Electronic Engineer I

Advanced Energy Management Limited; Redwood City (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Health insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Mental health coverage

Job summary

Advanced Energy is seeking an Electrical Engineer I to join our power electronics team in California. You will design, test, and bring to market advanced switch-mode power supplies and power conversion solutions, gaining hands-on experience from concept to manufacturing support while collaborating with cross-functional teams and industry experts.

You will work with engineers to develop prototypes, perform validation, and contribute to documentation and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Ability to support testing and debug using common lab equipment such as Network Analyzers, oscilloscopes, power supplies, DMMs, function generators, JTAG or similar tools.
• The ability to assist in analysis, prototyping, simulation, and validation of circuit designs.
• Be a creative problem solver with a focus on quality, safety, cost, and delivery schedules.
• Ability to solve technical problems independently with minimal assistance.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Basic programming or scripting skills such as LabVIEW, Python or MATLAB.

Responsibilities

• Be a critical member of the product development engineering team.
• Assist in the development, testing, and de-bugging of prototype power supply subsystems including AC/DC circuits, control systems, EMI filters, RF filters, logic circuits, etc.
• Test products and subsystems using test equipment like oscilloscopes, power meters, LCR meters, signal generators, dynamic loads, network analyzers, etc.
• Exercise engineering judgment to select and develop methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria to secure project success.
• Work in a team environment with electrical, mechanical and firmware engineers on product development of extensive scope.
• Utilize strong communication and team skills to effectively communicate thoughts and ideas within the design team.
• Participate in the preparation of internal and external documentation including, but not limited to: Requirements Specifications, Design Specifications and Test plans.
• Apply broad technical knowledge of electronic components, and circuitry for use in electronic equipment and devices, including but not limited to DC circuits, AC to DC converters, power factor correction, high power semiconductors, digital and analog loop stability, magnetic design, worse case stress analysis, digital hardware, firmware, test and measurement systems, and electrical/safety regulatory compliance.
• Diagnose and solve issues of diverse scope with design, field performance, root cause/failure analysis, reliability and manufacturing test yields of existing power supply products using formal investigation methods and corrective actions.
• Contribute in technical review, design analysis, development and selection of hardware.

Skills

Lab testing & debugging

Circuit prototyping & simulation

Electrical engineering

Problem solving

Communication skills

LabVIEW/Python/MATLAB

Tools

Network Analyzers

Oscilloscopes

Power supplies

DMMs

Function generators

JTAG tools

Job description

WHY BE A PART OF ADVANCED ENERGY?

Some people say it’s like working in the best of two worlds. We operate like an agile, growing, small company – you can see your work make a difference to the company every day. Things move quickly and you can see and feel it. At the same time, we’re a global company founded in 1981 and have been publicly traded for more than 28 years. We have a strong cash position, deep trust and partnership with leading customers, a global best-in-class operations capability, and a proven leadership team. We have a track record and resources to make things happen both organically and inorganically. Being part of a nimble company with a solid foundation attracts team members that are capable, driven and like a challenge. Our employees collaborate and know how to have fun inventing, working, building and winning together. At our core, we are Advanced Energy – powering the future, together.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Looking to launch or grow your career in power electronics? As an Electrical Engineer I, you'll work alongside experienced engineers to design, test, and bring to market advanced switch-mode power supplies and power conversion solutions. You'll gain hands-on experience across the product lifecycle, from concept development and validation to manufacturing support, while collaborating with cross-functional teams and industry experts. This is an opportunity to build technical expertise, solve real-world engineering challenges, and contribute to technologies that power critical applications around the world.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Be a critical member of the product development engineering team.
• Assist in the development, testing, and de-bugging of prototype power supply subsystems including AC/DC circuits, control systems, EMI filters, RF filters, logic circuits, etc.
• Test products and subsystems using test equipment like oscilloscopes, power meters, LCR meters, signal generators, dynamic loads, network analyzers, etc.
• Exercise engineering judgment to select and develop methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria to secure project success.
• Work in a team environment with electrical, mechanical and firmware engineers on product development of extensive scope.
• Utilize strong communication and team skills to effectively communicate thoughts and ideas within the design team.
• Participate in the preparation of internal and external documentation including, but not limited to: Requirements Specifications, Design Specifications and Test plans.
• Apply broad technical knowledge of electronic components, and circuitry for use in electronic equipment and devices, including but not limited to DC circuits, AC to DC converters, power factor correction, high power semiconductors, digital and analog loop stability, magnetic design, worse case stress analysis, digital hardware, firmware, test and measurement systems, and electrical/safety regulatory compliance.
• Diagnose and solve issues of diverse scope with design, field performance, root cause/failure analysis, reliability and manufacturing test yields of existing power supply products using formal investigation methods and corrective actions.
• Contribute in technical review, design analysis, development and selection of hardware.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Environment: Works in a noisy fast-paced power development lab and standard office environment

QUALIFICATIONS :

• Ability to support testing and debug using common lab equipment such as Network Analyzers, oscilloscopes, power supplies, DMMs, function generators, JTAG or similar tools, etc
• The ability to assist in analysis, prototyping, simulation, and validation of circuit designs.
• Be a creative problem solver with a focus on quality, safety, cost, and delivery schedules.
• Ability to solve technical problems independently with minimal assistance.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Basic programming or scripting skills such as LabVIEW, Python or MATLAB

EXPERIENCE:

• Experience with basic circuit analysis and understanding of circuit schematics
• Experience with power electronic concepts
• Experience working in a lab environment with standard electrical test/design equipment

EDUCATION:

COMPENSATION:

As required by multiple state pay transparency laws, Advanced Energy provides a reasonable range of compensation for each job posting. Actual compensation is influenced by an array of factors including, but not limited to, skill set, level of experience, and specific office location. The range of starting pay for this role is $85,000to $115,000per year.

BENEFITS:

As part of our total rewards philosophy, we believe in offering and maintaining competitive compensation and benefits programs for our employees to attract and retain a talented, highly engaged workforce. Our compensation programs are focused on equitable, fair pay practices including market-based base pay, an annual pay-for-performance incentive plan, and discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

In addition to our competitive compensation practices, we offer a strong benefits package in each of the countries in which we operate. In the U.S., we offer a rich benefits package that includes:

• Medical - multiple medical plans are available to choose from
• Short and long-term disability and life insurance
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts
• Generous time off policy starting with 3 weeks of paid vacation, 7 days of paid sick time, and 12 paid holidays
• 8 hours of paid volunteer time off
• 8 weeks of paid parental leave for both parents
• Company matched 401(k)
• Expanded mental health coverage and employee assistance programs
• Other voluntary benefits include critical illness, accident and hospital indemnity, pet insurance, identity theft, and legal assistance

Advanced Energy is committed to diversity in its workforce including Equal Employment Opportunity for Minorities, Females, ProtectedVeterans,and Individuals with Disabilities.

Advanced Energy is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our job application process/procedures for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance in completing an Advanced Energy application, please reach out to [e-mail].