Junior Power Supply Design Engineer
Location:
Dublin, Ireland (Hybrid / On-site)
The Role
Our client is looking for a
Junior Power Supply Design Engineer
to join their growing engineering team working on the design and development of
AC/DC and DC/DC power supplies
. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career engineer to gain hands-on experience across the full power-electronics development lifecycle, supported by senior engineers and technical mentors.
You will contribute to the design, simulation, prototyping, and testing of efficient, reliable power solutions used in a range of industrial, medical, automotive, or consumer applications.
Key Responsibilities
* Support the
design and development of AC/DC and DC/DC power supplies
* Assist with
schematic capture, component selection, and basic magnetics design
* Perform
circuit simulation
using tools such as SPICE, LTspice, or PLECS
* Support
PCB layout reviews
in collaboration with layout engineers
* Help with
prototype bring-up, testing, and debugging
in the lab
* Carry out
electrical measurements,
including efficiency, thermal, EMI, and transient testing
* Assist with
documentation
, test reports, and design reviews
* Work closely with senior engineers to improve design robustness, efficiency, and reliability
* Comply with relevant
safety and regulatory standards
(e.g. IEC, UL, CE)
Required Skills & Experience
* Degree in
Electrical / Electronic Engineering
or a related discipline
* Basic understanding of
power electronics fundamentals
(SMPS topologies, MOSFETs, diodes, magnetics)
* Familiarity with
AC/DC or DC/DC converter concepts
* Exposure to
simulation tools
(SPICE-based tools preferred)
* Basic lab experience with
oscilloscopes, power analysers, and electronic loads
* Willingness to learn and develop within a hands-on engineering environment
* Good communication skills and a collaborative mindset
Desirable (Not Essential)
* Internship, placement year, or thesis focused on
power electronics or power supplies
* Exposure to
EMI/EMC testing
or thermal design
* Familiarity with
PCB design tools
(Altium, OrCAD, KiCad, etc.)
* Knowledge of
wide-bandgap devices
(SiC or GaN)
What's On Offer
* Competitive
graduate / junior-level salary
* Structured
training and mentorship
from experienced power-electronics engineers
* Hands-on exposure to
real-world power supply designs
* Clear progression path into
Power Electronics Design Engineer
roles
If this Junior Power Supply Design Engineer vacancy is of interest, then please apply with an up-to-date CV and contact information.