Director of Power Electronics for Hydrogen Systems

Fourier Earth, Inc.; Coffeyville, Northern (KS, KY); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Fourier Earth Inc. seeks a Director of Power Electronics Engineering to lead critical power-electronics systems for our next-generation electrolyzer platforms.

The role blends deep technical leadership with hands-on architecture decisions, hardware development, and building a high-performing engineering team. You will develop high-efficiency power conversion systems enabling scalable hydrogen production and ensure reliability across wide operating conditions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 12+ years of progressive engineering experience in power electronics, industrial automation, or renewable energy systems.
• 5+ years of direct engineering management experience leading cross-functional hardware/systems teams.
• Proven expertise in 480V (3-phase) AC power distribution, AC/DC rectification, and isolating low-voltage instrumentation from high-voltage noise.
• Strong familiarity with PLC/PAC architectures and industrial fieldbus networks.
• Deep working knowledge of NEC (NFPA 70), UL 508A, and high-voltage safety protocols (LOTO, grounding/bonding).

Responsibilities

• Architectural Leadership: Own the end-to-end electrical architecture from 480V grid tie-in to 12V/24V sensor networks.
• Power Conversion & Load Management: Design and specify AC/DC rectification, DC/DC converters, and integration of VFDs and SCR controllers.
• Systems Integration: Bridge hardware, controls, and software teams; define firmware requirements and communication protocols.
• Safety & Compliance: Lead electrical system design for hazardous environments; ensure NEC/UL compliance and safety standards.
• Team Management: Recruit, mentor, and manage power electronics, electrical, and controls engineers.
• Vendor & Supply Chain Collaboration: Manage suppliers and contract manufacturers for power components.
• Project Execution: Manage schedules, budgets, and lifecycles from prototyping to production.

Skills

Power electronics design

Team leadership

System architecture

Project management

Industrial safety standards

High-voltage systems

Controls & Communications

Electrical engineering

Education

B.S. in Electrical Engineering

M.S. or Ph.D. in Power Electronics/Power Systems

Tools

PLC/PAC Systems

EMI/EMC testing

PCB layout

Job description

Fourier Earth Inc. seeks a Director of Power Electronics Engineering to lead critical power-electronics systems for our next-generation electrolyzer platforms.

The role blends deep technical leadership with hands-on architecture decisions, hardware development, and building a high-performing engineering team. You will develop high-efficiency power conversion systems enabling scalable hydrogen production and ensure reliability across wide operating conditions.