Power Electronics Design Engineer

Description:

The successful Power Electronics Design Engineer will Design a range of power conversion systems, to include: Controlled rectifiers, Var compensation, Voltage source converters, High energy pulsed power switches, IGBT based Invertors and Convertors (DC/DC converters, three phase inverter, Active Front End, switching mode power supplies, Flyback, Forward, H bridge, etc).

The role will involve:

Designing of a range of power conversion systems, to include: Controlled rectifiers, Var compensation, Voltage source converters, High energy pulsed power switches, IGBT based Invertors and Convertors (DC/DC converters, three phase inverter, Active Front End, switching mode power supplies, Flyback, Forward, H bridge, etc).
Support new customer enquiries, performing all aspects of engineering review, simulation and design (including drawings/schematics) to present designs to the customer in order to win business.
Working as part of the power assemblies design team to produce robust optimised designs against customer specifications
Entering into dialogue with customers regarding technical details of drawings and specifications, providing support during the complete process.
Devise power semiconductor systems solutions from first principles.
Assist with and ultimately work independently on the design of a range of power conversion systems.

To be successful in this role of Power Electronics Design Engineer we would love to speak to anyone who has experience of:

Academically qualified, BA (hons) or above in related fields such as physics, power electronics, mechanical engineering, electrical / electronic engineering.
In depth experience in the design of Power Electronic Systems.
Physical/material science with experience in an applicable engineering or research role.
Experience of working in the power semiconductor industry or a related industry sector (minimum of 5 years).
Proven track record in FACTS, IGBT inverters, Motor drives, soft starts, HVDC etc.
Experience in working with Power Electronic systems >50kW and voltages up to 33kV (SVC, HVDC, VSC, STATCOM, Pulsed Power Systems).
Ability to present data in a meaningful way to gain understanding by a diverse audience.
Able to interface with customers and suppliers directly.
Experience in PLECS, Matlab, Pspice, KiCAD software

ACS are recruiting for a Power Electronics Design Engineer. If you feel that you have the skills and experience required in this advertisement to be a Power Electronics Design Engineer, please submit your CV including an outline of your experience as a Power Electronics Design Engineer It is always a good idea to include a covering letter outlining your experience as a Power Electronics Design Engineer with your application as this will enhance your chances of selection and improve your prospects of landing the Power Electronics Design Engineer role you desire