Field Applications Engineer – Magnetics & Power

Remote | Europe

Please only apply if you have direct experience in power supply design and associated magnetics.

About the Role

Ampere Recruitment is partnering exclusively with a fast-growing, technology-led magnetics company to place a Field Applications Engineer (FAE) – Magnetics & Power into their expanding global team.

This is a genuinely high-impact, customer-facing engineering role that sits at the intersection of deep technical expertise and consultative relationship management. As FAE, you will be the technical bridge between a cutting-edge magnetics simulation and design platform and the power electronics engineers who rely on it working 100% remotely across Europe.

You will be central to customer success, pre-sales support, and the product feedback loop that shapes the platform roadmap — making this a rare opportunity for an experienced power electronics or magnetics engineer to move into a highly visible, commercially connected role without leaving the engineering world behind.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary technical point of contact for customers throughout their entire design journey from initial specification through simulation and prototyping and into production.
• Provide expert guidance on magnetic component design for power supply applications: transformers, inductors, and planar magnetics across AC/DC, DC/DC, and resonant topologies.
• Conduct design reviews, simulation walkthroughs, and application support sessions with customers across Europe and the USA all delivered remotely.
• Support pre-sales activities by delivering technical platform demonstrations, responding to detailed RFQs, and qualifying customer requirements.
• Collaborate closely with the product and engineering teams to relay customer feedback, identify platform enhancement opportunities, and contribute to application notes and technical content.
• Guide customers on magnetic component specification, core and material selection, winding optimisation, thermal management, and EMI/noise considerations.
• Develop and deliver training materials, webinars, and workshop content for customers and distribution partners.
• Represent the company at key industry events such as APEC and PCIM.

Required Experience & Skills

Power Supply Design

• Proven hands-on experience designing switch-mode power supplies (SMPS), including AC/DC and DC/DC converters.
• Strong working knowledge of common topologies: flyback, forward, LLC resonant, CLLC, phase-shifted full bridge, boost/buck, and DAB.
• Familiarity with wide bandgap devices (GaN and/or SiC) and their implications for magnetics design at high switching frequencies.
• Experience with control loop design, EMI compliance, and thermal management in power conversion systems.

Magnetics Design

• Direct experience designing and specifying magnetic components — transformers, inductors, common-mode chokes, and planar magnetics — for power supply applications.
• Solid understanding of core loss modelling (Steinmetz, iGSE), winding loss analysis, leakage and magnetising inductance, and skin/proximity effects.
• Familiarity with core materials (ferrites, nanocrystalline, amorphous), core geometries (EE, ER, planar, toroidal), and winding techniques (Litz wire, PCB windings).
• Experience with magnetics simulation tools (e.g. ANSYS Maxwell / PExprt or similar) is advantageous.

Technical & Professional

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics, or a closely related discipline.
• Excellent communication skills — comfortable presenting complex technical concepts to both engineering and commercial audiences.
• Customer-facing experience in an FAE, applications engineering, or technical sales role is a strong advantage.
• Proficiency in SPICE-based simulation tools and circuit design software.
• Fluency in English is essential; additional European languages (Spanish, German, French) are a plus.

Flexible Working — Engineered Around You

This company genuinely walks the talk on flexibility. There is no rigid 9-to-5 here. You are trusted to manage your own schedule in a way that suits your life and delivers results for customers. Asynchronous working is embraced, deep-focus time is respected, and output matters far more than clock-watching.

As an example, some team members structure their day around a late morning start, a break in the early afternoon, and a productive evening session — whatever rhythm works best for you and aligns with customer availability across time zones. If you have ever been frustrated by inflexible working hours at previous employers, this role is worth a serious look.

About Ampere Recruitment

Ampere Recruitment is a boutique specialist recruitment firm dedicated exclusively to the power electronics sector. We work with engineers and engineering teams across the UK, Europe, and globally — placing talent into roles spanning power supply design, GaN/SiC applications, EV charging, aerospace & defence power systems, and AI/data-centre power architecture.

We represent this opportunity exclusively and work closely with both the hiring company and candidates to ensure the right fit on both sides. All applications are handled with complete confidentiality.

To apply or find out more, please contact Ampere Recruitment directly.

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Power Supply Design Engineer to join a dynamic engineering team. As a Senior Power Supply Design Engineer, you will be responsible for designing cutting-edge low and high-power DC-DC, AC-DC, and DC-AC Converters and Inverters. Your innovative designs will play a critical role in powering a wide range of electronic devices and systems, from portable electronics to high-power industrial applications.

Responsibilities:

• Power Supply Design: Lead the end-to-end design process for DC-DC, AC-DC, and DC-AC Converters and Inverters, from conceptualization to product realisation. Employ state-of-the-art design techniques and technologies to achieve high efficiency, reliability, and performance.
• Technical Expertise: Demonstrate deep expertise in power electronics and power supply design principles. Analyze system requirements and specifications to develop efficient and cost-effective solutions that meet or exceed industry standards.
• Simulation and Prototyping: Utilize simulation tools like SPICE, PLECS, or other relevant software to model and analyze power supply circuits. Design and build prototypes to validate the performance of the designs and make necessary improvements.
• Component Selection: Collaborate with the procurement team to select appropriate components, including semiconductors, magnetics, and passive components, considering factors such as efficiency, cost, and availability.
• Design Validation: Conduct rigorous testing and validation of the power supply designs to ensure compliance with safety standards, EMC/EMI regulations, and other relevant industry specifications.
• Failure Analysis: Investigate and resolve any issues related to power supply performance, efficiency, or reliability, using analytical tools and methods to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including hardware and software engineers, to integrate power supply designs into larger systems and products.
• Documentation: Create detailed design documentation, including schematics, layout guidelines, and design specifications, to facilitate the smooth transition from design to manufacturing.
• Research and Innovation: Stay abreast of the latest trends and advancements in power electronics and power supply design. Continuously seek opportunities to improve existing designs and propose innovative solutions.
• Mentoring and Leadership: Provide guidance and mentorship to junior engineers, fostering their technical growth and ensuring best practices are followed throughout the design process.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field. A Ph.D. is a plus.
• Proven track record of at least 5-8 years of experience in power supply design, with a focus on DC-DC, AC-DC, and DC-AC converters and inverters.
• In-depth knowledge of power electronics, including power semiconductors, magnetics, and control techniques.
• Strong experience with simulation tools (SPICE, PLECS, etc.) and power supply design software (e.g., Altium, Cadence).
• Familiarity with industry standards and regulations related to power supply design, such as IEEE, IEC, and UL.
• Proficiency in using lab equipment for testing and validation purposes.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex power supply issues.

• Strong analytical and technical leadership capabilities, with a track record of leading successful projects.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

Join a team of passionate engineers and contribute to the development of innovative power supply solutions that power the technology of tomorrow. As a Senior Power Supply Design Engineer, you will have the opportunity to shape the future of electronic devices and systems across various industries.

Job Title: Senior Power Electronics Engineer - Mid-Power SiC Specialist

Location: Woking

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Salary: Competitive, based on experience

Job Description:

Ampere Recruitment is seeking a Senior Power Electronics Engineer specialising in Silicon Carbide (SiC) technology for mid-power applications, focusing on DC-DC and DC-AC converters. This role requires a high level of expertise in simulation-driven design. The ideal candidate will bring hands-on experience in power electronics, specifically with SiC devices, and a deep understanding of simulation tools to optimize performance, efficiency, and reliability.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and Development: Lead the design and optimisation of mid-power SiC-based power electronic systems, including DC-DC converters (such as Buck, Boost, and Buck-Boost converters) and DC-AC inverters (single-phase and three-phase), to meet performance and efficiency targets.
• Simulation Expertise: Perform detailed simulations (thermal, electrical, and mechanical) to evaluate and refine converter and inverter designs. Utilise tools such as LTSpice, PLECS, MATLAB/Simulink, or similar to simulate key aspects such as:
• Switching Losses and Thermal Management
• Voltage Regulation and Power Conversion Efficiency
• Control Loop Stability and Transient Response
• Prototyping and Testing: Develop prototypes and oversee testing of DC-DC and DC-AC systems to validate designs against simulations, optimising for EMI/EMC compliance, reliability, and efficiency.
• Cross-functional collaboration: Work closely with teams involved in broader system integration, ensuring DC-DC and DC-AC converters fit seamlessly within power systems.
• Documentation: Create detailed technical documentation, including simulation reports, design specifications, and test results, supporting both development and regulatory compliance.
• Continuous Improvement: Stay current with advances in SiC and power conversion technology, applying innovative methods to improve converter efficiency, switching frequency, and thermal performance.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics, or a related field.
• Experience: 5+ years in power electronics design, with a focus on SiC technology in DC-DC and DC-AC applications.
• Technical Skills:
• Proficient in simulation tools such as LTSpice, PLECS, MATLAB/Simulink, with experience in modeling converter topologies (e.g., Buck, Boost, Flyback, and Inverter circuits).
• Strong understanding of SiC power devices, high-frequency switching, gate drivers, and thermal management.
• Knowledge of EMI/EMC requirements, control theory, and closed-loop feedback for converters and inverters.
• Soft Skills: Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a collaborative mindset to work effectively within cross-functional teams.

Preferred Skills:

• Knowledge of resonant converter topologies (LLC, ZVS/ZCS) and high-frequency transformers.
• Experience with high-voltage/high-current DC-DC converters and three-phase DC-AC inverter applications.
• Familiarity with regulatory standards for power electronics and safety certifications.

This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of power electronics with SiC technology. Apply today to join a cutting-edge team at the forefront of power conversion innovation!

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.

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 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.