Analog and Power Electronics Hardware Engineer (High Voltage)

HRL Laboratories, LLC; Lost Hills (CA); On-site; USD 105,700 - 132,150; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401K match

Paid time off

Job summary

HRL Laboratories seeks an engineer to plan and perform testing and integration of electronic circuits and equipment, including high-voltage switching amplifiers. The role emphasizes hands-on hardware work and experience with power electronics, analog, logic, and RF circuits.

Responsibilities include testing high-performance power electronics components, developing test plans, and documenting data. A BS/MS in EE and experience with SiC/GaN devices are preferred; travel may be required.

Qualifications

• BS/MS in electrical engineering or equivalent required.
• Experience testing and integrating power, control, or analog electronics.
• Experience with SiC or GaN devices is desirable.
• Ability to work with high-voltage circuitry (>1 kV) is advantageous.
• Experience with layout and circuit simulation tools (Altium, SPICE) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to power electronics design, implementation, and testing.
• Plan and execute test plans for high-performance power components and subsystems.
• Collaborate with lead designers to integrate prototypes and document results.

Skills

Power electronics

High-voltage testing

Circuit testing

SiC/GaN devices

Altium

SPICE

LabView

C/C++

Education

B.S. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Altium

SPICE

Matlab

Python

LabView

C/C++

Job description

HRL Laboratories pioneers the next frontiers of physical and information science. Delivering transformative technologies in automotive, aerospace and defense, HRL advances the critical missions of its customers to help them remove limitations and create competitive advantage. HRL then transitions the work back to customers - ready for real-world application. For more than 70 years, HRL’s rich portfolio of scientific discoveries and engineering innovations continues to build on each other — often in unexpected, profound and far-reaching ways. As a private company owned jointly by Boeing and GM, HRL prioritizes purpose over profit, significantly advancing the state of the art.

HRL Laboratories develops radiofrequency, millimeter-wave and electro-optical sensors using state-of-the-art materials and device fabrication processes to deliver agile, mission-ready systems. Our high-performance solutions are highly integrated, architecturally low cost, and optimized for size, weight and power efficiency while leveraging commercial, custom and novel mixed-signal innovations.

Position Summary

We are looking for an engineer to plan and perform testing and integration of electronic circuits and equipment, including medium to high-voltage (e.g. > 600V) switching amplifiers and circuits. An ideal candidate will thrive working with hardware in a hands‑on role and will have previous experience with power electronics (e.g. linear power supplies, switching power supplies, transducer drivers, class‑D audio amplifiers, power converters, or switch drivers) as well as analog, logic and radio frequency circuits. Testing will mainly include circuits based on high-voltage high frequency SiC or GaN devices, but an opportunity also exists to work with microwave and mmW circuits and sub‑systems.

Responsibilities

• Contribute technical expertise in the area of power electronics design, implementation, and test
• Work within diverse teams, taking primary responsibility for testing and integration of high-performance custom power electronics components and subsystems with switching frequencies up to 1 MHz or more. Examples are linear power supplies, switching power supplies, transducer drivers, class-D amplifiers, power converters, switch drivers, etc.
• Work with lead designers to develop and execute test plans; integrate and re‑work experimental circuits; operate prototype equipment and test equipment; record, organize, and document test data; and identify and work with management to procure/maintain needed equipment and tools

Required Qualifications

• B.S. or M.S. degree in electrical engineering
• At least 1 year of experience testing and integrating power, control, or analog electronics
• Experience wiring, constructing, fabricating, assembling, or repairing physical items
• Experience with SiC or GaN devices is desired.
• Experience with voltages above 1 kV is a plus.
• Experience with printed circuit board layout and circuit simulation (e.g. Altium, SPICE) is a plus.
• Electrical/Electronics fabrication (prepare wiring harnesses, solder, etc.), computer programming (e.g. Matlab, Python, C/C++, LabView, etc.), and debugging electrical circuits
• Basic lab test equipment (e.g. Oscilloscope, power supply, signal generator/analyzer, network analyzer, impedance analyzer, etc.)

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of switch-mode power electronics circuits, electronic test equipment and techniques, digital logic, and safety.
• Knowledge of analog, signal conditioning, and radio frequency circuits.
• Working knowledge of wiring and interconnects is desired.
• Knowledge of magnetic component design and construction (e.g. transformers) is a plus
• Experience with SiC or GaN devices is desired.
• Experience with voltages above 1 kV is a plus.
• Experience with printed circuit board layout and circuit simulation (e.g. Altium, SPICE) is a plus.

Physical Requirements

• Applicant must be able to interact professionally with program managers, co‑workers, customers, and operate complex electronic equipment.
• Ability to follow protocols to safely operate hazardous equipment.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and access equipment both on the floor and on a ladder.
• Ability to work well in a team and independently.
• Must be willing to travel and work in a team of highly skilled engineers on complex projects, and willingness to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Special Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a US Government security clearance

Compensation and Benefits

• Pay Range: $105,700 - $132,150
• Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location (California). The range displayed on each job posting reflects the target range for new hire salaries for the position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process
• Benefits: HRL offers a generous and very competitive total compensation and benefits package. Our Regular/Full Time benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401K match, gym facilities, PTO, Sick time, upward mobility, and an exciting and challenging work environment
• For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit: https://www.hrl.com/careers/benefits

Non-Discrimination and Equal Employment Opportunities (U.S.)

We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre‑employment substance abuse testing.

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