Senior Power Electronics Design Engineer

Overview

Design, simulate, test high-power electronics and converters for UPS/ESS systems.

Key Responsibilities

• control design
• hil testing
• power modules
• simulation modeling
• converter design
• pcba development

Tasks

-Root Cause Analysis: Diagnose and resolve technical issues in power electronics systems using simulation and analytical techniques to identify and implement effective solutions. -Advanced Control Design: Engineer advanced control strategies for multilevel inverters targeting high-performance applications, including large-scale UPS and Energy Storage Systems (ESS). -HIL Testing: Conduct Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) testing using real-time simulation platforms such as OPAL-RT and Typhoon HIL to ensure seamless integration and system validation. -Power Module Engineering: Evaluate, design, and characterize IGBT-based power modules, optimizing for efficiency, reliability, and thermal performance. -High-Power Test Execution: Develop and carry out detailed test plans for high-capacity UPS systems (~3 MVA), covering functional, performance, reliability, and safety verification in compliance with regulatory standards. -Simulation Modeling: Develop and implement simulation models using MATLAB/Simulink, PSpice, PSCAD, PSIM, and other relevant tools to accurately represent power electronic systems and components. -Converter Design: Design and analyze a broad range of converter topologies (AC/AC, AC/DC, DC/AC, DC/DC), including their controllers and modulation strategies, filters, gate drivers, etc. -Innovation & Continuous Learning: Stay current with emerging trends in power electronics and simulation technologies. Integrate innovative techniques to enhance product performance and reliability. -Standards Compliance: Ensure all design and development efforts adhere to applicable industry standards such as UL1778, UL60950, UL1008, IEC 62040, FCC Part 15, and so on. -PCBA Development: Design and optimize printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs) using Altium Designer, ensuring reliable and high-efficiency circuit performance. -Documentation & Reporting: Generate clear, detailed technical reports and presentations to communicate modeling methodologies, test outcomes, and key insights to internal and external stakeholders.

Requirements

• matlab
• pspice
• comsol
• eplan
• ee degree
• 7+ years

What You Bring

-Analytical skills to interpret simulation outcomes and translate them into actionable designs. -Proficiency with MATLAB/Simulink, PSpice, PSCAD, PSIM, and equivalent simulation tools. -Solid understanding of hardware design fundamentals and collaborative cross-functional development. -Experience with design optimization, including thermal analysis, reliability engineering, and cost-performance trade-offs. -Strong expertise in modeling and simulation of power converters and inverters across a range of applications. -Hands-on experience with magnetic component design (transformers, inductors, chokes, filters, etc.). -Familiarity with battery management systems (BMS), energy storage solutions, and renewable energy technologies. -Experience with communication protocols relevant to power system integration. -Ability to work both independently and within multi-disciplinary teams. -At least 7 years of industrial experience in power electronics design and simulation. -In-depth knowledge of high-power systems such as converters, UPS, STS, ESS, and their control architectures. -Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics, or a related field (Master’s or Ph.D. preferred). -Excellent verbal and written communication skills. -Proficiency in creating and maintaining schematics using EPLAN Electric. -Familiarity with digital control methods, microcontroller systems, and embedded firmware development. -Hands-on experience with COMSOL for multiphysics simulation, including thermal and electromagnetic modeling.

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