltage power conversion, and leadership roles in electrification.

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