Lead Power Electronics Engineer

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead Power Electronics Engineer to drive the design, development, and optimization of cutting-edge power electronics solutions for our innovative product range.

What You Will Do

• Lead the entire power electronics development lifecycle, from concept and specification through design, simulation, prototyping, testing, and mass production support.
• Architect and design power conversion systems (e.g., AC/DC, DC/DC, inverters) for various applications, focusing on efficiency, power density, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.
• Conduct detailed circuit analysis, component selection, and worst-case analysis to ensure robust and compliant designs.
• Perform power loss calculations, thermal analysis, and implement appropriate cooling solutions.
• Develop and execute comprehensive test plans for power electronics hardware, including functional, performance, reliability, and compliance testing.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including mechanical, firmware, and industrial design engineers to integrate power electronics into overall product architecture.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior power electronics engineers.
• Stay abreast of emerging power electronics technologies, industry trends, and regulatory requirements.
• Manage project timelines, resources, and deliverables for power electronics initiatives.
• Identify and mitigate technical risks throughout the development process.

What You Will Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in power electronics design and development, with at least 3 years in a leadership or senior engineering role.
• Proven expertise in designing and developing various power converter topologies (e.g., flyback, buck, boost, LLC, resonant converters, PFC).
• Strong understanding of power semiconductor devices (e.g., MOSFETs, IGBTs, GaN, SiC), their characteristics, and application.
• Proficiency in power electronics simulation tools (e.g., SPICE, PSIM, PLECS, MATLAB/Simulink).
• Hands-on experience with PCB design tools (e.g., Altium Designer, Eagle, KiCad)
• Demonstrated ability to perform detailed thermal management and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) design considerations.
• Experience with regulatory compliance standards for power electronics (e.g., UL, CE, CCC).
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a strong analytical mindset.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to lead and collaborate within a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience in consumer electronics or high-volume manufacturing environments is a plus.