Power Electronics Engineer - KTP Associate
위치 케임브리지, 잉글랜드, 영국 등록일 2026년 10월 23일 공고 ID 23558Our Opening and Your Responsibilities
We have an exciting opportunity for a Power Electronics Engineer to work with the University of Sheffield and METTLER TOLEDO Safeline X-ray (SLXR) on a Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) to develop next generation high voltage generators for X-ray inspection machines.
In this role, you will design, implement, and test digitally controlled power electronic systems, such as power factor correctors and high voltage inverters, to enhance X-ray generator performance. You will lead the project and work closely with METTLER TOLEDO engineers to support product development and commercialization efforts.
Although you will be employed by the University of Sheffield, you will be predominantly based at METTLER TOLEDO Safeline X-ray’s office in Royston, Hertfordshire and may be required to work from Sheffield occasionally.
You will need to apply via the University website: Power Electronics Engineer Job Details | University of Sheffield
Main Responsibilities
- Develop a power supply subsystem for an X-ray inspection machine.
- Explore and analyse existing solutions, determining areas for improvement.
- Develop, simulate, implement and test power electronic conversion circuits.
- Assist in the development of closed-loop controller for power electronics circuits.
- Develop suitable and safe testing methods for effective testing of various high voltage subsystems.
- Lead the project, monitor milestones and produce technical documents as required.
- Work with SLXR and the university to identify and protect intellectual property and work with commercial partners.
- Work within an existing agile scrum project management framework.
- Participate in regular project meetings with Mettler Toledo Safeline X-ray and the university.
- Plan your own workload to ensure the overall project milestones and objectives are met on time.
- Engage fully with the requirements of the knowledge transfer partnership scheme, including personal development and reporting.
- Work across multiple sites, including at Mettler Toledo Safeline X-ray and the University of Sheffield.
- Carry out other duties, commensurate with the grade and remit of the post.
What You Need to Succeed
- Have at least a Master's degree (PhD is desirable) or have equivalent experience in electronic, electrical or control engineering (assessed at application)
- Experience in designing, constructing and experimental testing of power electronic systems (assessed at application/interview)
- Experience with analogue/digital control for power electronics systems (assessed at application/interview)
- Experience of using computer-aided engineering including PCB design, schematic capture, embedded programming and circuit simulation (assessed at application/interview)
- Evidence of working effectively in a team and presenting findings to a wide range of audiences (assessed at application/interview)
- Ability to plan own workload and prioritise conflicting deadlines. (assessed at application/interview)
- Ability to make decisions and apply creative approaches to solving complex technical problems (assessed at application/interview)
- Appreciation of the commercial implications of decisions, particularly for costs (assessed at application/interview)
- Willingness to be based in Royston, Hertfordshire but regularly visit Sheffield (assessed at application)
- Have not previously worked on and completed an Innovate UK-funded KTP project (assessed at application)
The University is offering:
- Salary: £42,000 - £55,000 depending on experience.
- Duration: 15 months, start date 4th Jan 2027
- Hours of work: 37.5 hours per week
- For informal enquiries about this job contact Dr Jack Forrester, Knowledge Base Supervisor at jack.forrester@sheffield.ac.uk
Please apply via this link where more details can be found: Power Electronics Engineer Job Details | University of Sheffield
Our Offer to You
- Professional Growth: Work alongside industry experts, providing opportunities for mentorship and professional development in a leading company.
- Impactful Contributions: Play a key role in improving the performance of X-ray equipment, contributing to advancements in safety and efficiency in various applications.
- Career Advancement: Gain valuable experience that could lead to further career opportunities within METTLER TOLEDO or in the broader field of power electronics and engineering.
- Collaborative Culture: Experience a teamwork-focused environment where collaboration with engineers and researchers is encouraged, fostering creativity and innovation.
About Mettler Toledo
METTLER TOLEDO is a global leader in precision instruments and services. We are renowned for innovation and quality across laboratory, process analytics, industrial, product inspection, and retailing applications. Our sales and service network is one of the most extensive in the industry. Our products are sold in more than 140 countries, and we have a direct presence in approximately 40 countries. For more information, please visit www.mt.com.
Equal Opportunity Employment
We promote equal opportunity worldwide and value diversity in our global workforce, which reflects the diversity in the many countries in which we operate internationally. Our commitment to Equal Opportunity and Diversity begins with our recruitment and selection process. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable adjustments to participate in the job application or interview process. If you consider yourself to have a disability or learning difficulty which means you are unable to complete the application process online, please get in touch by email to ukrecruitment@mt.com so that we can make alternative arrangements for you. For more information on our commitment to Sustainability, Diversity and Equal Opportunity please visit us here.
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