Principal Electrical Engineer

Advanced Energy; Wilmington (MA); On-site; USD 165,000 - 215,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid vacation

Job summary

Advanced Energy in Wilmington, MA is seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer to lead cross‑functional design from concept through production. You will guide complex power conversion projects, mentor engineers, and collaborate with customers to translate requirements into robust, manufacturable solutions.

You will influence product direction, ensure performance, reliability and compliance, and work with manufacturing and supply chain to drive cost reductions while maintaining quality and schedule

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering required.
• 10+ years of professional engineering experience.
• Strong problem-solving and mentoring abilities.
• Experience with leading cross-functional projects and communicating with customers.

Responsibilities

• Design and analyze systems, products, and subsystems to specification, cost, schedule and quality goals.
• Diagnose issues across design, field performance, reliability and test yields and implement corrective actions.
• Own the success of the product/system in customer applications and drive improvements as needed.
• Follow Product Development Process and ECO processes.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and supply chain to reduce costs and improve manufacturability and quality.

Skills

Power electronics

AC/DC design

EMI/EMC design

Thermal design

Mentoring

Project leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Simulation packages

Job description

Principal Electrical Engineer

ABOUT ADVANCED ENERGY

Advanced Energy (Nasdaq: AEIS) is a global leader in the design and manufacturing of highly engineered, precision power conversion, measurement and control solutions for mission-critical applications and processes. AE’s power solutions enable customer innovation in complex applications for a wide range of industries including semiconductor equipment, industrial, manufacturing, telecommunications, data center computing and healthcare. With engineering know-how and responsive service and support around the globe, the company builds collaborative partnerships to meet technology advances, propel growth for its customers and innovate the future of power. Advanced Energy has devoted four decades to perfecting power for its global customers and is headquartered in Denver, Colorado.

WHY BE A PART OF ADVANCED ENERGY?

Some people say it's like working in the best of two worlds. We operate like an agile, growing, small company - you can see your work make a difference to the company every day. Things move quickly and you can see and feel it. At the same time, we're a global company founded in 1981 and have been publicly traded for more than 28 years. We have a strong cash position, deep trust and partnership with leading customers, a global best-in-class operations capability, and a proven leadership team. We have a track record and resources to make things happen both organically and inorganically. Being part of a nimble company with a solid foundation attracts team members that are capable, driven and like a challenge. Our employees collaborate and know how to have fun inventing, working, building and winning together. At our core, we are Advanced Energy - powering the future, together.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Based in Wilmington, MA, the Principal Electrical Engineer will play a critical role in shaping innovative power and electrical solutions from concept through production. In this highly visible position, you'll lead complex engineering initiatives across applied research, design, development, testing, manufacturing, and product documentation, helping bring cutting-edge technologies to market.

You'll work directly with customers to understand their technical requirements, translate needs into effective engineering solutions, and influence product direction. Leveraging your technical expertise and systems-level thinking, you'll identify design challenges, recommend innovative solutions, and evaluate how engineering decisions impact product performance, manufacturability, reliability, and the overall customer experience.

As a technical leader, you'll provide guidance and mentorship to engineers and engineering technicians, helping drive project success while fostering technical excellence across the team. You'll collaborate with senior leaders, customers, and cross-functional stakeholders both inside and outside the organization, serving as a trusted expert and key contributor to strategic engineering efforts.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced engineer who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, leading high-impact projects, influencing product innovation, and working closely with customers to develop solutions that make a real difference.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for the design and analysis of systems, products, and subsystems/circuits to specification, cost, budget, schedule, and quality goals.

• Responsible to diagnose issues of diverse scope with design, field performance, reliability and test yields of products and recommend/implement corrective actions to address

• Assumes responsibility for the success of the product/system in the customers' applications and recommend/implement corrective actions as needed

• Follows key engineering procedures in the Product Development Process and ECO process

• Work with manufacturing locations and supply chain groups to implement cost reductions, manufacturability improvements, and quality improvements for existing products

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Location: Wilmington, MA

• Works in a standard office environment or engineering lab

• Uses electronic equipment and can work with high voltage

• Domestic and international travel of up to 10%

• Interfaces with internal and external customers

• Onsite technical support at customer locations

EXPERIENCE:

Essential

• Proven professional skills as an experienced engineer with a full understanding of medical practices and company policies/procedures (10+ years of experience)

• Ability to solve complex technical problems independently

• Ability to manage multiple projects at one time

• Good verbal, written communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to provide technical mentoring other team members

• Experience with influencing and negotiating in complex situations

Desirable

• Power electronics design

• AC/DC and DC/DC switched mode power supply design

• Power Factor Correction design

• EMI and EMC design and resolution

• Magnetic Design

• RF Power Design

• Simulation Package Expertise

• Designing for Safety and Compliance (Medical background a plus)

• Understanding of firmware and coding

• Designing for thermals

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent)

COMPENSATION:

As required by multiple state pay transparency laws, Advanced Energy provides a reasonable range of compensation for each job posting. Actual compensation is influenced by an array of factors including, but not limited to, skill set, level of experience, and specific office location. The range of starting pay for this role is $165,000 to $215,000 per year.

BENEFITS:

As part of our total rewards philosophy, we believe in offering and maintaining competitive compensation and benefits programs for our employees to attract and retain a talented, highly engaged workforce. Our compensation programs are focused on equitable, fair pay practices including market-based base pay, an annual pay-for-performance incentive plan, and discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

In addition to our competitive compensation practices, we offer a strong benefits package in each of the countries in which we operate. In the U.S., we offer a rich benefits package that includes:

• Medical - 4 different health care plan options, dental, and vision

• Short and long-term disability and life insurance

• Health savings and flexible spending accounts

• Generous time off policy starting with 3 weeks of paid vacation, 7 days of paid sick time, and 12 paid holidays

• 8 hours of paid volunteer time off

• 8 weeks of paid parental leave for both parents

• Company matched 401(k)

• Tuition reimbursement

• Expanded mental health coverage and employee assistance programs

• Other voluntary benefits include voluntary options such as critical illness, accident and hospital indemnity, pet insurance, identity theft, and legal assistance

Advanced Energy is committed to diversity in its workforce including Equal Opportunity Employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, and/or veteran status.

Advanced Energy is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our job application process/procedures for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance in completing an Advanced Energy application, please reach out to [e-mail].