Senior Power Electronics Controls Engineer

7 Months ago • 2 Years +
Research Development

Job Description

This role involves designing, implementing, and validating control algorithms for power electronics systems used in energy storage and automotive applications. Responsibilities include developing embedded software (primarily in C) for real-time control in AC/DC and DC/DC converters, modeling and simulating power converter dynamics using MATLAB/Simulink and HiL systems, and conducting hands-on testing and validation. Collaboration with cross-functional teams is crucial, as is providing manufacturing support and assisting with product deployment by tracking fleet performance and providing firmware updates. The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in control theory and power electronics.
Good To Have:
  • Familiarity with safety and compliance standards
Must Have:
  • Embedded systems development experience
  • Proficiency in C programming
  • Knowledge of power electronics
  • Control system design and simulation
  • Hardware testing and validation

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What to Expect
As a Power Electronics Controls Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in developing advanced control algorithms for power converters used in energy storage and automotive products. You will be responsible for designing, testing, and validating control solutions for AC/DC and DC/DC power conversion systems, collaborating closely with hardware, firmware, and deployment teams. This is an opportunity to work at the forefront of power electronics technology, contributing to the global transition to sustainable energy solutions. 
What You’ll Do
  • Design, implement, and validate control algorithms for power electronics systems, ensuring high performance and efficiency across a range of energy and automotive products. 

  • Develop embedded software and firmware, primarily in C, for real-time control applications in AC/DC and DC/DC power converters. 

  • Model and simulate power converter dynamics to optimize control strategies using tools like MATLAB/Simulink and hardware-in-the-loop (HiL) systems. 

  • Perform hands-on testing, validation, and troubleshooting of control algorithms on hardware platforms. 

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define system requirements, select microcontrollers, and integrate control algorithms into firmware frameworks. 

  • Support manufacturing by developing test firmware and providing technical support for product assembly at both internal and external facilities. 

  • Assist product deployment teams by tracking fleet performance, diagnosing behavioral issues, and providing firmware updates to enhance product features and reliability. 

What You’ll Bring
  • Bachelor’s or higher degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field with a strong foundation in control theory and power electronics. 

  • At least 2 years of experience in embedded systems development with real-time control applications, particularly in power electronics. 

  • Proficiency in C programming and experience with microcontroller peripherals (ADC, DAC, PWM) and communication protocols (SPI, I2C, CAN). 

  • Strong knowledge of dynamic modeling and simulation for control system design. 

  • Hands-on experience with hardware testing, troubleshooting, and validation. 

  • Familiarity with safety and compliance standards for grid-connected power electronics is a plus. 

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