Lead Electrical Systems Engineer at Porpoise Power

Oxford, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

13 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Power Conversion, Protection Devices, Cabling, Thermal Management, Electrical Integration, 3-Phase AC Systems, Generators, Drives, Converters, DC Supplies, Equipment Sizing, Protection Coordination, eCAD, PLC Integration, Control Logic, Electromechanical Drive Trains

Industry

Description

About Us Porpoise Power is developing breakthrough tidal‑energy technology inspired by whale biomechanics and optimised for medium‑flow, shallow‑water sites. Backed by leading VCs and Innovate UK, our highly efficient fin‑driven generator system is moving from quarter‑scale trials to full‑scale deployment. We are a fast‑growing engineering team building a next‑generation, predictable renewable power source. About the Role As an Electrical Systems Engineer, you will lead the design and delivery of the power‑generation electrical architecture that converts fin‑driven mechanical motion into clean, grid‑compatible electricity. You will work across power conversion, protection, cabling, thermal management and electrical integration of our full‑scale tidal system. Power‑System Design Design and specify 3‑phase AC systems including generators, drives, converters, DC supplies, and protection devices. Perform equipment sizing, protection coordination (fuses, MCCBs, DC–DC converters), and thermal considerations. Lead system‑level power conversion architecture and subsystem integration. eCAD & Electrical Documentation Develop electrical schematics, block diagrams, SLDs, panel layouts and cable schedules. Specify cabling, connectors, harness routing and enclosures for reliability in submerged or semi‑submerged systems. Control‑System Integration Work with PLC and control engineers to ensure seamless power‑system interaction with automation systems. Review and support control logic (e.g. S7 Ladder/SCL) for protection, interlocks and fault handling. Cross‑Disciplinary Collaboration Partner closely with mechanical, software and modelling teams to validate interfaces, ensure compliance and support multidisciplinary design reviews. Essential Skills Experience with power‑generation systems and electromechanical drive trains (motors/generators). Knowledge of industrial control systems. Ability to manage electrical‑engineering schedules, risks and budgets. Experience delivering systems from concept to commissioning. Desirable Marine or offshore electrical‑systems experience. Knowledge of power‑electronics design or integration. CAD experience (e.g. SolidWorks, AutoCAD). Pension Plans Leave Package - 25 days + public holidays (England) Work From Home - flexible hours Training & Development

Responsibilities

The Lead Electrical Systems Engineer will design and deliver the power-generation electrical architecture responsible for converting mechanical motion into grid-compatible electricity, focusing on power conversion, protection, cabling, and thermal management for the full-scale tidal system. This involves designing 3-phase AC systems, specifying components, leading system-level integration, and developing detailed electrical documentation.