Power Electronics Engineer

Nexus Semiconductor Recruitment; California (MO); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of power solutions is seeking a Senior Power Electronics Engineer with expertise in AC-DC and DC-DC designs. The role involves hands-on PCB design and collaboration across engineering teams to develop high-efficiency converters for defense and aerospace applications. Ideal candidates have 5+ years of experience, proficiency in Altium, and strong problem-solving skills. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in power electronics design.
• Hands-on experience with PCB design and testing.
• Strong knowledge of power topologies and thermal management.

Responsibilities

• Design high-efficiency AC-DC and DC-DC power converters.
• Lead circuit design and ensure compliance with standards.
• Collaborate with teams to optimize power electronics designs.

Skills

Power electronics design

Altium expertise

Circuit simulation

Troubleshooting and testing

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Tools

Altium

SPICE

LTSpice

PLECS

Job description

A leading provider of high-performance power conversion solutions for mission-critical applications in defense, aerospace, and industrial sectors is seeking a Senior Power Electronics Engineer / Electrical Engineer to join their team. With decades of experience, this company specializes in the development of AC-DC and DC-DC power supplies designed for high-reliability environments where efficiency and performance are paramount.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Power Electronics Engineer / Electrical Engineer with a strong background in power supply design to join our engineering team. The ideal candidate will have experience in power electronics design, specializing in AC-DC power supplies and DC-DC converters. This role requires hands-on expertise in Altium for schematic capture and PCB layout and experience working within the defense and aerospace industries.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop high-efficiency AC-DC and DC-DC power converters for defense and aerospace applications.
• Lead circuit design, simulation, and validation of power electronics systems, ensuring compliance with military and aerospace standards.
• Perform hands-on PCB design using Altium, including schematic capture, layout, and design review for manufacturability and performance optimization.
• Conduct testing, troubleshooting, and validation of power electronics systems, including EMI/EMC compliance and thermal management considerations.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with mechanical, firmware, and systems engineering teams to optimize power electronics designs.
• Work with manufacturing teams to transition designs into production, ensuring reliability and repeatability.
• Provide technical leadership in power electronics innovation, efficiency improvements, and product lifecycle development.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in power electronics design with a focus on AC-DC power supplies and DC-DC converters.
• Expertise in Altium for schematic capture, PCB layout, and circuit analysis.
• Strong knowledge of power topologies (flyback, forward, buck, boost, LLC, etc.) and magnetic component selection.
• Experience with high-reliability designs, thermal management, and EMI/EMC mitigation techniques.
• Proficiency in circuit simulation tools (SPICE, LTSpice, PLECS, etc.).
• Hands-on experience with prototype development, debugging, and testing.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and documentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in the defense and aerospace industries, with a solid understanding of military/aerospace standards (MIL-STD-704, MIL-STD-461, DO-160, etc.).

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Design, Engineering, and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing, Electric Power Generation, and Defense and Space Manufacturing

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