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Principal Engineer – Power Electronics

Job in Huntington, Cabell County, West Virginia, 25777, USA
Listing for: Saur Energy International
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-08-14
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineer, Systems Engineer
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 150000 - 210000 USD Yearly USD 150000.00 210000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
  • Lead the architecture, design, and development of power electronic converters and subsystems such as inverters, rectifiers, DC-DC converters, and grid-connected systems.
  • Define and review system-level and component-level design requirements for power electronics products.
  • Drive technical decisions related to topology selection, semiconductor devices, magnetics, thermal design, protection concepts, and control strategies.
  • Provide expert guidance in simulation, design optimization, and performance improvement of power converter systems.
Technical Leadership
  • Lead the architecture, design, and development of power electronic converters and subsystems such as inverters, rectifiers, DC-DC converters, and grid-connected systems.
  • Define and review system-level and component-level design requirements for power electronics products.
  • Drive technical decisions related to topology selection, semiconductor devices, magnetics, thermal design, protection concepts, and control strategies.
  • Provide expert guidance in simulation, design optimization, and performance improvement of power converter systems.

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Design & Development
  • Develop and validate power electronics designs using simulation and modeling tools such as MATLAB/Simulink, PLECS, PSIM, or equivalent.
  • Support schematic design, component selection, PCB/interface definition, and hardware integration.
  • Lead control algorithm development for converter performance, efficiency, stability, and grid compliance.
  • Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams for system integration, firmware, mechanical, thermal, and testing activities.

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Testing & Validation
  • Define test strategies and review verification and validation plans for power electronic products.
  • Support hardware bring-up, debugging, root cause analysis, and issue resolution during development and testing phases.
  • Guide HIL, lab, and full-system testing activities to ensure product performance, reliability, and compliance.
  • Analyze failures and field issues, and drive corrective and preventive actions.
Innovation & Continuous Improvement
  • Identify and drive innovation opportunities in converter technology, control methods, efficiency improvement, and cost optimization.
  • Contribute to technology roadmaps and next-generation product platforms.
  • Promote engineering best practices, design standardization, and reuse across projects.
  • Participate in technical reviews, patent disclosures, and knowledge-sharing initiatives.

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Mentoring & Collaboration
  • Mentor and coach engineers within the power electronics team.
  • Support skill development and technical growth of team members.
  • Work with global engineering teams, product management, manufacturing, sourcing, and quality teams to ensure successful product delivery.
  • Act as a technical focal point for complex engineering discussions with internal and external stakeholders

Your Background

  • Master’s or PhD in Power Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related field.
  • 15+ years of relevant experience in power electronics design and development.
  • Strong expertise in power converter topologies, switching devices, modulation techniques, and digital control of converters.
  • Hands-on experience with simulation and modeling tools such as PSCAD, MATLAB/Simulink, PLECS, PSIM, or equivalent.
  • Strong understanding of electrical system design, thermal behavior, EMI/EMC, protection schemes, and reliability aspects.
  • Understanding of control theory for Power Electronics applications
  • Experience with specification, selection and qualification of power devices, and passive components like DC capacitors and filter components
  • Experience with working with laboratory equipment and converter prototyping and testing
  • Good understanding of industry standards and compliance requirements applicable to power electronic products.
  • Proven ability to solve complex technical problems and drive solutions independently.
  • Strong communication, collaboration, and technical leadership skills. Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience in grid-connected converters, renewable energy systems, energy storage systems, drives, or industrial power conversion applications.
  • Familiarity with HIL systems, real-time simulation, and controller validation.
  • Experience working with embedded control systems, firmware teams, and system integration activities.
  • Exposure to product development in a global R&D environment.
  • Knowledge of safety, cybersecurity, and regulatory requirements for industrial products is an advantage.
  • Track record of innovation, patents, or technical publications is a plus.
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