Lead Drives and Systems Engineer

Location: Leicester

Job Description Summary

Help shape the future of power and propulsion technology at one of the most unique test facilities in the world. The Marine Power Test Facility (MPTF) is a dedicated, full-power, land-based site that de-risks present and future power and propulsion technologies — from early product development and verification through to complete, full-scale integrated power and propulsion systems, including new "clean ship" technologies. It is the only commercial land-based facility in the world capable of full-scale testing of complete integrated naval power and propulsion systems, from ship-fit prime movers through to propulsion, at up to 20MW scale.

As Lead Drives and Systems Engineer, you'll bring deep technical expertise to the design, development, and validation of electro-mechanical systems tested at the MPTF, supporting major UK infrastructure and defence programs. You'll provide technical leadership and mentorship across project phases and act as a key technical interface with customers — without formal people-management responsibility. This is a role for someone who wants to turn complex engineering challenges into solutions that matter, on a platform unlike anywhere else in the world.

Key Responsibilities

Lead electrical systems design from concept through commissioning at the MPTF — including architectures, schematics, and interface definitions — and specify, design, and validate control systems for MW-scale power electronic drive systems

Perform electrical calculations, modelling, load analysis, simulations, and fault analysis, ensuring designs meet performance, safety, and industry standards (International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC), British Standards (BS), Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), Underwriters Laboratories (UL))

Serve as the main technical point of contact for customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders on electrical engineering topics, supporting multiple concurrent initiatives

Guide test planning and commissioning activities at the full-scale test facility, analyzing data to support class-leading power system solutions and de-risk new technologies

Drive root cause analysis and resolution of complex electrical system issues during development, testing, commissioning, and field operation

Mentor engineers and champion continuous improvement in engineering processes, tools, and design practices

Maintain engineering documentation, risk management processes, and quality control systems in line with company guidelines