Senior Power Electronic Design Engineer in Caldicot

Looking for an atmosphere of trust, empowerment, respect, diversity, and communication? People come to work at Microchip because we help design the technology that runs the world. Microchip’s nationally-recognized Leadership Passage Programs support career growth where we proudly enroll over a thousand people annually. We take pride in our commitment to employee development, values-based decision making, and strong sense of community, driven by our Vision, Mission, and 11 Guiding Values; we affectionately refer to it as the Aggregate System and it’s won us countless awards for diversity and workplace excellence.we did not achieve record revenue and over 30 years of quarterly profitability without a great team dedicated to empowering innovation. Job Description:Who we are Microchip's Caldicot site is responsible for designing and delivering the next generation of advanced electronic module solutions for global technology markets. Our expertise lies in delivering advanced packaging solutions to our customers where small size and high reliability are critical. Some of our markets include medical, automotive, aerospace, and renewable energy. We develop a wide range of module solutions, ranging from miniaturized implant medical devices to compound semiconductor power modules.We offer an attractive benefits package and flexible working arrangements. Microchip has a strong set of values and puts employee's continuous development and progression at its core. The site is set in a semi-rural location with free parking and is easily accessed from both the M4 and M48 motorways.As a Power Module Design Engineer you will be required to research, design, develop and evaluate new packaging concepts, prototypes and products of the company’s next generation microelectronic modules. This position will allow you to become an integral part of a team of specialists in materials, mechanical, electronics and packaging engineers that strive to push the boundaries of conventional microelectronics packaging. About the RoleWe are looking for an experienced Electrical Design Engineer to lead the electrical design and simulation of Si and SiC power modules. This role focuses on optimizing electrical performance, reliability, and manufacturability, using advanced design and simulation tools.Design and develop electrical layouts and schematics for Si and SiC power modulesPerform electrical simulations to analyse circuit behaviour and optimize switching performance.Conduct electromagnetic field simulations to minimize parasitic effects and ensure compliance to target module specifications.Evaluate thermal performance in conjunction with electrical designSelect components, including power semiconductors, passive components, and interconnects, to meet performance requirements.Optimize designs for electrical efficiency, reliability, and manufacturability.Support prototype builds and testing, analysing data to refine designs and improve performance.Take on other engineering duties as required and assigned.Travel internationally on occasion as requested.Requirements/Qualifications:Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics, or a related field.3+ years of experience in power module design, particularly with Si and SiC technologies.Proficiency in Altium Designer for electrical schematics and layouts.Experience with electrical simulation tools such as SPICE and PLECS.Experience of electromagnetic simulation tools, such as ANSYS Q3D, ANSYS Maxwell, and thermal analysis tools like ANSYS Icepak.Solid understanding of power semiconductor devices and loss mechanisms.Familiarity with reliability and quality standards for power modules.Travel Time:0% - 25%To all recruitment agencies: Full time