Senior System Design Engineer

Senior System Design Engineer – Birmingham

A leading technology organisation is seeking an experienced Senior System Design Engineer to join its engineering team in Birmingham. This exciting job opportunity is ideal for a skilled power electronics professional with experience in converter system design, simulation, optimisation, and advanced engineering technologies.

As a Senior System Design Engineer, you will be responsible for the design and development of advanced power electronics converter systems used across electric vehicles, rail, and renewable energy applications. Working in Birmingham, you will support the complete engineering lifecycle, from initial concept and system design through prototyping, integration, testing, and optimisation.

This Senior System Design Engineer job will include:

• Designing and developing power electronics converter systems
• Performing system requirements analysis, modelling, simulation, and optimisation
• Working with AC/DC, DC/DC, and DC/AC converter topologies
• Supporting prototype development, component selection, and system integration
• Defining technical specifications and interfaces for sub-components
• Applying AI and generative AI techniques to enhance the power electronics design process
• Carrying out efficiency analysis, thermal simulation, and control system development
• Developing test plans, analysing results, and preparing technical documentation
• Supporting technology research and future engineering roadmap activities

The ideal candidate for the Senior System Design Engineer job will have:

• A degree or PhD in Power Electronics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
• Strong experience in power electronics converter design and development
• Practical knowledge of high-voltage systems (1200V+), IGBT, and SiC MOSFET technologies
• Experience with converter topologies, multi-level converters, and control strategies
• Experience with simulation and engineering tools including MATLAB, PLECS, ANSYS, CAD, and CAE software
• Understanding of thermal management, component loss analysis, and system efficiency optimisation
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to produce high-quality technical documentation

This Senior System Design Engineer job based in Birmingham offers an excellent opportunity to work on innovative engineering projects, develop cutting-edge power electronics solutions, and contribute to future technologies in transport and energy.

If you are an experienced engineer looking for a challenging and rewarding job in Birmingham, this role provides the opportunity to make a significant impact in advanced power electronics development.