Power Electronics Embedded Systems Engineer

magnapower; Flemington (NJ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

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Job summary

Magna-Power Electronics (MPE) in Flemington, NJ, seeks a Power Electronics Embedded Systems Engineer to join the R&D team and drive control algorithms and firmware for multi-kilowatt power supplies.

You will model in MATLAB/Simulink, generate production-ready C code, and work with TI C2000 MCUs, APIs, and high‑reliability hardware. Collaboration with engineering, test, and manufacturing is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Power Electronics, Electrical/Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• Five (5) plus years experience in Power Electronics Engineering.
• Circuit modeling and simulation experience (MATLAB, Simulink, Python) preferred.
• Experience with Texas Instrument microcontrollers, C2000 preferred.
• Experience with real-time operating systems.
• Experience with UART, SPI, and I2C.
• Exposure to Python programming
• Exposure to laboratory communications (SCPI, Labview, etc.)
• Familiarity with modern test equipment
• Experience with software development processes (GIT, issues tracking, etc.)

Responsibilities

• Build and refine closed-loop control models in MATLAB/Simulink with auto-generation of production-ready C code.
• Tune digital compensators (PI/PID, state-space, predictive) for high-bandwidth control.
• Write, optimize, and document bare-metal C for TI C2000 and other 32-bit MCUs.
• Develop low-level drivers (ADC, PWM, timers, SPI, I²C, UART, RS‑485, CAN, Ethernet) with deterministic execution.
• Implement high-resolution PWM strategies for hard-switched power electronics.
• Interface firmware with gate-driver, current-sense, voltage-sense, and isolation circuitry.
• Design 2- to 4-layer PCBs in Altium for mixed-signal and high-voltage layouts.
• Bring-up and debug prototypes with oscilloscopes and power analyzers.
• Author automated Python/LabVIEW scripts for regression tests and production programming.
• Generate detailed electrical specs, BOMs, and test plans; contribute to UL/IEC/CE compliance documentation and patent filings.
• Lead design reviews, mentor junior engineers, interface with suppliers and contract manufacturers to resolve DFM/DFA issues.
• Support field-failure analysis and sustainment engineering for products in volume production.

Skills

MATLAB/Simulink programming

Python

C programming

RTOS experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Power Electronics / Electrical/Computer Eng

Tools

TI C2000 MCU

Schematic capture tools

GIT

Job description

Magna-Power Electronics (MPE), a Flemington, New Jersey based electronics manufacturer, we believe that world-class engineering starts with a great team. We’re incredibly proud of the culture we’ve built, one that truly supports our people and has earned us award-winning workplace recognitions.

Now, as we continue to grow, we’re looking for a Power Electronics Embedded Systems Engineer to join our family. At MPE your expertise won't just sit on a shelf; it will power the future. You’ll be diving into exciting, globally impactful projects, shaping everything from electric vehicle powertrains and next-generation semiconductor fabrication to particle accelerators, cutting-edge energy research, and national defense. If you're looking for a place where your work matters and your team has your back, you've found it.

In the role of Power Electronics Embedded Systems Engineer, you will be an important part of Magna-Power's R&D team, creating the controls and integrating them with power electronics for multi-kilowatt programmable DC power supplies. You’ll model advanced control algorithms in MATLAB/Simulink, translate them into ultra-reliable C firmware on TI C2000 MCUs, and validate everything on custom PCBs you help design and debug. From concept through production, you’ll collaborate closely with power-electronics, test, and manufacturing teams to deliver the next generation of high-performance power solutions. Given the complex nature of the products, there will be significant hands‑on training and interaction with various Magna-Power teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Building and refining closed-loop control models in MATLAB/Simulink and auto-generation of production-ready C code.
• Tuning digital compensators (PI/PID, state-space, predictive) for high-bandwidth control
• Writing, optimize, and document bare-metal C for TI C2000 and other 32-bit MCUs.
• Developing low-level drivers (ADC, PWM, timers, SPI, I²C, UART, RS‑485, CAN, Ethernet) with deterministic execution and interrupt-safe design.
• Implementing high-resolution PWM strategies for hard-switched.
• Interfacing firmware with gate-driver, current‑sense, voltage‑sense, and isolation circuitry
• Characterizing converter efficiency, thermal performance, and dynamic response; iterate based on oscilloscope/logic‑analyzer captures.
• Designing 2- to 4‑layer PCBs in Altium for mixed‑signal and high‑voltage layouts
• Bring‑up and debug prototypes with oscilloscopes, isolated differential probes, power analyzers, and high‑bandwidth current probes.
• Authoring automated Python/LabVIEW scripts for regression tests and production programming.
• Generating detailed electrical specs, BOMs, and test plans; contribute to UL/IEC/CE compliance documentation and patent filings.
• Leading design reviews, mentor junior engineers, and interface with suppliers and contract manufacturers to resolve DFM/DFA issues.
• Supporting field‑failure analysis and sustainment engineering for products in volume production.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Power Electronics, Electrical/Computer Engineering, or a related field, Master's degree a plus.
• Five (5) plus years experience in Power Electronics Engineering
• Circuit modeling and simulation experience (MATLAB, Simulink, Python) preferred
• Experience with Texas Instrument microcontrollers, C2000 preferred
• Experience with hardware design and schematic capture tools
• Experience working with real-time operating systems
• Experiencing working with communication protocols such as UART, SPI, and I2C
• Exposure to Python programming
• Exposure to laboratory communications (SCPI, Labview, etc.)
• Familiarity with modern test equipment
• Experience with software development processes (GIT, issues tracking, etc.)
• Excellent written and verbal skills
• Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment
• Ability to learn new skills independently and assume new responsibilities

Perks & Benefits

In addition to your competitive compensation, Magna-Power provides a comprehensive total rewards package designed to help you thrive:

• Health & Wellness: Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.
• Financial Future: 401(k) plan with a competitive company match, plus Life/Supplemental insurance, Critical Illness & Accident plans, and FSA options.
• Work-Life Balance: Generous accrued paid time off to unplug and recharge, and a steady work schedule (Monday-Friday).
• Continuous Learning: Tuition reimbursement programs, certifications, conferences and additional learning opportunities to fuel your ongoing professional development and technical mastery.

An Inclusive Place to Build Your Career

We don't just build world‑class products; we build exceptional careers. If you are driven to learn and innovate, you will find unlimited growth potential here.

Innovation demands diverse perspectives and minds. Magna-Power Electronics is a proud equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, welcoming workplace. We proudly consider all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Should you require accommodations due to a disability at any time during the hiring and/or assessment process, we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.