Principal Researcher

Flextronics - The Flex Company; Singapore; On-site; SGD 150,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Flex is a leading diversified manufacturer and design partner. We seek a Principal Power Technology Researcher in Kallang, Singapore to drive fundamental research for future high‑power products and to help Flex Advanced Technology teams develop new platforms.

You will conduct research and prototyping of power system technologies, perform design simulations, and prepare patent applications and whitepapers while collaborating with multiple groups to advance concepts to working platforms.

Qualifications

• Master degree in Electrical Engineering or power electronics with relevant research or design experience.
• PhD degree is a plus and may reduce years of practical experience required.
• Strong knowledge of power electronics and power supply design.

Responsibilities

• Lead fundamental research into technologies for future high‑power products.
• Prototype power system concepts and perform design simulations.
• Prepare patent applications, whitepapers and technical presentations.
• Collaborate with Flex Advanced Technology teams and other groups.

Skills

Teamwork

Self-motivated

Problem solving

Education

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or power electronics

PhD degree (plus)

Tools

MatchCAD

SIMetrix

PLECS

PADs

Job description

Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market-leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world. A career at Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference and invest in your growth in a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative environment.

Job Summary .

To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we’re looking to add a Principal Power Technology Researcher located in Kallang, Singapore.

The Principal Power Technology Researcher will be accountable for the fundamental research into technologies that will form the basis for future high‑power products that the company will introduce four to six years from now.

The job encompasses research and prototyping of leading‑edge power system technologies, proof of concept designs, design simulations, patent applications, whitepapers, scholarly articles and technology presentation materials.

This job requires deep working knowledge and engagement with multiple groups on the latest available technologies, research of new inventions, and collaboration with the company's Advanced Technology teams.

What a typical day looks like:

Working under the direction of site manager or technical leader to identify new technologies which can be perfected for introduction to Flex Advanced Technology teams for conversion to working platforms within the defined requirements. Technologies of interest include Medium Voltage AC to High Voltage DC solid state transformer systems, isolated DC‑DC converter topologies with high conversion ratios of between 50:1 and 100:1, advanced power system three‑phase AC input with high efficiency, high power density, harmonic control, and good EMC performance, and other solutions to fundamental problems that exist in modern datacenters. Work across functional teams to assess whether proposed technology can meet product specification, cost target, schedule, etc. Provide technology leadership and advise on how to solve technical problems encountered the research and prototyping phases. Design support and issue resolution during the handoff period between the Singapore Research Centre and Flex Advanced Technology Teams.

Experience we’re looking to add to our team:

Master degree in Electrical Engineering or power electronics. PdD degree is a plus 5 years’ experience for Master degree or 3 years’ experience for PhD degree in power system research or design (such as Solid State Transformer, medium‑voltage rectifiers, DC‑DC power modules, and high efficiency, high power‑density (>15 kW) AC/DC power systems such as AIDC systems and high power EV supercharger etc.) and independent project design leadership experience. Solid State Transformer development experience is a plus. Strong Power electronics power supply design knowledge, and deep understanding about popular topologies such as Totem‑pole PFC, Vienna PFC, T‑NPC, ANPC, flyback, LLC, CLLC, DAB, etc. Familiar with engineering tools such as MatchCAD, SIMetrix, PLECS, PADs (or equivalent) Self‑motivated, passionate work, excellent teamwork.

What you’ll receive for the great work you provide:

Medical benefits, dental, vision Life Insurance Paid Time Off Job Category Design, Process & Technology Engineering

Flex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process.

Through the collective strength of ~150,000 team members across 30 countries and responsible, sustainable operations, Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market‑leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world. A career with Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference, invest in your growth, and build great products for our customers that improve people’s lives. Together, let’s create the extraordinary!