Lead Electronic Design Engineer

Advanced Energy

Cork

On-site

EUR 70,000 - 90,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation and benefits
Opportunities for career development
Innovative work environment

Job summary

A leading technology company in Cork is seeking a highly skilled Lead Engineer to lead a multidisciplinary design team. You will focus on developing innovative technologies in the medical industry, specifically electrosurgical generators. The ideal candidate will possess significant experience in power electronics and strong leadership skills. This role offers competitive compensation, opportunities for growth, and the chance to work on cutting-edge projects in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

  • Minimum 8+ years experience in technical design and development.
  • Experience in medical or high-reliability systems is preferred.
  • Proven track record in developing power electronics prototypes.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and mentor a multidisciplinary design team.
  • Develop electrosurgical generators and related technologies.
  • Design systems to meet quality, cost, and timeline goals.

Skills

Power electronics design
Problem-solving
Team leadership
Strategic thinking
Coaching and mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in electronic engineering
Master's or PhD in electrical engineering

Job description

About Advanced Energy

Advanced Energy Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ: AEIS) empowers innovation across the world’s most advanced semiconductor and industrial applications. We design and manufacture precision power and control solutions that enable breakthrough technologies in thin film deposition, industrial manufacturing, and medical power systems. With a proud heritage, award winning technology, and a global workforce, Advanced Energy is committed to fostering innovation, collaboration, and career growth.

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and driven Lead Engineer to drive a multidisciplinary design team through AE’s Product Development Process to create new‑to‑world technology and differentiated products within the medical industry. Engineering in Cork is focused on developing next‑generation concepts for electrosurgery generators, including pulsed electric field technologies, ablation treatments, and other surgical energy applications. This role also encompasses exploring high‑efficiency power supply architectures for advanced applications in industry. The ideal candidate will combine deep technical expertise in power electronics or other relevant areas with strong product development, test and manufacturing experience, fostering innovation and guiding a team of talented engineers toward breakthrough solutions within budget and on schedule.

Essential Responsibilities
Team Leadership
  • Lead, mentor, and inspire a multidisciplinary team of engineers
  • Drive career development through coaching, training, and performance management
  • Cultivate a culture of innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence
Research & Innovation
  • Contribute to the conception and development of advanced electrosurgical generators and related technologies
  • Explore emerging technologies in power electronics, surgical energy delivery, and high‑efficiency power conversion
  • Translate research insights into practical prototypes and future product concepts
Product Design
  • Design and analysis of systems products and subsystems/circuits to specification, cost, budget, schedule and quality goals
  • Diagnose issues of diverse scope with design, field performance, reliability and test yields of products and recommend/implement corrective actions to address
  • Assumes responsibility for the success of the product/system in the customers’ applications and recommend/implement corrective actions needed
  • Follow key engineering procedures, including Product Development Process and Engineering Change Order processes
  • Work with Advanced Development Engineers to review technology readiness to launch new products
  • Collaborate with other development teams on larger products
  • Collaborate with departments, such as New Product Implementation, purchasing, quality, program management, finance, safety, production, etc.
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory and safety standards for medical devices
  • Provide expert guidance on power electronics design, control strategies, and system integration
  • Evaluate and implement cutting‑edge technologies for surgical energy applications
  • Drive critical thinking and problem‑solving across complex engineering challenges
Work Environment
  • Location: Cork – on site
  • Works in a standard office environment
  • Domestic and International travel of up to 10%
  • Interfaces with internal & external customers in all functional areas
Technical and Professional Skills
  • Proven track record of developing power electronics prototypes and products
  • Experience with influencing and negotiating in complex situations
  • Advanced knowledge of power conversion topologies, high‑frequency switching, and control systems
  • Familiarity with electrosurgical technologies, pulsed electric fields, or ablation systems is highly desirable
  • Strong problem‑solving abilities
  • Ability to solve complex problems independently
  • Ability to undertake multiple projects and manage strategic priorities
  • Strong coaching and mentoring skills
  • Strategic thinker with a passion for innovation and technology exploration
  • Well organized and disciplined
  • Strong team player skills and mindset
  • Technical and people leadership qualities
  • Ability to make independent decisions with initiative and tact
  • Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, R&D environment
Experience/Education
Essential
  • Minimum bachelor’s degree in electronic engineering or similar field. Ideally, a PhD or master’s degree in electrical engineering, power electronics, or related field
  • Minimum 8+ years in highly technical design and development, preferably in medical or high‑reliability systems
  • Show a progression of technical responsibilities and creation of IP in previous roles
What AE Offers
  • Opportunity to work on cutting edge technologies in the medical industry and beyond
  • A collaborative, innovative, and inclusive work environment.
  • Competitive compensation and benefits.
  • Global and local career development opportunities.
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