Electronics Design Engineer – Power Electronics (HVDC)

Electronics Design Engineer – Power Electronics (HVDC) - Contract: 12 Months (Limited / Umbrella / PAYE, Rate DOE) - Location: Greenwich

Make sure to read the full description below, and please apply immediately if you are confident you meet all the requirements.

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. xwzovoh You will take ownership of complex high-voltage hardware projects and contribute to the next generation of Power Feeding Equipment.

Apply Now

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.