Join us on this exciting journey to create a more sustainable future
Since 2014, we have grown into a company of highly skilled engineers and future-thinking business minds, to form a cutting-edge EV charging company. Together, we have won significant government grants and investment to take our patented fast charging SDC technology to the next level.
As our company continues to grow rapidly, working at Petalite reflects a uniquely rewarding and exciting opportunity to help us in our mission to accelerate the roll-out of charging infrastructure and transition to net zero. Our latest vacancies can be found below.
Our current vacancies
Job Title: Senior Technician
Salary: Competitive Salary, Private Healthcare & Death in Service.
Location: Birmingham B7 4BA
Introduction to Petalite
Founded in 2014, Petalite is a second-generation electric vehicle (EV) charging company whose mission is to solve the challenges impeding the roll-out of charging infrastructure.
Following years of R&D and seven UK government innovation grants, Petalite has created a revolutionary technology called SDC, which is a game-changer for the DC fast charging by dramatically improving product reliability, lifetime, and power scalability.
Petalite is now on the verge of transforming the EV charging industry, as it finalizes its product development and establishes strategic partnerships, before bringing its solutions to market for the first time in 2024.
With its innovative technology, this reflects an opportunity to join a company uniquely positioned to overcome the problems facing the EV charging industry, helping accelerate the world’s transition to net zero.
Responsibilities:
As Senior Technician you will have an excellent opportunity to work on cutting edge research, leading prototype builds and providing engineering support across Mechanical and Electrical systems.
You will be working within a team of experienced engineers, driving innovation, whilst ensuring the successful execution of business-critical projects.
About the role
- Design, build and test mechanical, electrical and electronic components.
- You will work with test equipment, switchgear and all associated wiring and components for testing, repair and calibration based upon ongoing operational commitments.
- Operate, service, maintain, and calibrate specialist equipment.
- Train and support staff who undertake similar activities and tasks in your areas of expertise.
- Testing and documentation of assemblies and QC.
Key Requirements:
- Have extensive mechanical and electrical practical experience applied to prototyping and pre-production work.
- Safe use of manual power tools and precision measuring devices.
- Able to read electrical and electronic schematics.
- PCB layout, schematics understanding and Electrical connection and processing techniques.
- Knowledge of high-voltage technology is preferred.
- Demonstrated competence / understanding of site safety systems, electrical isolation methods & other company policies.
- Verbal / written communications skills
- Must have accurate troubleshooting/problem solving skills and strong communication and computer skills.
Job Title: Hardware- Technical Specialist
Salary: Competitive Salary, Private Healthcare & Death in Service.
Location: Birmingham B7 4BA
Introduction to Petalite
Founded in 2014, Petalite is a second-generation electric vehicle (EV) charging company whose mission is to solve the challenges impeding the roll-out of charging infrastructure.
Following years of R&D and seven UK government innovation grants, Petalite has created a revolutionary technology called SDC, which is a game-changer for the DC fast charging by dramatically improving product reliability, lifetime, and power scalability.
Petalite is now on the verge of transforming the EV charging industry, as it finalizes its product development and establishes strategic partnerships, before bringing its solutions to market for the first time in 2024.
With its innovative technology, this reflects an opportunity to join a company uniquely positioned to overcome the problems facing the EV charging industry, helping accelerate the world’s transition to net zero.
About the role
As Hardware- Technical Specialist you will play a crucial role in the Product Development team designing and implementing cutting-edge hardware solutions for our revolutionary technology called SDC, which is a game-changer for DC fast charging.
Responsibilities:
- Lead the design and development of electrical and electronic hardware systems, ensuring they meet project specifications, safety standards and regulatory requirements.
- You will work closely with cross-functional teams, mentoring a team of hardware engineers and working with other technical specialists, to ensure designs are optimised from a mechanical and thermal perspective.
- Prepare detailed technical documentation, including specifications, schematics, and design reports, ensuring the documentation is comprehensive, accurate and organised.
- Ensure verification and validation documents meet design requirements.
Key Requirements:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related field.
- Substantial experience in a Senior Engineering role, with a track record of successfully leading electrification projects.
- You will be skilled in appropriate design and analysis software tools that may include Cadence / Altium.
- You will have a passion for innovation and the development of exceptional EV products.
- Be experienced in hardware development, likely to have been gained within an automotive, aerospace or consultancy environment.
- Be experienced of high power and high voltage design.
- High speed design, EMC, analogue, digital and power electronics.
- Experience of working to functional safety IEC 61508 or ISO 26262.
- Knowledge of the safe use of relevant HV test equipment.
- Strong knowledge of legislative requirements.
- Familiarity with relevant industry standards and regulations.
- Exceptional team-leading, problem solving and analytical skills.
- Driven to make a difference.
Job Title: Hardware Team Lead
Salary: Competitive Salary, Private Healthcare & Death in Service.
Location: Birmingham B7 4BA
Introduction to Petalite
Founded in 2014, Petalite is a second-generation electric vehicle (EV) charging company whose mission is to solve the challenges impeding the roll-out of charging infrastructure.
Following years of R&D and seven UK government innovation grants, Petalite has created a revolutionary technology called SDC, which is a game-changer for the DC fast charging by dramatically improving product reliability, lifetime, and power scalability.
Petalite is now on the verge of transforming the EV charging industry, as it finalizes its product development and establishes strategic partnerships, before bringing its solutions to market for the first time in 2024.
With its innovative technology, this reflects an opportunity to join a company uniquely positioned to overcome the problems facing the EV charging industry, helping accelerate the world’s transition to net zero.
About the role
As Hardware Team Lead you will play a crucial role in leading and directing complex electrical and electronics engineering projects. Your expertise will be pivotal in designing, developing, and overseeing the implementation of electrical systems and components. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, mentoring a team of hardware engineers, whilst driving innovation within the EV industry.
This role requires a deep understanding of electrical engineering principles, project management skills and a commitment to delivering high-quality, reliable, and innovative solutions.
Responsibilities:
- Lead the design and development of electrical and electronic hardware systems, ensuring they meet project specifications, safety standards and regulatory requirements.
- Take charge of engineering projects from concept through to production, managing timelines, budgets, and resources effectively.
- Work with other technical specialists to ensure designs are optimised from a mechanical and thermal perspective.
- Prepare detailed technical documentation, including specifications, schematics, and design reports, ensuring the documentation is comprehensive, accurate and organised.
- Ensure verification and validation documents meets design requirements.
- Oversee the creation of prototypes, evaluating the performance, reliability and that safety requirements are met.
- Identify and mitigate potential risks associated with hardware components of each project, developing contingency plans to address unexpected challenges.
- Define the strategy of the electronics team, including onboarding of new hires, defining objectives, identifying skills gaps and appropriate training.
Key Requirements:
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related field.
- Substantial experience in a Senior Engineering role, with a track record of successfully leading electrification projects.
- You will have a passion for innovation and the development of exceptional EV products.
- Be experience in hardware development within an automotive, aerospace or consultancy environment.
- Knowledge of the safe use of relevant HV test equipment.
- Strong knowledge of legislative requirements, high speed design, analogue, power electronics and EMC.
- Experience of working to functional safety IEC 61508 or ISO 26262.
- Familiarity with relevant industry standards and regulations.
- Exceptional team-leading, problem solving and analytical skills.
- Driven to make a difference.
To apply for a role, email your CV and cover letter to careers@petalite.co.uk stating the position you are interested in.
If you don’t see a current live role but think you are a good fit, please email a CV and cover letter outlining the skills and experience you are keen to bring to Petalite.
Why some of our staff love to work at Petalite...
Paul Robson | Technical Specialist Product Development
“With over 20 years engineering experience designing electrified systems across automotive, aerospace and motorsport industries, I can honestly say Petalite is one of the most exciting places I’ve ever worked.
Here you have the power to make an impact, we are overcoming technical obstacles and innovating at pace. It’s a creative and inventive environment where we are challenging known technology – so every day is energising.”
Lizzie Ingram | Brand and Design Strategist
“I have been with Petalite since early 2021 when we first began to build the business team. There was no doubt that Petalite was firmly in the right place at the right time to bring something new to the EV charging market. I spent my first months purely learning about our game-changing technology from our engineers, as well as the technology already deployed in the market globally.
I feel honoured to have been part of Petalite’s journey from its early R&D and start-up days. I’m really looking forward to seeing what happens next as we scale-up and commercialise.”
Faizan Mahmood | Engineering Technician
“Petalite has given me a great opportunity to develop my career as an engineer. As a young person who had left college, I enrolled on the UK government’s Kickstarter programme and was offered an opportunity at Petalite. One of my proudest moments was the opportunity to work on the first prototype DC charger with the experienced engineers I could learn from.
When my Kickstarter contract finished, I was offered a full-time, permanent position and the opportunity to continue training. I am now an Engineering Technician and support the engineering team by managing and setting up test equipment, operating out industrial 3D printers to create prototypes of our AC and DC chargers.”