Principal Power Electronics Engineer

Our client is seeking a Principal Power Electronics Engineer to join its automotive engineering team on a permanent basis. Based in Birmingham, the role will lead the design and development of advanced power electronic units and systems, supporting customer projects, research and development products, and the full product lifecycle through to validation and production readiness.Key Responsibilities:Lead the design of power electronic units and systems incorporating analogue and digital circuits, interfaces and multicore controllersDevelop power electronics hardware for automotive applications, including inverters, on-board chargers, DC-DC converters and motor control systemsDesign gate drivers, low-voltage power supplies, detailed schematics and supporting PCB layoutsUse simulation tools such as PLECS, LTspice, Simulink and MATLAB to support design development and verificationLead prototype builds and provide electronic support during system testing, integration and validation activitiesProduce design verification documentation and contribute to FMEA, reliability prediction and MTBF analysisLead engineering change control and ensure project documentation is managed in line with established processes and standardsProvide technical leadership, mentor team members and work collaboratively with customers, suppliers and multidisciplinary engineering teamsJob Requirements:Degree qualification in electronics engineering or an equivalent disciplineExtensive experience in power ..... full job details .....