Power electronics engineer

Role overview Design and validate power conversion hardware, including inverters and DC-DC converters. The work covers component selection, circuit and magnetic design, simulation, testing, and integration with other engineering disciplines; the position also provides technical guidance to junior engineers and external vendors.

Responsibilities - Develop efficient power electronics systems, including inverters and DC-DC converters. - Select and specify power MOSFETs, IGBTs, and driver circuits for the intended applications. - Simulate designs and use results to validate performance. - Design and optimize transformers and inductors. - Advise on control algorithms for power electronics. - Test and debug hardware, coordinate integration with hardware, software, and mechanical teams, and mentor junior engineers and vendors.

Requirements - Bachelor’s degree or higher in electrical engineering, power electronics, or a related field. - At least five years of hands-on power electronics design experience. - Demonstrated expertise in inverter design and DC-DC converter topologies. - Extensive experience with power MOSFETs, IGBTs, and driver circuits. - Proficiency with SPICE, MATLAB/Simulink, PLECS, or equivalent simulation tools. - Strong grounding in magnetic component design, PCB layout, and EMI/EMC considerations. - Knowledge of applicable safety and regulatory standards.

Benefits and work setup - Full-time position based in Fremont, California; remote work may be considered. - Medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k), stock options, and company events are listed.