Electrical Engineer - Power Electronics

TDK-Lambda Americas Inc in; Neptune Township (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Educational assistance

Recognition programs

Service awards

Performance-based awards

Job summary

TDK-Lambda Americas Inc. in Neptune, NJ seeks an Electrical Engineer to support existing programmable DC power supply and high voltage product lines, and modify designs for custom requirements. You will assist Sr. Engineers in new product development and collaborate across teams.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering, 3+ years of related experience, and strong knowledge of power electronics, safety standards, and EMC. HV experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university; advanced degree or certificate is a plus.
• More than three years of related experience (or equivalent combination).
• Understanding of power supply design including magnetics, control loop design, and standard topologies.
• Familiarity with safety standards related to power supply products.
• Familiarity with LTspice, OrCAD PSpice, MATLAB/Simulink, or Mathcad.
• Knowledge of power semiconductor technologies and PCB design.
• Understanding of EMC issues and industry standards for compliance.
• Strong communication, problem solving and analytical abilities.

Responsibilities

• Circuit simulation, analysis and testing to modify existing power supply designs to meet custom requirements.
• Contribute to new product designs and modified standard designs with Sr. Engineer.
• Evaluate component changes and write change orders.
• Perform failure analysis on field return units as needed.
• Support customers for application-related issues.
• Document test results per design criteria and perform design validation testing.

Skills

Power supply design

EMC knowledge

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Failure analysis

Education

Bachelor’s Degree (Electrical Engineering)

Tools

LTspice

OrCAD PSpice

MATLAB/Simulink

Mathcad

PCB design

Job description

Electrical Engineer

As an Electrical Engineer, you play an essential role by providing support for existing programmable DC power supply and high voltage product lines at our Neptune, NJ factory and modify existing designs to meet custom requirements. Assist Sr. Engineers in new product development as needed.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES & AUTHORITIES

• Circuit simulation, analysis and testing to modify existing power supply designs to meet custom requirement.
• Participate in new product designs and modified standard designs working with a Sr. Engineer.
• Evaluate component changes and write change orders.
• Perform failure analysis on field return units as needed.
• Support customers for application related issues.
• Perform design validation testing and document test results per TDK-Lambda design criteria.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR AN ELECTRICAL ENGINEER

• Bachelor’s Degree from a four-year college or university/advanced degree or certificate
• More than three years of related experience (or equivalent combination of education, training and experience)
• Understanding of basic power supply design including magnetics, control loop design, and standard topologies.
• Understanding of various safety standards related to power supply products.
• Familiarity with one or more of the following software: LTspice, OrCAD PSpice, MATLAB/Simulink, or Mathcad.
• Understanding of various power semiconductor technologies.
• Familiarity with PCB design.
• Understanding of EMC issues relating to high frequency switching and associated industry standards for compliance.
• Good communication, problem solving and analytical skills.
• Familiarity with standard lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, digital multimeters, function generators, AC sources, Electronic loads etc.
• Any work experience on high voltage products with output voltage greater than 1 kV is a plus.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret the most complex documents. Ability to respond effectively
to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints. Ability to write speeches and articles using original or innovative techniques
or style. Ability to make effective and persuasive speeches and presentations on controversial or complex topics to top
management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

Very High Skills: Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts such as exponents,
logarithms, quadratic equations, and permutations. Ability to apply mathematical operations to such tasks as frequency
distribution, determination of test reliability and validity, analysis of variance, correlation techniques, sampling theory, and
factor analysis.

REASONING ABILITY:

Highest Skills: Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of
intellectual and practical problems. Ability to deal with nonverbal symbolism (formulas, scientific equations, graphs,
musical notes, etc.) in its most difficult phases. Ability to deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables.

COMPUTER SKILLS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of MS Office Word, Excel
and PowerPoint Word Processing software.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Standing – Under 1/3 of day
• Walking – Under 1/3 of day
• Sitting – 1/3 to 2/3’s of day
• Using hands to handle or feel – Under 1/3 of day
• Reaching with hands and arms – Under 1/3 of day
• Talking or hearing – 1/3 to 2/3’s of day
• Amount of time spent lifting:
• Up to 25 lbs. – Under 1/3 of day
• Up to 50 lbs. – Under 1/3 of day

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Moving mechanical parts – Under 1/3 of day
• Risk of electrical shock – Under 1/3 of day
• Moderate noise (examples: business office with computers and printers, light traffic)

SALARY RANGE

The starting annual base pay for the role is between USD $90,000 and $130,000. The actual base is dependent upon many factors, such as training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs, market demands. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. The role may also be eligible for variable bonus programs and benefits.

ABOUT TDK-LAMBDA AMERICAS INC.

Acquired by TDK in 2008, TDK-Lambda Americas Inc. represents the culmination of three well-established North American power manufacturers: Electronic Measurements Inc., Lambda Electronics, and Innoveta Technologies. We have earned the reputation of being a trusted world-class organization through a history of providing reliable and innovative power supplies. Our broad product offering features over 6,000 models that are suited for many applications, including medical, industrial, broadcast, defense, factory automation, and LED/LCD signage. Our view is that "power supply" is more than just an electronic device, but the heart of our customer's systems. This belief has helped us become a global leader in our industry.

We employ approximately 300 people in our engineering, manufacturing, and sales offices across the United States. At our company, we value the work and ideas of our employees. They are encouraged to express their opinions and take the initiative, which has helped with the growth of our community and kept us at the cutting edge of new technologies. We offer our employees not only a career opportunity but also an environment that allows them to succeed.

TDK-Lambda Americas offers great benefits and perks, including healthcare benefits, a 401(k) with match, paid time off (PTO), educational assistance, recognition plans, service awards, and performance-based awards.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. TDK-Lambda Americas is an Equal Opportunity, Affinity Action Employer and is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with that commitment, we will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations to perform the essential functions of the position.

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