Medium Voltage Power Electronics Engineer (m/f/d)

alpitronic Americas LLC; Nürnberg; Vor Ort; EUR 60.000 - 80.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Attractive bonus system

Opportunities for advancement

Further training opportunities

Zusammenfassung

alpitronic Americas LLC, located in Nürnberg, Germany, is seeking a Power Electronics Engineer to lead the design and development of high-voltage and medium-voltage power converter systems. You will engage in R&D activities centered on modular multilevel converter technologies and innovate high-performance solutions for various applications. The role requires a degree in Electrical Engineering, proven experience in high-voltage systems, and the ability to collaborate in a dynamic team environment. Additional benefits and opportunities for professional growth are also offered.

Qualifikationen

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or Power Electronics required.
• Experience in high-voltage or medium-voltage power converter development is essential.
• Strong knowledge of multilevel converter topologies is necessary.

Aufgaben

• Take ownership of power converter designs from concept to validation.
• Design and analyse power converters including modular configurations.
• Conduct system-level simulations and experimental testing.

Kenntnisse

Power Electronics

High-voltage systems

Medium-voltage power converter development

Multilevel converter topologies

MATLAB/Simulink

Communication skills in English

Research and innovation

Ausbildung

Degree in Electrical Engineering or Power Electronics

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

PLECS

LTspice

Jobbeschreibung

We are looking for a Power Electronics Engineer to take a leading role in the design, development, and validation of high-voltage and medium-voltage power converter systems. The Medium Voltage Power Electronics Engineer will contribute to advanced R&D activities focused on modular and multilevel converter technologies, supporting the development of high-performance, reliable power conversion solutions for applications such as grid-connected systems, energy conversion, and industrial power electronics.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Take ownership of power converter designs, from the initial concept to detailed design, prototyping and validation
• Design, model and analyse high- and medium-voltage power converters, including modular multilevel converters and other multilevel topologies
• Select suitable converter topologies, semiconductor devices and passive components based on performance, efficiency and reliability requirements
• Develop detailed electrical and thermal models of power electronic systems
• Conduct system-level simulations to analyse the behaviour of converters under different operating and fault conditions
• Support the design and implementation of control and modulation strategies for multilevel converters
• Contribute to the development of firmware and digital control, with experience of DSPs and FPGAs being advantageous
• Support the construction, integration and commissioning of laboratory prototypes and R&D test setups
• Plan and conduct experimental testing, including voltage and current measurements, efficiency evaluations and performance validations
• Analyse the results of experiments and correlate measurements with simulation models
• Prepare technical documentation, design reports and test summaries
• Work closely with mechanical, control and systems engineers on multidisciplinary projects

YOUR QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics, or a closely related field
• Previous professional experience in a similar role
• Proven experience in high-voltage or medium-voltage power converter development
• Strong knowledge of multilevel converter topologies, particularly modular multilevel converters
• Hands-on experience with power electronics simulation tools such as MATLAB/Simulink, PLECS, LTspice, or equivalent
• Understanding of insulation, grounding, protection, and safety aspects in high-voltage systems
• Experience with digital control platforms such as microcontrollers or DSPs, with FPGA experience considered a strong plus
• Basic hands-on experience in building and testing power electronics hardware
• Passion for research and innovation, and a willingness to learn and adapt quickly
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, German is a plus

OUR COMMITMENT

• Innovative work environment in a young, dynamic team
• High-tech projects in the future-proof sector of e-mobility
• Opportunities for advancement in a growing company
• A wide range of further training opportunities
• Attractive bonus system and performance-related pay
• Additional company benefits