Power Electronics Design & Test Aide

Vicor Corporation; Andover (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Vicor Corporation in Andover, MA is seeking an experienced engineer to support the design and development of new power supply products and to assist with existing products. Under supervision from engineers, you will perform complex tasks, evaluate and test products, generate test reports, and interface with internal teams.

Candidates should have 5+ years in analog or power electronics, proficiency with lab equipment, and knowledge of schematics, PCB layouts, and test specs.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of position related experience
• Strong knowledge of Analog or Power electronics circuits
• Proficient with standard electronic lab equipment: oscilloscopes, multi-meters, electronic loads, and power supplies
• Strong understanding of schematics, PCB layouts, circuit simulation, assembly drawings and test specifications
• Knowledge of component types and ratings. Understand voltage, power and current relationships, simple op amp theory, and transistor operation
• Excellent soldering and circuit prototyping skills
• Basic programming/scripting experience is a plus
• Requires strong written and verbal communication skills, including presentation skills
• Ability to understand and follow-through on both verbal and written instructions
• Strong interpersonal skills involving ability to work effectively cross-functionally
• Good computer skills, including the ability to access and utilize information from existing data base systems

Responsibilities

• Working under supervision from Engineers to perform a variety of complex and specialized tasks.
• Support Design Engineers with the design and development of new power supply products as well as the support of existing products.
• Perform evaluations, qualifications and testing on these products.
• Responsible for generating test reports and documentation packages for all new products.
• Be able to interface with internal organizations regarding product related issues

Skills

5+ years exp

Analog/Power electronics

Lab equipment

Schematic/PCB knowledge

Test/measurement

Prototyping/soldering

Basic programming

Cross-functional comms

Data base access

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Multi-meters

Electronic loads

Power supplies

Job description

Vicor Corporation in Andover, MA is seeking an experienced engineer to support the design and development of new power supply products and to assist with existing products. Under supervision from engineers, you will perform complex tasks, evaluate and test products, generate test reports, and interface with internal teams.

Candidates should have 5+ years in analog or power electronics, proficiency with lab equipment, and knowledge of schematics, PCB layouts, and test specs.