Power Electronics & Thermal Design Engineer (Hybrid)

Applied Engineering, Inc.

Milwaukee (WI)

Hybrid

USD 55,000 - 83,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule

Relocation assistance

Continuing Education Support

Competitive salary

Job summary

Applied Engineering, Inc. is seeking an Electrical Design Engineer focused on Power Electronics & Thermal Systems in Wisconsin. You will design, model, and optimize electrical systems, applying power-conversion theory to enhance performance and reliability.

The role involves CFD/CFX cooling analysis, high‑frequency busbar work, and collaboration with suppliers and internal teams. The position offers a hybrid schedule with travel to Minnesota as needed; relocation assistance and continuing

Qualifications

BS in Electrical Engineering required.
4+ years electrical engineering experience.
Experience with electrical design, modeling, and documentation.
Knowledge of power conversion theory and high‑power electrical systems.
Experience with power electronics, including IGBT‑based systems and high‑frequency switching architectures.
Experience with high‑frequency busbars, skin‑effect considerations, materials, and topology optimization.
CFD/CFX experience for electronics cooling and thermal management.
Familiarity with sustaining engineering and cost-reduction initiatives.
Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

Drive cost savings, margin improvement, and design enhancements across electrical systems and product lines.
Perform electrical design, modeling, and analysis for new products and existing electrical assemblies.
Apply power conversion theory to optimize system performance, reliability, and efficiency.
Design and analyze power‑electronics systems, including IGBT‑based topologies and high‑frequency switching architectures.
Develop and optimize high‑frequency busbar designs with skin‑effect considerations, materials, and topology improvements.
Support R&D initiatives and early‑stage electrical design.
Conduct CFD/CFX analysis to evaluate electronics cooling, airflow, and thermal performance.
Design and validate electronics cooling strategies and thermal‑management solutions for high‑power assemblies.
Contribute to sustaining engineering and cost‑reduction initiatives.
Collaborate with suppliers and internal partners to resolve design challenges and improve manufacturability.
Work with Applied partners and teams.
Participate in projects impacting communities in the Midwest.
Apply your skills in a dynamic environment that values ownership and innovation.