Electronics Design Engineer – Power Electronics (HVDC)

<p><strong>Electronics Design Engineer – Power Electronics (HVDC) - Contract:</strong> 12 Months (Limited / Umbrella / PAYE, Rate DOE) - <strong>Location:</strong> Greenwich</p><p><br><br>Make sure to read the full description below, and please apply immediately if you are confident you meet all the requirements.<br></p><p><strong>About the Role:</strong></p><p>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.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>End-to-end hardware design, from concept through to production release</li><li>Design and development of DC-DC converters (50–400VDC → 3–5kV DC, up to 5kW) and high-voltage circuits</li><li>Perform thermal management and mechanical integration for high-power electronics</li><li>Conduct HV testing, insulation resistance, partial discharge validation, and ensure compliance with IEC 62368-1</li><li>Define test plans, schematics, and manufacturing documentation</li><li>Apply FMEA, risk analysis, EMC/EMI design, and reliability engineering practices</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Required Experience & Skills:</strong></p><ul><li>Degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering with 8+ years relevant experience</li><li>Strong grounding in <strong>core electrical engineering fundamentals</strong>, with the ability to apply theory to practical design challenges</li><li>Proven experience designing and releasing high-power DC-DC converters and HV systems</li><li>Expertise in SMPS design, closed-loop control, thermal/mechanical integration, and high-voltage design standards</li><li>Hands-on experience with simulation tools (LTspice, PLECS) and PCB design tools (Altium)</li><li>Proven ability to <strong>approach new or unconventional problems from first principles</strong></li><li>Experience working in environments where <strong>solutions are not predefined</strong>, requiring a proactive and analytical mindset</li><li>High level of <strong>autonomy and ownership</strong> in previous roles</li><li>Familiarity with ISO9001, TL9000, and regulated hardware development processes</li><li>Strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work across multidisciplinary engineering teams</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Why Join Us:</strong></p><p>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.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Apply Now</strong></p><p>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.</p>