Hardware Engineer – Power Electronics

Location: ST Gallen
Industry: Power Electronics / Automotive / Energy Systems

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled Hardware Engineer with a strong background in Power Electronics to take ownership of developing electronic assemblies and circuits for advanced systems. You will be involved in every stage of the hardware lifecycle—from specification and architecture through to detailed design, simulation, testing, and system integration.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop electronic hardware in line with system specifications, including defining hardware architecture, creating detailed designs, and producing hardware documentation.
• Perform circuit calculations, Spice simulations, and component selection for high-performance power electronics systems.
• Design power stages, digital and analogue control circuits, and conduct hardware and integration tests.
• Collaborate closely with the system, test, and PCB layout teams to ensure smooth system integration and reliable hardware performance.
• Support the validation process, ensuring compliance with relevant safety and automotive standards.

Skills & Experience Required

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, or Physics (Bachelor’s, Master’s, or equivalent).
• Proven experience in power electronics development, ideally within an automotive or industrial environment.
• Practical knowledge of functional safety (ISO 26262) and A-Spice processes.
• Hands-on experience with Spice circuit simulation tools and laboratory testing.
• Familiarity with Matlab and Altium Designer; experience with Plecs, Maxwell 3D, Q3D, or Simplorer (Twin Builder) is advantageous.
• Strong problem-solving mindset and a collaborative approach to teamwork.
• Proficiency in English (written and spoken); German is a plus.

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

Senior Applications Engineer – DC/DC, AC/DC

Ampere Recruitment is supporting a global leader in advanced electronic systems with the appointment of a Senior Applications Engineer to join their team based in Cork.

This position will focus on supporting customer projects across medical and other high-reliability applications, involving the design, development, testing, and application support of advanced power and electronic systems. The successful candidate will work closely with customers to understand requirements, develop tailored solutions, and ensure reliable system performance in the field.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and analyse electronic systems, subsystems, and circuits to meet performance, cost, and quality targets.
• Diagnose and resolve design, performance, and reliability issues.
• Provide technical support to customers, ensuring product success in their applications.
• Follow internal engineering and product development procedures.
• Keep up to date with emerging power-conversion topologies and design techniques.
• Mentor and provide technical direction to junior engineers or technicians.

Skills & Experience Required:

• 5–10 years’ experience in electronic or power-system design, ideally within regulated sectors such as medical or defence.
• Strong understanding of AC-DC, DC-DC, and programmable power systems.
• Familiarity with digital control, communication protocols, and product safety standards.
• Practical experience in bench testing, experiment setup, and validation.
• Proven problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, with the confidence to lead and influence others.

Location & Environment:

The role is based at a modern facility in Cork, offering a collaborative office and laboratory environment. It involves hands-on work with electronic test equipment and high-voltage systems, following strict safety protocols. Occasional travel may be required to support customers and liaise with international teams.

Principal Power Electronics Applications Engineer – Isolated Gate Drives

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Principal Power Electronics Applications Engineer to lead a small team in the development of isolated gate drives for aerospace, automotive, and data centre applications.

In addition to team leadership, the Principal Power Electronics Engineer will be responsible for:

• Developing application reference boards
• Hands-on lab bench evaluations
• Writing datasheets, application notes, and design notes
• Creating evaluation plans and providing customer support

To be considered for this position, candidates should hold a degree in electronics, semiconductors, or power electronics and have strong experience with gate drive technology.

If this opportunity is of interest, please apply with an up-to-date CV and contact details.

Senior Power Supply Design Engineer

We seek a highly skilled and experienced Senior Power Supply Design Engineer to join our clients dynamic engineering team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing high-performance DC/DC and AC/DC power supplies up to 1kW. The ideal candidate will possess deep technical expertise in power electronics and a proven track record of successful power supply designs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and Development:
  • Lead the design and development of DC/DC and AC/DC power supply system’s up to 1kW.
  • Create detailed electrical schematics, PCB layouts, and BOMs.
  • Develop innovative solutions to meet performance, efficiency, and cost targets.
• Prototyping and Testing:
  • Build and test prototypes to verify design performance and reliability.
  • Perform detailed design verification testing, including thermal analysis, EMI/EMC testing, and regulatory compliance.
• Technical Leadership:
  • Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of power supply designs into final products.
• Documentation and Compliance:
  • Prepare and maintain detailed design documentation, including design specifications, test reports, and user manuals.
  • Ensure designs comply with relevant industry standards and safety regulations.
• Project Management:
  • Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring on-time delivery of high-quality designs.
  • Coordinate with suppliers and manufacturing partners to optimize design for manufacturability.

Qualifications:

• Education:
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Experience:
  • 8+ years of experience in power supply design, focusing on DC/DC and AC/DC converters.
  • Proven track record of designing power supplies up to 1kW.
• Technical Skills:
  • Deep understanding of power electronics, magnetics, and thermal management.
  • Proficiency in simulation tools such as SPICE, MATLAB/Simulink, or equivalent.
  • Hands-on experience with PCB design software (e.g., Altium, Eagle, OrCAD).
  • Familiarity with regulatory standards (e.g., UL, IEC, CE).
• Soft Skills:
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects effectively.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with digital control of power supplies.
• Experience in high-volume manufacturing environments.

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

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!

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 Engineer – Magnetics Specialist
Location: Near Bristol
Industry: Power Electronics / Energy / Industrial / Automotive / Aerospace

Overview
We are seeking an experienced Power Electronics Engineer with deep expertise in the design, modelling, and development of magnetic components for advanced power conversion systems. This role will focus on the design and optimisation of transformers, inductors, and other magnetic assemblies used in high-performance DC/DC, AC/DC, and DC/AC converters.

You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative, high-efficiency solutions for demanding applications in sectors such as automotive, aerospace, industrial, and renewable energy.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop magnetic components (transformers, inductors, chokes) for high-frequency and high-power applications.
• Perform electromagnetic, thermal, and mechanical simulations to optimise designs for efficiency, size, and manufacturability.
• Select appropriate core materials, winding techniques, and insulation systems for specific application requirements.
• Collaborate with power electronics engineers to integrate magnetics into converter topologies (LLC, flyback, forward, full-bridge, resonant, etc.).
• Validate designs through prototyping, laboratory testing, and compliance with relevant safety and EMC standards.
• Support manufacturing partners in scaling designs from prototype to production, including cost and quality optimisation.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to magnetic component performance in system-level testing.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of new materials, processes, and design techniques in magnetics and power electronics.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or a related discipline.
• Proven experience in the design and optimisation of magnetics for power electronics applications.
• Proficiency with simulation tools such as ANSYS Maxwell, COMSOL, or equivalent.
• Strong understanding of core material properties, loss modelling, and winding layout optimisation.
• Knowledge of high-frequency switching devices (SiC, GaN) and their impact on magnetic design.
• Familiarity with thermal management in compact magnetic designs.
• Ability to interpret schematics and work closely with PCB and mechanical design teams.

Desirable Skills

• Experience with planar magnetics design for high-density converters.
• Knowledge of industry standards (UL, IEC, DO-160, MIL-STD, etc.).
• Hands-on experience in winding, assembling, and testing magnetic prototypes.
• Familiarity with digital control systems and their influence on magnetics performance.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects in high-performance power conversion.
• Collaborative and innovative working environment.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Career growth within a specialised engineering team.

Job Title: Principal Power Electronics Engineer
Location: Warwickshire
Type: Permanent
Industry: Automotive, Aerospace, Clean Energy

Overview:
An exciting opportunity has become available for a highly motivated Principal Power Electronics Engineer to lead the design, development, and delivery of advanced power electronics and magnetics systems. This is a senior technical role suited for an engineer with a strong background in delivering high-performance solutions across at least two sectors, such as automotive, aerospace, defence, marine, or clean energy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the end-to-end design and development of power electronics and magnetics systems, including inverters, OBCs, DC/DC, and AC/DC converters.
• Design digital and mixed-signal control and interface circuits for power electronic applications.
• Ensure systems are compliant with EMC requirements through effective noise attenuation and design strategies.
• Develop and validate designs in simulation environments using industry-standard tools.
• Lead multi-disciplinary engineering teams and manage technical deliverables across complex projects.
• Serve as a key technical point of contact for customers, building and maintaining collaborative relationships.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to technical strategy and innovation.

Essential Requirements:

• Extensive experience developing power electronics and magnetics for at least two of the following sectors: automotive, aerospace, off-highway, commercial vehicle, defence, clean energy, or marine.
• Proven experience in the design of digital and mixed-signal control circuits.
• Strong understanding and practical experience in EMC design and electrical noise mitigation.
• Proficiency in simulation tools for power electronics and magnetics system development.
• Demonstrated ability to plan and lead multi-person engineering projects.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for customer engagement.
• A degree or higher in electrical/electronic engineering, power electronics, or a related discipline, or equivalent industry experience

Desirable Skills & Experience:

• Experience with digital motor control techniques for various motor types (IPM, SPM, ASM, SR) including FOC, field weakening, overmodulation, and NVH optimisation.
• Hands-on experience developing and validating power electronics hardware in lab, rig, and real-world environments.
• Competence in managing PCB layout, mechanical design integration, and the full build process of power systems.
• Knowledge of thermal and fluid simulation for effective thermal management in power electronics systems.
• Safety training in the use of high-voltage, high-power test and development equipment.

What We Offer:

• An opportunity to lead innovative engineering projects across diverse sectors.
• A collaborative and technically driven environment.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Ongoing professional development and training.

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

Lead Power Electronics Engineer

Location: Commutable of Portsmouth, Chichester and the surrounding areas.

An exciting opportunity has become available for a Lead Power Electronics Engineer who will join an established company at the forefront of power supply design technology.

The Lead Power Electronics Engineer will drive the development of cutting-edge power conversion systems. You will take ownership of high-efficiency designs for applications such as inverters and DC/DC converters, leading technical teams from concept to deployment.

As the technical authority in power electronics, you will be instrumental in setting architecture direction, guiding design reviews, mentoring engineers, and ensuring robust performance in real-world environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end development of power electronics systems: requirements capture, simulation, design, prototyping, and validation
• Architect and design power converters using SiC/GaN or silicon technologies (e.g., DC/DC, AC/DC, and DC/AC topologies)
• Collaborate cross-functionally with firmware, mechanical, and systems engineering teams
• Perform detailed analysis, including switching behaviour, thermal performance, EMC, and reliability
• Oversee PCB layout best practices for high-power/high-frequency circuits
• Drive DVT (design verification testing) and troubleshoot prototypes in the lab
• Interface with suppliers for component selection and manufacturing partners for DFM
• Mentor junior engineers and establish engineering best practices

What our client is Looking For

• Degree (Master’s or PhD preferred) in Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics, or related field
• 8+ years of experience in power electronics design and development
• Strong understanding of various converter topologies and control strategies
• Experience with wide-bandgap semiconductors (SiC/GaN)
• Familiarity with simulation tools (PSpice, LTspice, MATLAB/Simulink, etc.)
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment
• Proven leadership in technical projects or team management

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