Power Electronics Engineer

Power Electronics Engineer

We are seeking a Hardware Power Electronics Engineer to join our development team and help expand our product portfolio in solar, energy storage, EV charging, and test applications. The ideal candidate brings a strong skills in IGBT, Silicon Carbide (SiC) MOSFET, and Gallium Nitride (GaN) power conversion design, and enjoys leading innovative hardware projects from concept through productization in a collaborative, customer-focused environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop next-generation power electronics solutions for solar, energy storage, EV charging, and test applications using SiC and GaN MOSFET technologies.
• Design and implement high-frequency bidirectional DC-DC converters, AC-DC grid-tie inverters, and resonant converter topologies.
• Lead the full development lifecycle from initial concept and architecture through detailed design, prototyping, validation, and productization.
• Create and refine innovative digital control algorithms to optimize performance, efficiency, and reliability of power converter systems.
• Design advanced magnetics, including high-frequency inductors and transformers, to meet demanding electrical and thermal requirements.
• Collaborate closely with PCB layout designers to realize high-density, high-voltage power designs with careful attention to EMI/EMC and thermal performance.
• Work closely with mechanical designers to develop complete product designs, including sheet metal, heat sinks, bus bars, and other mechanical components.
• Drive UL and CE compliance activities for various products, ensuring adherence to relevant safety and performance standards.
• Lead EMC compliance efforts, including design strategies and testing to meet regulatory and customer requirements.
• Maintain a strong focus on customer satisfaction and incorporate customer feedback into design decisions and product improvements.
• Support project teams in achieving budget and schedule targets by providing accurate technical input and disciplined execution.
• Foster open communication and effective collaboration across technical and business functions, including sales, operations, and quality.
• Contribute to a culture of continuous learning, standardization, and high-quality design with a strong emphasis on manufacturability.
• Ensure adherence to all safety rules, work regulations, and departmental housekeeping standards in the engineering environment.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Strong in power electronics design, including converters and related hardware.
• Solid understanding of basic physics and electronics fundamentals.
• Strong knowledge of high-frequency power stages, filtering, circuit protection, thermal management, and EMI/EMC considerations.
• Proficiency with Matlab, Simulink, and Sim Power Systems for modeling, simulation, and analysis of power electronic systems.
• Demonstrated experience with product development processes, from concept through validation and release.
• Minimum 4 years of related experience in power electronics and control systems design.
• Excellent oral, written, and listening communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently, take ownership of assignments, and consistently meet deadlines.
• Strong process orientation and discipline, with demonstrated use of structured problem-solving tools such as 5-Why Analysis, 8D methodologies, and six sigma approaches.
• Demonstrated commitment to customer service and teamwork in a technical environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Master's degree in power electronics is highly desirable.
• More than 5 years of industry experience in power converter development as a new product development (NPD) or research and development (R&D) engineer.
• At least 5 years of experience in design, testing, and debugging of DC-DC or three-phase AC-DC converters with voltage ranges of approximately 400–900 V and power levels above 2 kW.
• Experience in the design and selection of power semiconductor devices, cooling mechanisms, passive components,…