Senior Power Electronics Engineer

Moment Energy Inc.; Coquitlam; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at a cutting-edge cleantech startup focused on revolutionizing energy storage solutions. As a Senior Power Electronics Engineer, you will play a crucial role in designing and developing innovative systems that utilize repurposed electric vehicle batteries. Your expertise will help ensure the highest standards of performance, reliability, and safety in our battery energy storage systems. This role offers the opportunity to make a positive impact on the environment while working in a collaborative and inclusive culture. If you are passionate about clean energy and ready to tackle exciting challenges, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

3 weeks paid vacation

1 week off between Christmas and New Year's

Extended health, dental, and vision benefits

RRSP matching

Regular company socials and events

Weekly fitness and yoga

Free electric vehicle charging

Open and collaborative company culture

Qualifications

• 10+ years in power electronics design for energy applications.
• Strong knowledge of EMC/EMI compliance and PCB design.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop power electronic systems for BESS.
• Conduct testing and validation of power electronic systems.

Skills

Power Electronics Design

Circuit Analysis

Control Algorithms

Problem-Solving

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering

Tools

LTSpice

MATLAB/Simulink

PLECS

PSIM

Altium

Cadence

Job description

Engineering Full Time Coquitlam, BC $100,000 - $150,000 CAD per year

Job Location: In-person at #103 - 7 Burbidge St, Coquitlam, BC

Want to make a positive impact on the world?

The Opportunity

We're looking for an experienced and driven Senior Power Electronics Engineer to join our engineering team and contribute to the development of cutting-edge energy storage solutions. As a Senior Power Electronics Engineer, you will play a key role in designing, developing, and testing power electronic systems for our innovative battery energy storage systems (BESS). You will be involved in the entire product development lifecycle, from concept to production, ensuring the highest standards of performance, reliability, and safety.

The Role

• Salary: $100,000 - $150,000 per year
• 3 weeks paid vacation plus 1 week off between Christmas and New Year's
• Extended health, dental, and vision benefits plan
• RRSP matching
• Regular company socials, events and weekly fitness and yoga
• Free electric vehicle charging
• Open and collaborative company culture!

Responsibilities and Duties

• Design and develop power electronic systems for battery energy storage systems (BESS), including inverters, converters, and chargers.
• Perform BOM design, schematic capture, and circuit board layout for power electronic systems.
• Design for EMC/EMI compliance, perform regulatory testing, documentation, and data analysis.
• Conduct detailed circuit analysis, simulation, and modeling to optimize designs for efficiency, performance, and cost-effectiveness.
• Select and specify power electronic components, such as IGBTs, MOSFETs, diodes, and transformers, based on project requirements.
• Develop control algorithms for power electronic systems to ensure stable and reliable operation under various conditions.
• Oversee the fabrication, assembly, and testing of power electronic prototypes and production units.
• Conduct thorough testing and validation of power electronic systems to meet performance specifications and regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with other engineers and cross-functional teams to integrate power electronic systems into complete BESS solutions.
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in power electronics technology and industry trends.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of Moment Energy's power electronics design and development processes.

The Candidate

We’re looking for individuals with the following traits, skills, and experiences:

• Bachelor’s or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field, with a focus on power electronics.
• 10+ years of hands-on experience in the design and development of power electronic systems for industrial or renewable energy applications.
• Strong understanding of power electronics principles, topologies, and control strategies.
• Proficiency in power electronics simulation tools (e.g., LTSpice, MATLAB/Simulink, PLECS, PSIM).
• Experience with EMC/EMI compliance and regulatory testing.
• Experience with PCB design and layout software (e.g., Altium, Cadence).
• Familiarity with power electronics testing equipment and procedures.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Previous experience in a startup environment.
• Passion for clean energy and a desire to make a positive impact on the environment.

About Moment Energy

Moment Energy is a cleantech startup with a team of passionate innovators revolutionizing the energy storage industry. Founded by four tech entrepreneurs, our mission is to provide worldwide access to clean, reliable, and affordable power. How do we do it? By repurposing retired electric vehicle batteries into state-of-the-art battery energy storage systems, giving these powerful resources a second life and a lasting impact.

Our vision goes beyond sustainability; it’s about driving meaningful change. As one of the Top 100 Global Cleantech Companies of 2023, we’ve forged relationships with automakers like Mercedes-Benz Energy and Nissan North America to accelerate the global transition to a greener future.

We're a fast-paced and dynamic team.

Every day you'll be taking on a new challenge and learning something new. You'll take on a wide breadth of tasks and contribute to disrupting the battery industry. You'll be part of a tight-knit team that is working together to save the planet!

Our Commitments

Moment Energy is an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes, including our work environment. We especially welcome applications from Indigenous peoples, members of racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women, and persons who identify as 2SLGBTQ+.