Principal Engr Power Electronics GaN Charger LI-ion UPS Product Firm

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated engineer in Power Electronics to spearhead the design and development of advanced GaN-based chargers and Li-Ion UPS systems. This role involves leading a team of talented engineers, driving innovation, and ensuring successful project delivery. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in power electronics design, focusing on GaN technology and advanced charger topologies, and must be hands-on with design, testing, and troubleshooting activities.

Key Responsibilities

1. Technical Leadership:

• Lead the design and development of GaN-based chargers and Li-Ion UPS systems.
• Provide technical direction and mentorship to a team of engineers.
• Ensure adherence to industry standards and best practices in power electronics design.

2. Design & Development:

• Architect and design advanced charger topologies, including resonant and soft-switching converters.
• Oversee schematic design, PCB layout, and thermal management for high-power density systems.
• Conduct simulations and analyses to validate designs, including circuit-level, thermal, and EMI modeling.
• Be actively involved in hands-on design, prototyping, testing, and troubleshooting of power electronics circuits and systems.

3. Collaboration with Industry Leaders:

• Work closely with technology providers like TI, Infineon, and Navitas to integrate the latest GaN and SiC technologies.
• Stay updated on advancements in power electronics and incorporate them into product designs.

4. Innovation & Problem-Solving:

• Drive innovation by developing proprietary designs for high-frequency and high-efficiency chargers.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex design and manufacturing issues, focusing on EMI/EMC challenges and thermal management.

5. Project Management:

• Plan and manage project timelines, budgets, and resources to ensure timely delivery of high-quality products.
• Coordinate with stakeholders, suppliers, and customers to meet project requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics, or a related field.
• 8 to 12 years of hands-on experience in power electronics design, focusing on GaN-based chargers and advanced charger topologies.
• Proven expertise in high-efficiency AC-DC and DC-DC converter design, including resonant converters and LLC topologies.
• Proficiency in simulation tools (e.g., PSpice, LTspice, MATLAB/Simulink) and design software Altium
• Strong understanding of wide-bandgap semiconductors (GaN, SiC) and their applications in power electronics.
• Extensive experience in EMI/EMC compliance, thermal management, and power density optimization.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills to interact with cross-functional teams and external partners.
• Must be hands-on with all aspects of power electronics design, testing, and debugging.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in designing GaN-based products for industrial or consumer applications. - Hands on experience in using Altium
• Familiarity with global standards and certifications (e.g., UL, CE).
• Experience in thermal simulations and reliability testing of GaN-based systems.