Electronics Design Engineer – Power Electronics (HVDC) - Contract: 12 Months (Limited / Umbrella / PAYE, Rate DOE) - Location: Greenwich
About the Role:
We are seeking a highly skilled Electronics Design Engineer to join our team on a 12-month contract. You will be responsible for the design, development, validation, and documentation of high-voltage Power Transmission Equipment used to supply undersea communication cable systems. This role focuses on high-voltage DC-DC conversion, thermal/mechanical integration, and ensuring designs meet the highest reliability and compliance standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- End-to-end hardware design, from concept through to production release
- Design and development of DC-DC converters (50–400VDC → 3–5kV DC, up to 5kW) and high-voltage circuits
- Perform thermal management and mechanical integration for high-power electronics
- Conduct HV testing, insulation resistance, partial discharge validation, and ensure compliance with IEC 62368-1
- Define test plans, schematics, and manufacturing documentation
- Apply FMEA, risk analysis, EMC/EMI design, and reliability engineering practices
Required Experience & Skills:
- Degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering with 8+ years relevant experience
- Strong grounding in core electrical engineering fundamentals, with the ability to apply theory to practical design challenges
- Proven experience designing and releasing high-power DC-DC converters and HV systems
- Expertise in SMPS design, closed-loop control, thermal/mechanical integration, and high-voltage design standards
- Hands-on experience with simulation tools (LTspice, PLECS) and PCB design tools (Altium)
- Proven ability to approach new or unconventional problems from first principles
- Experience working in environments where solutions are not predefined, requiring a proactive and analytical mindset
- High level of autonomy and ownership in previous roles
- Familiarity with ISO9001, TL9000, and regulated hardware development processes
- Strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work across multidisciplinary engineering teams
Why Join Us:
This is a unique opportunity to work on mission-critical undersea communication technology in a collaborative and innovative environment. You will take ownership of complex high-voltage hardware projects and contribute to the next generation of Power Feeding Equipment.
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If you are a hands-on Power Electronics Engineer with HVDC expertise and a passion for solving complex engineering problems, we would love to hear from you.