Power Electronic Engineer

Power Electronic Engineer

Recruiter

Network Recruitment

Job Ref

NES025920/SV

Date posted

Thursday, May 7, 2026

Location

Centurion, South Africa

Salary

Annually

SUMMARY

Design and develop high‑power electronic systems for grid‑connected solar, battery, and industrial applications. This is a hands‑on, execution‑driven role focused on delivering robust products that perform reliably at real‑world scale.

POSITION INFO

A specialized power electronics and energy systems company is seeking a Power Electronics Engineer to support the development, validation, and technical delivery of high‑power conversion products for utility‑scale renewable energy and industrial applications.

This is a hands‑on, product‑focused role suited to an engineer with a strong foundation in grid‑connected power conversion, battery energy storage systems, and industrial motor control. You’ll work directly with real equipment in complex, safety‑critical, and highly regulated environments, ensuring solutions meet both performance and reliability requirements.

Education & Skills:

• BEng / BSc in Electrical or Electronic Engineering
• 3+ years’ experience in power electronics design or product support
• Strong understanding of medium‑ to high‑power conversion systems
• Experience with simulation tools such as MATLAB/Simulink, LTspice, or PSpice
• Practical experience with testing and troubleshooting power electronic hardware
• Solid understanding of thermal management, EMC, and protection schemes

Job Experience & Skills Required:

• Design and development of high‑power converters and inverters for renewable energy and energy storage systems
• Support the lifecycle of grid‑connected solar PV inverters, battery converters, and related power electronics products
• Develop and review power stage designs, including DC/DC, DC/AC, and AC/AC topologies
• Selection and validation of power semiconductor devices (IGBTs, MOSFETs, and SiC)
• Perform circuit simulation, control loop analysis, and performance optimisation
• Support factory and site testing, commissioning, and fault investigation
• Work closely with control, systems, and commissioning engineers
• Ensure compliance with electrical standards and grid‑code requirements

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Shaleen van Staden

Specialist Recruitment Consultant- Engineering