Sr. Test Engineer - Power Conversion

Overview

Validate and certify power conversion products via compliance testing

Key Responsibilities

• test fixtures
• test reports
• troubleshooting
• hardware setup
• test planning
• instrument operation

Tasks

-Build, calibrate, and modify test fixtures as required. -Create detailed test reports and documentation; interface with internal certification team and with NRTLs (e.g., UL, Intertek, CSA, TUV). -Troubleshoot test issues in collaboration with design, quality, and compliance teams. -Set up and configure test hardware and firmware; execute and post-process tests; submit results to certification bodies. -Provide technical inputs for test effort estimates, site needs, and standard applicability. -Write test plans based on Compliance Product Design Requirements (CPDR) summarizing grid and/or safety compliance needs. -Maintain safe lab practices and drive improvements in test efficiency and accuracy. -Read and apply standards (e.g., UL 1741, IEEE 1547, IEC 62109, IEC 61000 Series) to develop engineering and pre-compliance test plans. -Operate and maintain test instruments such as oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, surge generators, load banks, grid simulators, and environmental chambers. -Perform tests including fault response, electrical safety, leakage current, dielectric withstand, temperature, pressure, mechanical safety, environmental exposure, EMC, functional safety, and abnormal conditions.

Requirements

• electrical engineering
• 8+ years
• ul 1741
• compliance testing
• automation
• grid codes

What You Bring

-Bachelor’s in electrical/Electronic Engineering or equivalent hands-on experience. -High attention to detail with ability to interpret and apply complex standards. -Skilled in lab equipment operation, testing, troubleshooting, and data reporting. -8+ years performing compliance testing for power electronics or grid-interactive inverters. -Demonstrated ability to execute and complete product certifications. -Strong communication and documentation skills. -Knowledge of international compliance and grid codes -In-depth knowledge of grid interaction and support codes. -Practical experience with grid-interactive and grid-support standards. -Proven hands-on experience with UL 1741, IEEE 1547, IEC 62109 compliance testing. -Familiarity with compliance automation and scripting -Experience with energy storage systems, solar inverters, or grid-tied power products.

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