Field Applications Engineer - SiC 

Munich

Overview: We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Field Applications Engineer with specialized expertise in Silicon Carbide (SiC) semiconductor technology. As a key member of our clients technical team, you will play a crucial role in supporting customers and driving the successful implementation of SiC solutions in various applications.

Responsibilities:

Technical Support:

• Provide expert technical guidance and support to customers during the design, development, and integration phases of SiC and GaN semiconductor solutions.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues related to semiconductor applications, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.

Customer Collaboration:

• Establish and maintain strong relationships with customers, understanding their unique requirements and challenges.
• Collaborate with sales teams to identify opportunities for SiC and GaN technology adoption and contribute to the development of customized solutions.

Product Training:

• Conduct training sessions for customers and internal teams on the features, benefits, and best practices of SiC and GaN semiconductor technologies.
• Keep abreast of industry trends and advancements, ensuring continuous learning and knowledge transfer.

Application Development:

• Work closely with R&D teams to provide feedback on product performance and contribute to the development of new features and capabilities.
• Support the design and testing of applications incorporating SiC and GaN semiconductors.

Documentation:

• Create and maintain technical documentation, application notes, and FAQs to assist customers in the effective implementation of SiC and GaN solutions.

Market Analysis:

• Stay informed about market trends, competitive landscape, and emerging technologies in the field of SiC and GaN semiconductors.
• Provide insights and recommendations to guide product development and business strategies.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Electronics, or a related field. Master's degree is a plus.
• Extensive experience in the field of semiconductor technology, with a focus on SiC and GaN.
• Strong understanding of power electronics, RF, and high-frequency applications.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot and solve complex technical challenges.
• Willingness to travel to customer sites as needed.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Dynamic and collaborative work environment.

If you are passionate about pushing the boundaries of semiconductor technology and enjoy engaging with customers to drive successful outcomes, we invite you to join our innovative team as a Field Applications Engineer specializing in SiC semiconductor technology.

Hardware Engineer

Location: Cambridge

Salary: Circa £70k to £80k

Our client is an innovative technology company based in Cambridge that actively contributes to industrial product development. Their tight-knit team is expanding and seeking skilled professionals to enhance their hardware and software capabilities.

Role Summary

They seek an enthusiastic Hardware Engineer who is proficient in PCB design and FPGA development for embedded systems. Their projects encompass both research and development initiatives aligned with their parent company's objectives. Their team focuses on creating systems tailored for power electronics applications.

Collaboration with their colleagues in Germany is integral, necessitating occasional travel to Regensburg, Bavaria—a delightful locale conveniently located near Nuremberg and Munich.

Their embedded systems span from small microcontroller-based applications to complex embedded Linux systems. The ideal candidate will possess PCB schematic capture and layout expertise, with an advantageous background in power electronics.

About You

• Hold a degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Physics, or related field
• Enjoy digital and analog circuit design

• Value functional testing and verification of circuit performance
• Understand design considerations for manufacturability
• Capable of articulating and documenting design ideas within an experienced engineering team
• Possess innovative ideas coupled with pragmatic execution
• Willingness to assist in recruitment and mentorship of junior team members
• Effective self-organisation and time management skills

Essential Skills

• Minimum five years of experience in schematic capture and PCB layout using Altium or similar tools
• Proficiency in PLD/FPGA design with Verilog and/or VHDL
• Hands-on experience with bench-level testing and lab equipment
• Proficient in programming embedded microcontrollers

Desirable Skills

• Background in power electronics, such as DC-DC converters or motor drives
• Software development experience in C/C++ or Python for embedded systems
• Familiarity with EMC and environmental testing conducted by external test houses
• Knowledge of communication interfaces like Ethernet/EtherCAT or MODBUS/TCP
• Benefits

If you possess these qualifications and are eager to contribute, we encourage you to apply.

Senior Power Electronics Engineer

Location: Cambridge

Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced Senior Power Electronics Engineer, particularly those specializing in control theory or system architecture, with knowledge of modular multi-level converters (MMC). As part of a multi-disciplinary team, you will play a pivotal role in developing and validating MMC converters and AC-DC power conversion systems for grid applications, focusing on high-power operations exceeding 1 MW.

About You:

• Degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering
• 5+ years of experience in power converter design, testing, manufacturing, and addressing field issues.
• Ability to effectively communicate design concepts and results.

Skills and Experience:

• Proficiency in simulating power converters and subsystems using tools like MATLAB/Simulink, PLECS, etc.
• Understanding of medium power and medium voltage design and control challenges
• Experience in designing, validating, and industrializing power electronic converter modules (power stacks) for low and medium voltage applications.
• Development and testing of innovative technologies and algorithms for smart converters using embedded software and hardware.
• Specification and analysis of key power electronic components, considering factors like lead-time, availability, pricing, and qualification.
• Expertise in loss analysis, thermal modelling for converter modules, and defining cooling system requirements.
• Laboratory testing of power converter modules, including switching tests and heat runs.
• Design and upkeep of back-to-back test rigs for validating power converter technologies under realistic conditions.
• Familiarity with power electronic components (e.g., IGBTs, MOSFETs, thyristors, diodes, capacitors, laminated busbars, passive components, gate drives)
• Experience in thermal design (loss calculations, simulations, and cooling unit specifications).

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

Job Title: DFM/DFT Engineer - Power Electronics

Location: Regensburg

Company Description: our client is a leading technology company specialising in designing and manufacturing advanced power electronic systems for energy distribution. Due to continued success, they seek a talented DFM/DFT Engineer to join their dynamic team.

Job Overview: As a DFM/DFT Engineer specialising in Power Electronics, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the manufacturability and testability of cutting-edge power electronic products. You will collaborate closely with design engineers and manufacturing teams to optimise designs for reliability, efficiency, and ease of production.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement Design for Manufacturing (DFM) guidelines and strategies to enhance the manufacturability of power electronic products.
• Conduct detailed design reviews to identify and address potential manufacturing challenges early in the product development cycle.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimise product designs for cost-effective production and assembly.
• Define and implement Design for Testability (DFT) methodologies to streamline testing processes and ensure product quality.
• Design and develop test fixtures and procedures for functional testing and validating power electronic systems.
• Perform failure analysis and root cause investigations to improve product reliability and yield rates.
• Work closely with suppliers and contract manufacturers to ensure alignment with DFM/DFT requirements.
• Stay updated with industry trends and best practices in DFM/DFT for power electronics.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience in DFM/DFT engineering, specifically in power electronics.
• Strong understanding of power electronic circuit design, components, and manufacturing processes.
• Proficiency in using CAD tools (e.g., Altium Designer, Cadence) for schematic capture and PCB layout.
• Hands-on experience with designing and testing power electronic systems and assemblies.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail.

• Effective communication skills and working collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary package with performance-based incentives.
• Opportunity to work on innovative projects and cutting-edge technologies.
• Comprehensive health benefits and retirement plan.
• Professional development opportunities and continuous learning.
• Dynamic and inclusive work culture with a focus on creativity and teamwork.

Application Process: We would love to hear from you if you are passionate about power electronics and have a proven track record in DFM/DFT engineering. Please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this position.

Systems Engineer - Power Electronics

Location: Freiburg

Job Description:

As a Systems Engineer specializing in Power Electronics, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the development and compliance of cutting-edge products with international standards and customer specifications. Your responsibilities will span from requirements derivation to coordination with cross-functional teams, facilitating testing, and ensuring safety compliance.

How You’ll Make an Impact:

• Derive system requirements based on various international standards such as IEC61010, IEC61000, IEC62311, and customer specifications.
• Identify and define requirements for system components, ensuring alignment with overall system goals.
• Facilitate and coordinate cross-functional teams throughout the requirements definition, analysis, review, and release processes.
• Provide support for Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) and safety risk assessments to ensure product safety and reliability.
• Define and review specific test cases for systems and components in collaboration with our testing department, ensuring comprehensive validation.

What You Bring:

• A completed master’s degree in electrical engineering or a related field, providing you with a strong theoretical foundation.
• Extensive experience in product development for industrial applications, demonstrating your practical expertise.
• Profound knowledge of diverse UL and IEC standards such as IEC61010, IEC61000, IEC62311, ensuring compliance and quality in product design.
• Experience in functional safety management (ISO 26262), ensuring products meet safety requirements.
• Experience in instrumentation, measurement, calibration, and laboratory testing, essential for comprehensive validation and verification.
• Proficiency in requirements engineering tools such as Reqsuite, Doors, PTC Integrity, etc., enabling efficient requirements management.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, allowing you to effectively convey technical information and collaborate with diverse teams.
• Fluent in English (mandatory); German language skills are a plus, facilitating communication in our multinational environment.

If you're ready to make a significant impact in the field of power electronics and drive innovation forward, we encourage you to apply.

Job Title: Senior Engineer - Grid Integration of Power Electronic Converters

Company Overview: Our client is a leading innovator in the field of renewable energy and power electronics. Their mission is to revolutionize the way energy is generated, distributed, and consumed worldwide. With a focus on sustainability and cutting-edge technology, they strive to make a meaningful impact on the global energy landscape.

Position Overview: They are seeking a highly skilled Senior Engineer with expertise in grid integration of power electronic converters.

The successful candidate will play a key role in developing control algorithms for the grid integration of power electronic converters. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work at the forefront of clean energy technology and contribute to the transition towards a more sustainable future.

• You generate reports, papers, and IP on the control of power electronic converters.
• You create automatic code, DLLs, and APIs from your control algorithms.
• You mentor some less experienced engineers.
• You develop interfaces and scripts for MATLAB.
• You interact with tools, backend, frontend, HIL, VHDL and embedded system colleagues.
• You create requirement documents.
• You use modern lifecycle management and CI/CD tools.

To be considered for this opportunity you will require the following.

• PhD degree in the field of control engineering, electrical engineering, or energy technology with deep knowledge in grid integration of power electronic converters
• 5+ years of professional experience
• Deep understanding of grid feeding, grid forming and grid code compliance
• Good knowledge of power electronics topologies, modular multilevel converters and medium/high voltage applications will round your candidature.
• Knowledge of resonant converters, DAB, and OBC is a plus.
• Very good understanding of system and software architecture
• Experience in MATLAB/Simulink
• Lifecycle management tools (Integrity, Doors, Atlassian) and version control sound familiar.

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

Power Electronics Systems Architect

An exciting opportunity has become available for a world leader in energy technology and due to their continued success are looking to hire a Power Electronics Systems Architect whose primary focus will be on the development of power electronics systems ensuring adherence to performance, reliability, cost and manufacturability. 

Other Key Responsibilities include: 

• Conduct design simulations using MATLAB, Simulink or PLECS. 
• Oversee system architecture and ensure compliance with specifications. 
• Break down complex power electronic systems into manageable subsystems. 
• Specify subsystem/component interactions and interfaces. 
• Identify appropriate technologies and resources for design and implementation. 
• Conduct testing of power electronic systems and modules within specified parameters. 

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering with a strong focus on power electronics. 
• Extensive professional experience in hardware design, development, and testing of power electronic converter systems, preferably in medium voltage applications. 
• Familiarity with common IEC/EN standards and their practical application. 
• Proficiency in writing technical documents. 
• Proactive and results-oriented approach to work. 
• Excellent English language skills. 

If interested in this Power Electronics Systems Architect opportunity, please apply with an up-to-date CV, and contact information.  

Job Title: Project Manager - Power Electronics (Space to 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 Project Manager with a background in power 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.

Product Development Director for Industrial Power Electronics

An exciting opportunity has become available for a Product Development Director for Industrial Power Electronics in Norway.

As a Product Development Director, you will be a key player in driving innovation within the technology division for industrial high-power, power electronics.

You will also be responsible for the following tasks:

• Direct responsibility for product development and international teams.
• Technology and product road mapping for technology advancements.
• Implementing processes and procedures.
• Mentor, lead and inspire engineering teams.
• Grow the business unit.

To be considered for this opportunity you must have a background in power electronics or electronics engineering with experience in the following:

• Extensive management experience.
• Knowledge of high-power electronics such as DC/DC, AC/DC AC/AC and Inverters.

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

Job Title: Development Engineer for Power Electronics and Analogue

Job Description: We are seeking a talented Development Engineer for Power Electronics and Analogue with a focus on Switched Mode Power Supplies to join our clients team, in Hertfordshire. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in power electronics and analogue design, with a focus on switched-mode power supplies such as DC-DC and AC-DC. The candidate should be able to work independently and as part of a team, and have experience in designing, testing, and implementing power electronics systems.

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and test power electronics systems with a focus on switched-mode power supplies (DC-DC, AC-DC).
• Analyze and evaluate power electronics systems to identify potential issues and determine solutions.
• Develop and maintain documentation of designs and specifications.
• Collaborate with other engineers and departments for testing and development.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest technologies and trends in power electronics.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in power electronics and analogue design.
• Experience in designing, testing, and implementing power electronics systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

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