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Senior Electrical Engineer; Power Electronics

Job in Detroit, Wayne County, Michigan, 48228, USA
Listing for: Brightwing
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-09-01
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineer, Systems Engineer
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 120000 - 180000 USD Yearly USD 120000.00 180000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Senior Electrical Engineer (Power Electronics)

We are seeking an experienced senior engineer to lead the design, development, and validation of next-generation automotive electronic systems. This role is responsible for providing technical leadership across the hardware development lifecycle, from concept through production launch, while mentoring engineering teams and collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in automotive electronics and electrical systems, with demonstrated experience leading the development of high-voltage products and systems used in electric vehicles (EVs), hybrid vehicles, energy storage systems, or related applications. This individual will play a critical role in driving technical excellence, innovation, and product quality within our engineering organization.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead the architecture, design, development, and validation of automotive hardware systems and electronic control units (ECUs).
  • Provide technical leadership and mentorship to hardware engineers throughout the product development process.
  • Drive system-level design decisions while balancing performance, reliability, cost, manufacturability, and safety requirements.
  • Lead design reviews, technical risk assessments, and root cause investigations.
  • Collaborate closely with software, systems, mechanical, manufacturing, quality, and program management teams.
  • Define hardware requirements, specifications, verification plans, and design standards.
  • Support prototype builds, testing, validation, and production launch activities.
  • Ensure compliance with automotive industry standards, safety requirements, and regulatory guidelines.
  • Manage technical interfaces with customers, suppliers, and external engineering partners.
  • Stay current on emerging technologies and industry trends related to electrification, power electronics, and automotive electronic systems.
Preferred High-Voltage Development Experience

Strong preference will be given to candidates with experience developing and launching high-voltage automotive products, including:

  • Battery management systems (BMS)
  • High-voltage power distribution units (PDU)
  • Inverters and converters
  • On-board chargers
  • Electric drive systems
  • Energy storage and battery pack electronics
  • High-voltage sensing and protection circuits
  • Electrified propulsion systems

Candidates with experience designing hardware operating at voltages above 60V DC, and familiarity with high-voltage isolation, safety, and protection requirements, are especially encouraged to apply.

Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related technical field.
  • 8+ years of hardware engineering experience, including technical leadership responsibilities.
  • Proven experience designing automotive electronic hardware products from concept through production.
  • Strong knowledge of analog, digital, mixed-signal, and power electronics design.
  • Experience with schematic capture, PCB design, and design-for-manufacturing practices.
  • Strong understanding of hardware validation, reliability testing, and failure analysis.
  • Experience leading cross-functional engineering efforts and technical decision-making.
  • Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Direct experience in electric vehicle, hybrid vehicle, or high-voltage product development.
  • Knowledge of functional safety standards such as ISO 26262.
  • Familiarity with automotive quality standards including IATF 16949 and APQP processes.
  • Experience with EMC/EMI design and compliance testing.
  • Knowledge of automotive communication protocols such as CAN, LIN, Ethernet, and Flex Ray.
  • Experience with power semiconductor technologies, high-current systems, and battery technologies.
  • Previous experience leading globally distributed engineering teams.
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Position Requirements
10+ Years work experience
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