Sr. Power Electronics Engineer
in Los Angeles County

Responsibilities

• Power electronics hardware analysis, design, build, debug and test for new product developments
• Discrete hardware development including schematic capture, PCB layout, components selection, packaging design and documentation.
• Validate and customize existing design for present and future product requirements
• Implement safety agency requirements and manage approval process
• Manage manufacturing transfer process
• Customer training and field service support, as needed
• Develop and document test set-up and procedures
• Complete and present the product design review material to the customer
• Support motor control test and parameter tuning

Desired Skills and Experience

• MSEE having 10 years of industrial experience with a minimum of 5 years in Power Electronics and motion control field; PhD preferred
• Power electronics, switch mode conversion and controls design experience essential
• In-depth understanding of digital, analog and power electronic circuits and components and their functionality
• In-depth understanding and implementation of motion control hardware and control
• Ability to use and set up test equipment such as Oscilloscopes, Data loggers/analyzers, Software development tools, etc.
• Familiarity with safety requirements for high power applications
• Excellent problem solving and troubleshooting skills
• Strong background of Power Electronics system assembly/packaging techniques
• Experience with motion control algorithms for PM motors and ability to conduct Matlab Simulink analyses is a plus

Work Environment / Physical Demands

• Most time to be spent in an office environment or on-site Power Electronics lab
• Personal protective equipment may be required in designated areas
• Minimal travel may be required to support products in the field