Power Electronic Engineer

Power Electronic Engineer

Recruiter

Network Recruitment

Job Ref

NES026536/SV

Date posted

Wednesday, June 10, 2026

Location

Pretoria, South Africa

Salary

Annually

SUMMARY

Work on designing and building high‑power electronic systems for grid-tied solar, battery, and industrial applications. This is a hands-on, delivery-driven role focused on developing reliable, scalable solutions that perform in real-world environments.

POSITION INFO

A specialised power electronics and energy systems company is looking for a Power Electronics Engineer to support the design, testing, and delivery of high‑power conversion solutions for utility-scale renewable and industrial projects. This is a hands-on, product-driven role suited to an engineer with solid experience in grid-tied power conversion, battery storage systems, and industrial motor control, and who is comfortable working directly with equipment in complex, safety-regulated environments. 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 Apply now! For more engineering jobs, please visit If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider the vacancy application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for any other suitable roles / positions. For more information contact: Shaleen van Staden Specialist Recruitment Consultant- Engineering