Lead Power Electronics Engineer

Power System Design LeadPortsmouth OR Cowes, Isle of Wight £70,000 - £80,000 + 10% BonusAre you a Power Systems expert ready to lead the design of mission-critical technology?This role offers a rare opportunity to take ownership of complex, safety-critical electrical systems used in advanced radar platforms. You'll design and specify power systems from the mains all the way down to board level — shaping high-voltage AC through to tightly regulated DC rails — in a technically rich environment that rewards rigour, problem-solving and practical know-how.What You’ll Be DoingDesigning power generation and distribution systems (AC to DC) for radar platformsSpecifying and managing electrical systems from high-voltage mains to PCB-level voltagesWorking with motor drives, control/positioning systems, and EMC complianceCollaborating with sub-contractors and managing bespoke hardware developmentSupporting EMC testing and customer installationsGenerating technical documentation and contributing to peer/design reviewsLeading design activities within a structured Systems Engineering lifecycleWhat We’re Looking ForBackground in Electrical or Electronic EngineeringStrong experience in power system design – from 440V AC to DC voltage railsKnowledge of linear/switch-mode supplies and power safety standardsEMC awareness (e.g. DEF STAN 59-411), and experience in high-safety environmentsHands-on familiarity with MATLAB/Simulink and system-level thinkingA structured, safety-conscious approach to high-voltage system designUK-born nationality (for security clearance – not required to start)Defence experience is welcome, but not essential — we’re also keen to hear from engineers in rail, aerospace, nuclear, or other safety-critical sectors.Bonus PointsInterest in growing into a future team leadership role — either soon or over timeComfortable working independently and taking full ownership of technical solutionsWilling to travel to site regularly (we’ll help make this as smooth as possible)What’s in it for you?£75k base salary + 10% bonus (negotiable to £80k DOE)Flexible hybrid workingOpportunities for progression into people leadership (if desired)Involvement in nationally significant, future-facing radar programmesStable, long-term career path in a growing businessPlease Note:Due to project requirements, you must be British-born and eligible for UK Security Clearance. You can start the role while clearance is underway.

Created: 2025-07-23