Junior / Senior Power Electronics Engineer

lite-on singapore pte. ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Lite-On Singapore Pte. Ltd. invites applications for a research-focused role in our Cloud Infrastructure Platform and Solutions (CIPS) Research Team.

You will contribute to early-stage projects with academia, suppliers, customers and partners, delivering proof of concept designs for next‑gen data center technologies. The ideal candidate holds a PhD or Master’s in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, 3+ years in power electronics research, with hands-on prototyping, modelling, and collaboration

Qualifications

• PhD or Master’s degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or related field.
• 3+ years’ experience in power electronics research with mentorship.
• Expertise in power electronics topologies, magnetics, control schemes and components.
• Experience with architecture drawings, schematics, datasheets and PCB layouts.
• Knowledge of embedded software (C/C++) and coding practices.
• Hands‑on prototyping and testing with oscilloscopes, loads and power analysers.
• Familiarity with SiC/GaN devices, EMI, HVDC, solid state transformers, thermal design and standards.
• Proficiency in using MATLAB/Simulink, LTspice, Python and other simulation tools.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor market trends and research to identify breakthrough opportunities in power architectures for data centers.
• Drive design, modelling, simulation, prototyping and testing of new power topologies and control schemes.
• Oversee design reviews and own technical project direction.
• Represent the company as a subject matter expert with suppliers, customers, and partners.
• Create, review and improve research project processes from idea to transfer deliverables.
• Identify team skills needs and support recruitment of engineers.
• Commit to continuous improvement, transparency, and technical excellence.
• Work as a hands‑on contributor delivering ideas, designs and documentation.

Skills

Power electronics research

Mentorship

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Communication

Problem solving

Continuous learning

Education

PhD or Master’s degree in Electrical / Electronic Engineering

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

LTspice

Python

Oscilloscopes

PCB layout tools

Job description

About the Role:

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our Cloud Infrastructure Platform and Solutions (CIPS) Research Team. Our CIPS Research team is focused on developing future technology systems to support growth in the rapidly evolving data center industry. The successful candidate will be directly involved in early-stage research projects, working with academic institutions, suppliers, customers, and partners to deliver proof of concept designs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor market trends and research to identify breakthrough opportunities in power architectures and converter topologies for data centers.
• Drive technical excellence across design, modelling, simulation, prototyping and performance testing of new power conversion topologies, control schemes and components.
• Oversee critical design reviews and own technical project direction.
• Represent the company as a subject matter expert when engaging with suppliers, customers, and partners.
• Help to create, review and improve research project processes, from idea creation to project transfer deliverables.
• Identify the skills needed in the team and support recruitment of suitable engineers.
• Work with a commitment to continuous improvement, transparency, and technical expertise.
• Work as a hands‑on individual contributor, researching key topics and delivering ideas, designs, and documentation.

Requirements:

• PhD or Master’s degree in Electrical / Electronic Engineering or related field.
• 3+ years’ experience in power electronics research, with increasing mentorship responsibilities.
• Expertise in power electronics, including common topologies, magnetics, control schemes and components.
• Experience with architecture drawings, electronic schematics, component datasheets and PCB layout drawings.
• Knowledge of embedded software (C/C++) and coding practices is preferred.
• Hands‑on prototyping and testing experience using oscilloscopes, electronic loads and power analysers.
• Familiarity with SiC/GaN devices, EMI, HVDC, solid state transformers, thermal design and regulatory standards.
• Expertise in using simulation tools (MATLAB, Simulink, LTspice, Python, etc).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, leadership and communication skills.
• Demonstrated passion for innovation and commitment to continuous learning.

Why Join Us:

• Work in a world‑class R&D environment with well‑equipped labs, top‑tier industry connections and collaborative teams.
• Shape the future of energy‑efficient data storage and AI cloud computing – from renewable energy integration to next generation infrastructure.
• Opportunities to publish, patent and innovate designs for future products.
• Competitive compensation, research autonomy and a continuous learning culture.