Hardware Power Engineer 1

Draper Labs; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Draper is seeking a Precision Analog/Power Electronics Engineer 1 to design, develop, test, and verify analog and power electronics for diverse applications at our Cambridge, MA site. You will participate in architecture, simulations, layout, and validation throughout the product life cycle.

The role requires a Bachelor's in EE, 0–3 years of related experience, and eligibility for a US government security clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering required.
• 0-3 years of electrical engineering experience optional.
• US government security clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Designs new products and develops technical specifications for their production.

Skills

Schematic capture

PCB layout

Circuit simulation

MATLAB/Simulink

Prioritization

Analytical thinking

Time management

Communication skills

Eager to learn

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

Tools

SPICE

MATLAB/Simulink

Job description

Overview:

Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. The 2,000+ employees of Draper tackle important national challenges with a promise of delivering successful and usable solutions. From military defense and space exploration to biomedical engineering, lives often depend on the solutions we provide. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists work in a collaborative environment that inspires the cross-fertilization of ideas necessary for true innovation. For more information about Draper, visit www.draper.com.

Job Description Summary:

A Precision Analog/Power Electronics Engineer 1 designs, specifies, develops, and tests analog/ power electronics for a wide array of applications, such as switched-mode power conversion, battery management circuitry, distributed power architectures, wireless power transfer, radiation hardened designs, motor controllers, low noise power conditioning for precision instrumentation, analog front ends, signal conditioning, analog-to-digital conversion, precision feedback systems, and dc/dc conversion. The engineer develops the architecture, designs these circuits, performs simulations, implements the physical layout, verifies and tests designs. They also perform a variety of engineering activities throughout the life cycle to support planning, design, test, deployment, and sustainment.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Designs new products and develops technical specifications for their production.
• Analyzes hardware configuration and processing solutions and tests hardware conformance to specifications.
• Collaborates and communicates with management, internal teams, and development partners regarding design status, project progress, and issue resolution.
• Contributes content for technical reports and presentations with appropriate guidance.
• Identifies challenges associated with assigned work and communicates them to project leadership.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills/Abilities

• Proficient with schematic capture and printed circuit board layout.
• Ability to perform circuit simulation using Spice or other simulation tools.
• System modeling and analysis experience using MATLAB, Simulink, or other comparable tools.
• Ability to prioritize tasks.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Eager to learn new technical skills and expand their depth/technical knowledge.

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related field required.

Experience

0-3 years of experience in electrical engineering or related field.

Additional Job Description

Applicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a US government security clearance.

Job Location - City:

Cambridge

Job Location - State:

Massachusetts

Job Location - Postal Code:

02139-3563

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $62,500.00 - $140,000.00.

Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Union ranges will be in compliance with the collective bargaining agreement's approved rates by location and role. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and does not include bonuses or benefits.

Our work is very important to us, but so is our life outside of work. Draper supports many programs to improve work-life balance including workplace flexibility, employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga, health and finance workshops, off site social events and discounts to local museums and cultural activities.

Draper is committed to creating an inclusive environment. We understand the value of inclusivity and its impact on a high-performance culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Draper is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, please contact [e-mail].