Current Opportunities with Invertek Drives

As a fast growing global organisation, Invertek Drives is dedicated to developing cutting edge technologies for integration into future generations of our world – our renowned Optidrive product range.

Based at our Welshpool Head Office, Invertek Drives are seeking to appoint a range of design engineers and technicians to work as part of a highly motivated and progressive Innovation team to help develop the next generation range of products. Ideal candidates should have a background in Electrical and Electronic Engineering with experience and knowledge of AC variable speed drives.

Working as members of the Innovation team, roles for individuals with the following skills are available:

• Design, simulation and test of electronic and/or power electronics circuits
• Working with other team members to optimise mechanical designs and ensure compliance with relevant standards
• Embedded software development for drives applications
• Ethernet-based communications software and hardware development
• PC software and Smartphone App development
• Development of product Test and Verification Systems
• Test and verification of products
• Good team working skills are essential

Invertek is committed to working with the best people possible and as such is offering a competitive salary and benefits package, commensurate with experience.

As a fast growing global organisation, Invertek Drives is dedicated to developing cutting edge technologies for integration into future generations of our world – our renowned Optidrive product range.

Based at our Welshpool Head Office, Invertek Drives are seeking to appoint a range of design engineers and technicians to work as part of a highly motivated and progressive Innovation team to help develop the next generation range of products. Ideal candidates should have a background in Electrical and Electronic Engineering with experience and knowledge of AC variable speed drives.

Key Responsibilities will include:

• Maintain cross platform (Windows, iOS, Android etc) applications through various stages of their lifecycle
• Develop a strong understanding of the systems we use and learn new technologies to help advance our applications
• Help define architecture, design patterns and frameworks to improve how we build applications

Essential Requirements:

• A degree in Computer Science or equivalent
• Strong .NET / C# skills
• Experience with V-Cycle and Agile Development methodologies
• Experience with version control software
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Strong debugging skills
• Good communication and teamworking skills

Advantage to have:

• Experience working with WPF, XAML and the MVVM pattern
• Experience with Xamarin forms and/or .Net MAUI
• Familiarity with Serial, Ethernet, and Bluetooth communications

Invertek is committed to working with the best people possible and as such is offering a competitive salary and benefits package, commensurate with experience.

As a fast-growing global organisation, Invertek Drives is dedicated to developing cutting edge technologies for integration into future generations of our world – renowned Optidrive product range.

Based at our Welshpool Head Office, Invertek Drives are seeking to appoint an Embedded C Development Engineer, working as part of the Innovation team the role will include, but not limited to:

Key Responsibilities will include:

• Development of Embedded Industrial communication interface modules; concentrating on software development, test, and certification
• Help define hardware and firmware architecture
• Maintain products through various stages of their lifecycle
• Develop a strong understanding of the systems we use and learn new technologies to help advance our applications

Essential Requirements:

• A degree in relevant Software or Electronics discipline
• Strong Embedded C Programming skills (MISRA, Secure coding practices etc)
• Experience with V-Cycle and Agile Development methodologies
• Experience with version control software
• Good communication and teamworking skills

Advantage to have:

• Familiarity with C# programming for development of support and test tools
• Familiarity with Serial communication protocols (Modbus RTU), USB and Bluetooth
• Familiarity with Industrial Communication Protocols (EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, EtherCAT etc)
• Familiarity with PLC programming (CoDeSys, Rockwell, Siemens)

Invertek is committed to working with the best people possible and as such is offering a competitive salary and benefits package, commensurate with experience.

As a fast-growing global organisation, Invertek Drives is dedicated to developing cutting edge technologies for integration into future generations of our world – renowned Optidrive product range.

Based at our Welshpool Head Office, Invertek Drives are seeking to appoint an Innovation Technician, reporting to the Product Integrity Manager your role will include, but not limited to:

• Drive type testing to validate new designs
• Producing detailed reports
• Building prototype and NPI PCBs, drives and assemblies

The ideal candidate will have:

• A background in Electrical and Electronic Engineering with experience and knowledge of AC Drives
• Ideally qualified BTEC (or higher), undergoing qualification in Electronic Engineering or the prerequisites to do so
• Good IT skills: Excel and word are essential
• Good organisation skills with high attention to detail
• Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team

This is a fantastic opportunity for the successful candidate to learn and gain experience working closely with the Design team.

Invertek is committed to working with the best people possible and as such is offering a competitive salary and benefits package, commensurate with experience.

Launch your career with Invertek Drives

Full Time

Ready to power up your future? Invertek Drives, a global leader in variable frequency drive technology, is seeking ambitious graduates to join our dynamic team.

Why Invertek Drives?

Innovative Technology

Our Optidrive VFDs are revolutionising industries, driving energy efficiency and reducing emissions worldwide. Be part of a company shaping a sustainable future, with operations spanning the globe. We're expanding rapidly, with a new Innovation Centre on the horizon having just completed the expansion of our global manufacturing and distribution facility.

Supportive Culture

Benefit from a comprehensive training programme, mentoring, and opportunities for career advancement within Invertek Drives and the Sumitomo Heavy Industries group globally.

Diverse Opportunities

Launch your career in one of these exciting areas:

• Electrical Engineering
• Manufacturing Engineering
• Finance/Accounts
• Sales and Marketing
• Software Development
• Product Design Engineering
• CAD
• And more...

Graduate Trainee Programme

Our two year rotational programme offers hands-on experience across a range of departments, including Manufacturing, Logistics, Quality Control, Service, Sales, Marketing, Engineering, Technical, and Innovation. You'll gain a broad understanding of our business, work alongside industry experts, and develop the skills to excel in your chosen field.

Ideal Candidate:

• Recent graduate with a good degree in a relevant discipline.
• Passionate about technology and innovation.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Driven to learn and grow.
• Team player with the ability to work independently.
• Confident and proactive.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Career development opportunities within Invertek and the SHI group
• Comprehensive training and qualifications
• Potential for global travel
• Dedicated mentoring programme

A vacancy exists to join our manufacturing engineering team in Welshpool, Powys providing state-of-the-art manufacturing equipment and processes used in the production of microcontroller-based power electronics products.

The role offers exciting project-based work in software and hardware design for automated test and inspection machines, robotics, artificial intelligence, new product introduction and production process design.

The ideal candidate will have:

• HNC or Degree in an engineering or technology discipline.
• Significant experience of technical aspects of electronics products.
• Experience in software programming and CAD packages, ideally:
  • NI Labview
  • Solidworks
  • Allen Bradley PLC’s
• Collaborating with our Innovation team during product development, you will define and implement the test strategy for functional and compliance requirements.
• Test Equipment electrical and mechanical design and machine safety experience.
• Able to work alone or as part of a team.
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Smart appearance & polite manner.

Invertek is committed to working with the best people possible and as such is offering competitive salary commensurate with experience.