Lead Power Electronic Systems Modelling Engineer
Job Description Summary
The Power Electronic Systems Modelling Engineer will be responsible for creating, validating, and implementing sophisticated models of power electronic systems, converter-based architectures, and their interactions with electrical machines and power networks. This role requires a comprehensive system-level understanding of operational environments, encompassing the integration of multiple electric drive systems such as power converters, electric motors, dynamic loads, and the interplay among these components within unified systems.Job Description
Key responsibilities include high-fidelity modelling, control system development, and simulation of DC and AC power systems. A profound understanding of converter technologies and electric drives is essential, with model fidelity tailored to system- and component-level analysis requirements. The position requires the application of analytical approaches combined with expert modelling practices to guarantee the accuracy, scalability, and relevance of simulation outcomes.
The ideal candidate will possess robust analytical skills alongside a thorough understanding of power electronics, control systems, and electrical systems to foster innovation and optimize system-level performance.
Key Responsibilities for the Role include:
Modelling Design: Determine the necessary system-level information and design the appropriate level of modelling fidelity for electrical, mechanical, and thermal components. Ensure that the chosen modelling approach aligns with the targeted system analysis objectives.
System-Level Model Implementation: After defining system-level information requirements and appropriate modelling fidelity, implement system-level models using advanced modelling tools such as MATLAB/Simulink, PLECS, ANSYS Twin Builder, PSCAD, and DIgSILENT PowerFactory. Manage data exchange and coupling between different simulation environments as needed.
High-Fidelity Dynamic Model Development: Create detailed and high-fidelity dynamic models of power electronic converter systems, electrical machines, and power systems using cutting-edge modelling tools like MATLAB/Simulink, PLECS, ANSYS Maxwell, PSCAD, and DIgSILENT PowerFactory.
System-Level Studies and Analysis: Conduct system-level studies of the developed models, including analytical evaluation of steady-state results to verify model correctness and selected fidelity levels. Apply control theory principles to analyze transient system behavior across electrical components, assessing the impact of high converter penetration on grid stability, harmonic distortion, transient response, and control interactions.
Converter Control Strategy Modelling: Investigate and model various converter control strategies (e.g., dc & ac grids, current/voltage control, droop control, grid-forming and grid-following control, active and reactive power management). Ensure appropriate control execution timing and sequencing at both unit and system levels to guarantee smooth system operation and compliance with overall system requirements.
Model Development for Different Analysis Layers: Develop reduced-order and high-fidelity models suitable for various analysis layers, ranging from control design to large-scale power network simulations.
Multi-MW Converter System Design and Optimization: Support the design and optimization of multi-MW converter systems, ensuring accurate representation of electromagnetic, thermal, and dynamic behaviours.
Control & Simulation Development
- Design, implement, and validate control algorithms for system-level integration models of converter based systems, integrating machine dynamics and DC & AC grid behaviour to ensure optimum operation and analyse control interactions among multiple control algorithms governing different system components.
- Carry out time-domain, frequency-domain, and stability analyses to assess performance of system under various operational conditions.
- Develop digital twin models and real-time simulation frameworks to support hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) and software-in-the-loop (SIL) testing, aligned with defined test cases to evaluate system performance under representative operating conditions.
- Evaluate the influence of converter topology, modulation techniques, and control architectures on system-level performance.
System Studies & Integration
- Conduct grid integration studies for converter-dominated systems, including fault ride-through, system strength, and power quality assessments.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams in power electronics design, control, and system integration to ensure alignment between model assumptions and physical implementations.
- Develop methodologies to predict and mitigate interaction effects between multiple converters and grid components on AC & DC grids for marine power systems applications.
Validation & Documentation
- Support model validation through comparison with experimental and field test data.
- Document modelling procedures, assumptions, and validation results to ensure traceability and knowledge transfer.
- Contribute to technical reports, publications, and design reviews to support internal R&D and customer projects.
- Stay current with emerging modelling methodologies, tools, and standards for converter-based power systems.
Qualifications & Experience
Essential:
- Degree (Beng or Meng or PhD) in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, Control Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Strong theoretical and practical understanding of power electronics converters, control systems, and electrical machines.
- Proven experience in dynamic system modelling and simulation of converter-based power systems.
- Expertise with modelling and simulation tools, such as MATLAB/Simulink, PLECS, Ansys Twin Builder and experience with PSCAD, PSSE, DIgSILENT, or Modelica is considered a strong plus
- Understanding of control design, signal processing, and system stability theory.
- Knowledge of grid integration challenges in renewable or converter-dominated networks (e.g., wind, solar, HVDC, microgrids).
Desirable:
- Experience with real-time simulation platforms (e.g., OPAL-RT, Typhoon HIL, RTDS).
- Familiarity with EMT, RMS, and hybrid simulation techniques for multi-timescale studies.
- Experience in harmonic analysis, electromagnetic transient analysis, or EMC/EMI modelling.
- Background in co-simulation frameworks combining electrical, thermal, and mechanical domains.
- Strong programming and scripting skills (e.g., MATLAB, Python, C/C++, Modelica, or VHDL-AMS).
Personal Attributes
- Team-Working Attitude: Exhibits a strong team-working attitude, contributing effectively as a collaborative team member. Promotes respectful, constructive communication and prioritizes team success over counterproductive behaviors.
- Communication and Leadership Skills: Possesses strong communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
- Analytical and Problem-Solving Mindset: Demonstrates a strong analytical and problem-solving mindset with a passion for technical innovation.
- Report Writing Skills: Excels in report writing, capable of writing clearly and succinctly to meet the needs and understanding of the intended audience.
- Organisational Skills: Exhibits strong personal organizational skills, with the ability to manage time effectively, monitor performance against deadlines and milestones, and work productively in a pressurized environment.
- Ethics and Integrity: Upholds ethics and values, demonstrating integrity in all actions.
- Willingness to Travel: Willing to travel within the UK and overseas for short-term working assignments.
- Security Clearance: Able to achieve UK security clearance.
You can expect from us
- Work on exciting cutting-edge technology on novel drive system topologies and challenging and exciting global projects.
- A work environment where we understand that not everyone has the same expectations about their jobs, careers and work-life balance and we are happy to discuss flexibility requirements.
- Attractive compensation.
- Flexible benefits so you can build a package that fits your personal needs. Some core benefits are: Employer pension contribution (not subject to individual contribution), Income protection, Private Health Insurance and Life Assurance.
- 26 days vacation + bank holidays.
- Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement in a global company.
- Dynamic and collaborative work environment with a focus on innovation and creativity.
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Additional Information
Relocation Assistance Provided: No