Principal Engineer – Power Electronics Systems EngineeringPermanent/Full TimeAbout the RoleOur client is dedicated to powertrain design and development for next generation vehicles. and theUK R&D Centre is at the forefront of this work to develop the future generation of electrified,connected, and intelligent powertrains. We are looking for an experienced power electronics hardwareTechnical Specialist / Lead Engineer to join us to lead our work in this area.• Strong numeracy and literacy• Five to ten years’ experience is required and preferably some of this will be in automotive.• Good logical reasoning• Deep experience of Power Electronics ideally including Automotive Inverters• Knowledge of power electronic devices and how they are integrated into the HV electricalsystem.• Experience of developing hardware to meet IEC 61508 (or domain specific variant, e.g. ISO26262)• Experience of specification, development and test of power electronic device such asinverters• Experience of working with teams of engineers designing and testing power electronics• Evidence of achieving results through effective work against objectives• Good communication skillsDuties & Responsibilities• Lead the capture of requirements and support the development of power electronicshardware and software traction drive and power conversion systems• Lead/support the testing of power electronics hardware and software• Capturing and analysing requirements from different stakeholders• Disseminate requirements to appropriate teams for action• Support the development of electrical and electronics architecture for e-drive applicationsincluding HV harness and connectors schematics• Prepare/develop test plans and methods• Provide expertise for investigations and problem-solving activities• Lead the System DFMEA and support functional safety analysis• Ensure compliance with relevant EMC/EMI standards• Managing the technical delivery of suppliers