Head of Electronics – Powertrain & Power Electronics Systems

Head of Electronics – Powertrain & Power Electronics Systems

Location: Norfolk area (on-site)

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

Overview

ARCA is partnering with a confidential client in the electric vehicle and clean technology sector to recruit a Head of Electronics to lead the design and development of advanced power electronics hardware across a range of next‑generation propulsion and energy systems.

This is a senior, hands‑on leadership role offering the opportunity to shape the direction of electronics development and drive innovation across a fast‑growing engineering function. The successful candidate will combine deep technical expertise with strategic vision and mentoring capability.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical and strategic leadership for all electronics development activities
• Oversee the design of power electronics systems, including inverters, converters, and control hardware for electric powertrains
• Define electronics architecture, standards, and development processes to ensure product robustness and scalability
• Guide and mentor a multidisciplinary team of engineers, fostering technical excellence and knowledge sharing
• Drive hardware validation and verification to meet EMC, thermal, and functional safety requirements
• Collaborate with firmware, systems, and mechanical teams to deliver integrated, production‑ready solutions
• Contribute to technology roadmapping and the introduction of new electronic systems and processes

Required Skills and Experience

• Proven background in power electronics hardware design, ideally for electric propulsion or energy systems
• Expertise in analogue and digital circuit design, PCB layout, and high‑voltage architectures
• Strong understanding of EMC design, thermal management, and reliability engineering
• Experience leading multidisciplinary engineering teams or projects within an R&D or manufacturing environment
• Hands‑on experience with hardware validation, debugging, and lab‑based testing
• Familiarity with functional safety or automotive standards such as ISO 26262 or IATF 16949
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) status, or eligibility for registration, is highly desirable

What’s on Offer

• Senior leadership opportunity within a rapidly expanding clean‑tech engineering organisation
• The chance to influence the development of advanced powertrain and energy systems from concept to production
• Collaborative, innovative working environment with clear technical ownership
• Competitive salary and benefits package commensurate with experience

If you’re an accomplished electronics engineer with a passion for technical leadership and next‑generation EV systems, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now to join a forward‑thinking team driving innovation at the forefront of electrified propulsion technology.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Robotics Engineering, Motor Vehicle Manufacturing, and Electric Power Transmission, Control, and Distribution