Unleash the Power of MultiMission Excellence: Safeguarding the Seas for the Worlds Navies.

Step into a world where cuttingedge technology meets unparalleled expertise. Ultra Maritime pioneers delivering multimission solutions that protect and empower the naval forces worldwide. With our extensive portfolio of capabilities our innovations are utilised on naval fleets across our allied navies around the globe.

As the maritime and underwater battlespace evolves we tirelessly push the boundaries to develop advanced specialist systems that provide our fiveeyes Defence customers with an unbeatable warfighting edge. From surface vessels to subsurface operations and unmanned platforms we are revolutionizing the way naval missions are executed.

We thrive on collaboration and partnering with our customers to ensure mission success. Our expert solutions encompass an array of gamechanging technologies including stateoftheart sonar radar expendables signature management and naval power systems.

Join us in shaping the future of naval warfare and together we will safeguard the seas and empower navies worldwide!

Flexible Working

At Ultra Maritime we understand that your personal life is just as important as your professional one. Thats why we support and promote flexible working arrangements where possible. Whether you prefer a hybrid model working remotely or the structure of being onsite we will support you as best as we can. Embrace the freedom to shape your work hours according to your needs whether its parttime compressed hours or a unique arrangement that suits your lifestyle.

Rugeley embraces flexibility by offering adaptable start and finish times empowering you to find the perfect balance between your professional and personal commitments. Bid farewell to rigid schedules and embrace the freedom to design your workday around your unique needs. We empower our people to work independently tying into our values of Values of Integrity Transparency and Alignment.

We welcome the challenge to work in new ways and have trust in you when getting the job done because we recognise our business is our people. We welcome the challenge to work in new ways and have trust in you when getting the job done because we recognise our business is our people.

Job Description

We are seeking a Power Electronics Test Engineer with a strong emphasis on labbased testing electrical testing and fault finding. This role is perfect for an individual who enjoys handson work with electronic systems ensuring that power electronics systems are tested thoroughly for functionality reliability and safety. In addition to power electronics you will also work with general electrical systems making this a wellrounded role for an engineer passionate about labbased testing and diagnostics.

Working across multiple industries including Marine and Defence you will play a crucial role in the validation and troubleshooting of systems such as power converters motor drives and electrical systems. This position offers the chance to engage directly with hardware diagnose complex issues and provide feedback to improve the performance and reliability of products.

Key Responsibilities

LabBased Testing & Validation

• Lead handson testing of power electronics and electrical systems in a lab environment ensuring systems perform according to specifications and safety standards.

• Develop and execute test plans including functional and performance testing for power converters motor drives and other related systems.

• Use lab equipment such as oscilloscopes multimeters power analyzers and signal generators to conduct precise measurements and validate system performance.

Electrical Testing & Fault Finding

• Perform electrical testing on both lowvoltage and highvoltage systems identifying issues and ensuring that systems are safe and functional under various operating conditions.

• Troubleshoot system faults diagnose complex technical problems and implement effective solutions to ensure optimal system performance.

• Troubleshoot system faults diagnose complex technical problems and implement effective solutions to ensure optimal system performance.

System Integration & Support

• Support the integration of power electronics into larger systems testing the compatibility and performance of systems when combined with other components.

• Collaborate with engineers to validate designs through testing and provide input on potential product improvements based on test outcomes.

• Set up and maintain test rigs ensuring the accuracy and safety of all testing operations.

Lab Maintenance & Safety

• Manage the test lab environment ensuring that all equipment is maintained calibrated and ready for testing activities.

• Ensure all testing procedures follow relevant health and safety protocols particularly when dealing with highvoltage equipment.

• Set up and maintain test rigs ensuring the accuracy and safety of all testing operations.

Documentation & Reporting

• Prepare detailed test reports documenting testing procedures outcomes and any identified issues or inconsistencies.

• Write technical documentation that outlines test results troubleshooting steps and suggestions for system improvement.

• Communicate findings to both internal teams and customers providing clear recommendations for system adjustments and future enhancements.

Customer Support

• Provide technical support during customerfacing activities including field testing and installation ensuring that systems perform to customer expectations.

• Assist in customer troubleshooting offering handson solutions and advice to resolve technical issues in deployed systems.

Qualifications / Skills Required

Education

• HND Bachelors or Masters degree in Electrical Engineering Power Electronics Electronics Engineering or a related field with a focus on electrical testing and electronics systems.

Experience

• Proven experience in power electronics testing fault finding and labbased testing of power converters motor drives or other complex electronic systems.

• Handson experience with labbased equipment such as oscilloscopes multimeters signal generators and power analyzers.

• Familiarity with electrical testing on both lowvoltage and highvoltage systems including diagnostics and fault resolution.

Skills

• Strong knowledge of power electronics electrical systems and converter topologies

• Expertise in electrical testing including the ability to interpret test data troubleshoot issues and suggest corrective actions.

• Experience developing and executing test plans with the ability to analyze data and draw actionable insights.

• Proficiency in faultfinding and problemsolving particularly in a lab environment

• Strong communication skills both written and verbal to produce detailed technical reports and collaborate with engineering teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working on power systems or electrical systems in industries such as Marine Defense or Aerospace.

• Handson experience in the integration of power electronics into larger systems testing systems under realworld conditions.

• Knowledge of safety protocols in lab environments particularly when working with highvoltage and highpower equipment.

• Proficiency with simulation tools to validate designs before physical testing.

Why Join Us

This This role is ideal for a technically skilled technician or engineer who enjoys labbased work and is passionate about electrical testing and fault finding. You will have the opportunity to work on cuttingedge power electronics systems directly impacting the performance and reliability of critical applications. If youre driven by practical problemsolving and excited by the challenge of ensuring highquality system performance we encourage you to apply for this handson dynamic position.

If you are ready to elevate your career and be part of something extraordinary apply now and lets shape the future together!

Note: All candidates must be eligible to achieve the relevant security vetting level applicable to the role.

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Relocation Support

Attracting highlevel talent and people that can add value and expertise is vital to our success. Attracting and retaining brilliant people is imperative so thats why we search across the UK for talent. We offer financial support to candidates that are considering relocating; this is considered on a casebycase basis per role and subject to HMRC guidelines.

Nationality Requirements

Candidates must be eligible to obtain the relevant security clearance required for the role due to the nature of the programmes we deliver for our customers.

Diverse & Inclusive Employer

Ultra Maritime is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity inclusion equity and equality. Underpinned by our values behaviours and policies we want you to feel empowered to be your best and authentic self.

We promote a workplace that welcomes people from all backgrounds and cultures; believing that this will increase our diversity of thinking and ultimately ensure we continue delivering on our commitments to our customers.

We do not discriminate based on race religion colour national origin gender identity sexual orientation age marital status veteran status or disability status and welcome applications from all candidates.

Company: Ultra Maritime