Senior Power Engineer

Job Description: Your Impact We are looking for an experienced Senior PSU Engineer to join the PSU Core Delivery Team (CDT) Team for a hybrid working role based in Edinburgh. The Team provides expert advice, guidance, design and governance throughout the full lifecycle of all projects on site for matters related to Power on the biggest avionic radar projects in the UK, for platforms such as Typhoon, Gripen and GCAP. Interested?You will be working within a multi-disciplined delivery team with responsibility across the full Engineering Lifecycle from requirements capture to final delivery. This is an exciting and challenging opportunity to join a highly skilled team at a time of significant growth within Leonardo.What you\’ll bring: In order to be considered for this role you will have previous experience in the design, manufacture, test, integration of PSUs and or power systems. Ideally, you will possess a minimum of HND in Engineering or Systems or related technical discipline.As an experienced PSU design engineer, your primary role is to lay the groundwork for the future power systems we require in the near and far term. PSU topology analysis and associated new technologies in energy storage and energy conservation, including limiting the disturbances seen by the aircraft generator, will be key to your and our success in the future. The role includes the need to support adhoc and emerging power related tasks on the other projects the PSU CDT is involved in. An overarching understanding of power techniques and the ability to step into a live issue is required. You will ideally have experience in the following areas : ACDC and or DCDC switched mode power supply design Control and interface circuitry Experience with Mentor Graphics You shall be familiar with a recognised schematic and simulation toolset Experience with simulation software : Simetrix, LT Spice, Matlab Fault diagnosis to component level Electrical power systems Security Clearance This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government\’s Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit: join us At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work-life balance. Whether you\’re looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we\’re here to help you thrive.Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year. Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution. Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity). Rewarding Performance : All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme. Never Stop Learning : Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning. Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme. Tailored Perks : Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more. Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role. For a full list of our Company benefits please visit our website.Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team-they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety.At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have a disability or health condition that could affect how you perform in certain assessments, just let your recruiter know. We\’ll work with you to explore any adjustments that might help.Be part of something bigger – apply now!Primary Location: GB – EdinburghContract Type: PermanentHybrid Working: Hybrid