Power Electronics Tech Lead: High‑Power Converters & SiC/GaN

mainstreamengr; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Mainstream Engineering is seeking a Technology Leader – Power Electronics to spearhead development of next-generation power conversion technologies for commercial, industrial, and defense applications.

In this highly visible technical leadership role, you will mentor engineers, guide product lifecycle from concept to production, and drive architectures for AC/DC, DC-DC, DC-AC converters up to 150 kW, while advancing SiC/GaN tech.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university with GPA ≥ 3.3.
• Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience designing and developing power electronic systems.
• Experience with 100 kW+ power conversion equipment.
• Strong background in VFDs and motor control systems.
• US Citizenship is required due to ITAR.

Responsibilities

• Lead architecture, design, and testing of high‑power converters from 1 kW to 150+ kW.
• Drive development of motor drive systems from 10,000 RPM to 150,000 RPM.
• Develop digital control algorithms and closed‑loop control strategies.
• Oversee PCB design, fabrication, and validation for analog/mixed‑signal boards.
• Develop embedded control systems using DSPs, MCUs, and FPGA.
• Mentor engineers and collaborate with mechanical/thermal teams.
• Support business development with technical input for proposals.

Skills

Power electronics

Leadership

Mentoring

Embedded control

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's degree or PhD (preferred)

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

LTspice

PLECS

Job description

Mainstream Engineering is seeking a Technology Leader – Power Electronics to spearhead development of next-generation power conversion technologies for commercial, industrial, and defense applications.

In this highly visible technical leadership role, you will mentor engineers, guide product lifecycle from concept to production, and drive architectures for AC/DC, DC-DC, DC-AC converters up to 150 kW, while advancing SiC/GaN tech.