Senior Design Engineer - Power modules

Overview

and Responsibilities

We have a vacancy for a Senior Design Engineer to join the Engineering team working within our Microelectronics business.

In this role your primary responsibility will be to design and develop power modules. Working as part of the wider engineering team you will be involved in a wide range of projects spanning R&D, development and NPI. 

Whilst the successful candidate will be responsible for designing power modules, you may also be asked to assist the wider engineering team by providing support to sustain and improve existing products lines, including yield improvements and cost reduction, and providing technical leadership.

Key Responsibilities

Reporting directly to the Chief Engineer, key duties and responsibilities will include:

Designing and developing power module products in accordance with the NPI procedure, through concept, design & development and into the operational production phases.
Supporting the specification and introduction of power module products.
Power Module electrical; mechanical and thermal design; design for manufacture and high reliability application requirements. Creating procurement and manufacturing drawings and specifications.Preparing design and solution reports with costing estimates to support NPI projects.Working with the sales and business development team in the support of new business opportunities.Supporting existing product lines and processes throughout the entire life cycle.Supporting the execution of the business strategic plan and keeping abreast of new technologies and business opportunities.Ensuring safe working practices are adopted and health and safety legislation are adhered to when implementing new products, materials processes, or equipment.

On occasion, this role may require visits to customers or suppliers and may also involve foreign travel.

Qualifications, Skills and Attributes

Experience designing power modules or other power products.Knowledge of SiC / GaN /Silicon technologies and common Semiconductor devices (MOSFET, IGBT, Diodes, Bipolar Transistors etc) and performance requirements.Familiarity with requirements for aerospace and high-rel applications.Competent in both mechanical & electronics CAD design and performing thermal, mechanical, and electrical simulations.Have a strong technical bias, with strong problem-solving abilities.A Degree, or HND/HNC with equivalent experience, in an engineering discipline.

What We Offer You:

From this role you will have the opportunity to develop the experience needed to explore and progress to more senior leadership roles within TT Electronics Bedlington, or the wider group, if this is in your own career plan.

Competitive SalaryEnhanced pension contributionsHealthcare cashback planEmployee assistance programmeSite incentive planFinancial wellbeing benefitDiscounted online and high street shopping and lifestyle vouchersCycle to Work SchemeDiscounted RAC membershipDiscounted Gym membership5 weeks (in hours) annual leave plus bank holidaysA supportive and friendly working environment with a focus on wellbeing and sustainability

TT Electronics are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and actively encourage applications from under-represented groups.

Our Recruitment Process:

Initially we will reach out to you for an informal conversation about the role. This will allow you the opportunity to ask questions and find out more about TT, our site and our team. It will also give us the chance to learn more about you and your experience to date. At this point both parties have the opportunity to decide if they would like to continue with the process.

Due to the specific projects TT Electronics supports we are unable to sponsor work visas. Candidates will be required to achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard Clearance.

We hold Health and Safety in the highest regard at TT, with the Wellbeing of our employees our top priority. Any successful candidate will be required to successfully pass a pre-employment Drug and Alcohol Screening.

Solving Technology Challenges for a Sustainable World

We want the very best people in our TT family across the globe – so we welcome applications from everyone, to celebrate a diverse mix of experiences, backgrounds and identities. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all and you can rest assured that TT Electronics takes positive steps to ensure we are an inclusive business, that will welcome and support you, from your initial application to wherever your career takes you!

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