Electrical Engineer

AMETEK, Inc.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Health, vision and dental insurance

401(k) with matching

FSAs / HSA with AMETEK contribution

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Employee referral program

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

AMETEK, Inc. in Columbus, Ohio seeks an Electrical Engineer to develop reliable power solutions for industrial UPS, plasma power sources, power controllers, and battery charging applications. The role includes project management and product development responsibilities.

Candidate should have 3+ years in electrical/electronics, strong knowledge of PCBA and power electronics, and experience with IGBTs, SCRs, and topologies. Collaboration with cross-functional teams is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelors or higher in Electrical Engineering or Power Electronics.
• 3+ years in electrical/electronics industry.
• Strong knowledge of inverters, transformers, PCBA components.
• Experience designing PCBA and power electronic systems.
• Knowledge of IGBTs, SCRs, capacitors, diodes and topologies.
• Excellent problem-solving and collaborative skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and troubleshoot power electronic systems.
• Provide client and production engineering support for HDR line.
• Lead research to enhance technologies.
• Conduct testing to resolve issues in PCBAs and power electronics.
• Collaborate with purchasing, QA, manufacturing.
• Create and review design documents and test plans.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Power Electronics

PCBA design

Inverters

Analytical skills

Prototyping

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Power analyzers

PCB prototyping tools

Job description

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Business Unit: Power Protection & Quality Solutions

Posting Date: Aug 28, 2026

Job Description:

At AMETEK, we don’t just manufacture market-leading electronic instruments and electromechanical devices — we are using innovation to make the world a better place; technology to improve lives; and talent to solve challenges that matter.

Job Summary

As an Electrical Engineer, you will play a key role in the development of reliable power solutions for various industrial UPS, Plasma Power Source, Power Controller, and Battery charging applications. Your expertise will be essential in enhancing the reliability and performance of power systems. This role is an excellent opportunity for mid-career engineers seeking to develop expertise in power systems while contributing to impactful projects. This role will also contain some Project Management & Product Development responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and troubleshoot power electronic systems and components, including converters, inverters, PCBAs, power controllers and power supplies.
• Provide client support and production support from an engineering standpoint for the HDR line of products including power controllers and plasma power sources.
• Lead research initiatives to enhance existing technologies and explore innovative solutions.
• Conduct testing to resolve technical issues related to PCBAs and power electronics during various stages of product development and deployment.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as purchasing, QA, and manufacturing.
• Create and review technical documentation, including specifications, design documents, and test plans.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Power Electronics.
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience within the electrical or electronics industry.
• A solid understanding of inverters, transformers, and PCBA components.
• Proven experience in designing and developing PCBA and/or power electronic systems and components.
• Knowledge of power semiconductor devices, such as IGBTs, SCR’s, capacitors, and diodes, and their application in various power conversion topologies.
• Exceptional analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Experience with hardware design and circuit prototyping.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work in a collaborative environment.
• A strong desire to learn and contribute to innovative electrical solutions.
• Must possess strong communication, interpersonal, and organization skills, the ability to work closely with other team members to meet objectives and deadlines.

Desired Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of the electrical and/or power electronics industry.
• Knowledge of applicable electrical codes, standards, and regulations (NEC, UL).
• Knowledge of electrical applications for high and low voltage electrical systems.
• Familiarity with EMI mitigation techniques in circuit design.

What’s in It for You

• Competitive compensation, holiday pay, and paid time off.
• Great benefits package that includes health, vision, and dental insurance.
• 401(k), plus matching
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs), health savings account (HSA) with AMETEK contribution, life insurance, disability insurance, and family medical leave
• Employee referral program
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Employee assistance program
• Exciting, fast-paced environment where you could make a true impact
• Opportunities for career advancement within our business unit and across all other AMETEK business entities

Additional Details

This position is located in Columbus, Ohio. Columbus will keep you entertained all year. During the warmer months, Columbus hosts food and music festivals, organizes art walks, and provides plenty of beautiful spots for hiking and biking. During the colder months, Columbus offers ice skating, sledding, and holiday markets and festivals. All year long, one can visit museums such as COSI Columbus (which was voted the best science museum in the US in 2020, 2021, and 2022!), check out art galleries, walk around the zoo, patron the North Market (a public market that has been around for 145 years), and spend time at the many local parks.

Disclaimer:Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.

AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.5billion.

AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers’ most complex challenges. We employ 22,000colleagues, in 35countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK isacomponent of the S&P 500. Visithttps://www.ametek.com/careers for more information.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process should call 1 [phone].