Senior Power Electronics Engineer

The Impact You’ll Make

1AP is looking for a Senior Power Electronics Engineer to lead the design and development of advanced power conversion systems from concept to production The ideal candidate will have a strong background in power conversion topologies, digital control implementation, and product development, along with a proven ability to drive projects from initial design through validation and deployment. This is an opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment where innovation and problem-solving are at the core of what we do.

Key Responsibilities

Lead power electronics design in support of new product development.
Work effectively with cross-functional teams to resolve early (architectural) and late (lab, test & validation) challenges on fast timelines.
Design and implement control algorithms for DC/DC, AC/DC and DC/AC conversion circuitry
Develop off-line and on-line simulation models used for early algorithm validation
Collaborate with firmware engineers for control algorithm implementation
Collaborate with other engineers for control and hardware validation on hardware prototypes
Some travel is expected.
Other duties as needed.

The Skills You Bring

Master of Science (MS) degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university.
Minimum of 7 years of work experience in power electronics design, analysis, test, and troubleshooting.
Minimum of 3 years of industry work experience as power electronics technical lead.
Experience in power topologies such as LLC, DAB, multi-level converters including PFC (single phase and three phase) and associated soft switching techniques.
Experience in modelling power converter designs using simulation tools such as PSIM, Matlab and Spice.
Experience in implementing digital control designs in microcontrollers, DSPs and/or FPGAs.
Strong experience in advanced modulation strategies used for loss minimization, including those for soft-switching (ZVS/ZCS).
Strong experience in feedback loop controllers’ design and their stability and performance optimization.
Experience in planning and implementing HW and FW verification during product development, to ensure the design meets specifications and requirements.
Expertise in power circuit analysis, such as worst-case circuit analysis, failure method effectiveness and criticality, and reliability.
Extensive hands-on experience with lab instruments such as oscilloscopes, RLC analyzers, impedance analyzers, spectrum analyzers, electronic (AC/DC) loads, and signal/power generators.
Ability to analyze and optimize circuits and designs for cost.
Demonstrated self-starter with the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced global design and manufacturing environment.
Demonstrated the ability to transition from theoretical to implementation-based thinking.
Experience studying emerging technologies and applying them in innovative ways.
Very strong analytical skills and detail-oriented.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills to work in a fast paced environment.

Nice to Have

PhD in power electronics.
Extensive industry experience designing successful power electronics products from concept through schematic, layout, manufacturing, test, and deployment as project leader.
Experience in renewable product development
Experience with full product development process including EMI/EMC testing, certification processes, failure analysis, etc.
Experience working with x-functional teams: mechanical, software, and test.
Knowledge of industry standards such as UL 1741, IEEE 1547 and NEC code for renewable energy is a plus.

Benefits and Perks

Competitive Compensation Package

Health Insurance: We offer 100% coverage of employee premiums under a Gold-level PPO plan. Dental & Vision Insurance: 50% of employee premiums are covered.

Retirement Plan: A 401(k) plan with a 6% employer match.

Additional Information

Minimum salary of $170,000 to maximum salary of $300,000 + equity + benefits.

The range provided is 1AP’s reasonable estimate of the base compensation for this role. The actual amount will be based on job-related and non-discriminatory factors such as location, experience, training, skills, and abilities. Consult with your Recruiter during the initial call to determine a more targeted range based on these job-related factors.