Power Electronics Engineer

CEA Technologies; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Six weeks annual leave

Superannuation 14%

Free car parking

Paid parental leave

Employee wellbeing programs

Health insurance access for defence

Novated leasing salary packaging

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

CEA Technologies in Melbourne seeks a Level 2 Power Electronics Engineer to join the Power Electronics Engineering Design Team. You will design, measure, document and research across the power electronics domain within a multidisciplinary team.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical/Electronics and 3–8 years' experience, with hands-on work on >5kW equipment, and strong QA knowledge. ITAR compliance and clearances apply.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical/Electronics) or higher with 3–8 years in power electronic circuit or electrical system design.
• Well-developed power electronics competence and hands-on experience >5kW.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed power electronics circuit and system design with minimal supervision.
• Select and source components.
• Involve in PCB CAD.
• Plan and execute testing from prototype to system level.
• Work with RF, Hardware, Software and Mechanical teams.
• Provide production support and document designs.

Skills

Power electronics

PCB CAD

Testing

Component sourcing

Documentation

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical/Electronics)

Tools

Soldering

Test equipment

Job description

CEA is an Australian Commonwealth company that designs, develops, manufactures and sustains advanced active phased array radar systems. The company’s design principles and commitment to investment in research and development ensures innovative thinking, technological skill, and quality fabrication.

Our programs include the ANZAC and Hunter Class frigates and air defence applications for Army and Air Force, and Range applications. Through our longstanding and ongoing collaboration with Defence, CEA Technologies has undertaken research and development into all aspects of active electronically scanned array technologies. This has resulted in the creation of a highly modular and scalable product suite, which have become integral to a wide range of critical Defence capabilities.

The Position

We’re looking for a Level 2 Power Electronics Engineer to join our growing Power Electronics Engineering Design Team in Melbourne. You will be responsible for design, measurement, documentation and research tasks across the power electronics domain, working within a multi-disciplinary specialist design team.

Key Responsibilities

• Performing detailed power electronics circuit and/or system design with minimal supervision.
• Selection and sourcing of components.
• Involvement in the CAD of PCBs.
• Planning and carrying out testing, from prototype to complete system level.
• Working on R&D projects without well-defined specifications.
• Documentation of designs and procedures.
• Working closely with the RF, Hardware, Software and Mechanical Engineering teams.
• Providing support to the production team.
• Some project/ task specific research, analysis and report writing.
• Internal technical presentations.

• Six weeks of paid annual leave per year
• Superannuation of 14.0%
• Free car parking
• Paid parental, compassionate, defence reserve & voluntary emergency services leave
• Employee assistance and wellbeing programs
• Access to health insurance for the defence community, partners and families
• Salary packaging for novated leasing
• Opportunities for professional growth and development

Our Ideal Candidate

• Tertiary qualifications of a Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical/Electronics) or higher with a minimum of 3 years (up to 8 years) experience in power electronic circuit and/or electrical system design.
• Well-developed technical competence in power electronics.
• Experience with hands-on power electronics working on equipment above 5kW.
• Experience in design of power electronics analogue and digital control systems.
• Strong knowledge of Quality Assurance processes.
• Thorough understanding of fundamental power electronics theory.
• Ability to analyse and solve problems logically and proactively.
• An inquiring mind and a commitment to continued learning.
• Ability to work closely within a team.
• Ability to work to tight deadlines.
• Ability to produce an end product requiring minimal rework.
• Familiarity with test equipment and measurement techniques.
• Good practical skills including soldering.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.

Eligible to obtain and maintain an AGSVA clearance – Negative Vetting 1.

ITAR – This position requires employees to access equipment and data that is subject to U.S International Traffic and Arms Regulation (ITAR). As such, applicants must disclose the following information at the time of application.

• Place of Birth
• Countries of current or past citizenship (including any dual citizenship or nationality) and residence,
• Countries of issue for current and past passports and
• Other information related to their nationality for security and ITAR compliance purposes.

To find out more about our Citizenship and Nationality requirements, please visit www.cea.com.au

Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at CEA

CEA is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strive to create a culture where all employees are respected and empowered to contribute positively to our organisation, regardless of their cultural background, age, gender identity, neurodiversity, disability, family and carer commitments, religion or sexuality.

We welcome applications from veterans, those returning from a career break, people with disabilities and those who identify as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander.

For information on Equal Employment Opportunity & Privacy or Security & Citizenship requirements please visit www.cea.com.au/opportunities-at-cea

Should you require any adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please let us know. You can also email ***********@cea.com.au for a confidential discussion.