Principal Electronic Engineer

Advanced Energy; Wilmington (MA); On-site; USD 170,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Tuition reimbursement

Vacation & holidays

Parental leave

Mental health coverage

Volunteer time off

Stock purchase plan

Job summary

Advanced Energy, a global leader in precision power conversion and control solutions, seeks a Principal Electrical Engineer in Wilmington, MA to drive design, development, testing, and delivery of high‑reliability products. You will interact with customers to translate requirements into innovative solutions and mentor engineers in a fast‑paced lab environment.

The role combines deep technical leadership with strategic thinking to solve complex problems, validate cutting‑edge concepts, and guide

Qualifications

• Deep knowledge of high‑voltage design practices and engineering processes.
• Expert-level power electronics design expertise.
• Experience with AC/DC and DC/DC SMPS topologies.
• EMI/EMC design, analysis, and mitigation experience.
• Magnetic component design and optimization.
• Power component selection (MOSFETs, GaN FETs, drivers).
• Control theory and Kalman filtering basics.
• Discrete analog/digital circuit design.
• Embedded systems design using microcontrollers or FPGA.
• PCB layout and noise mitigation techniques.
• Proficiency with simulation tools (PSIM, SIMPLIS, PLECS).

Responsibilities

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

Skills

High-voltage design

Power electronics

AC/DC and DC/DC

EMI/EMC

Magnetic components

MOSFETs/GaN FETs

Control systems

Embedded systems

PCB layout

Kalman filtering

Education

B.S. in Electrical or Computer Engineering

Tools

PSIM

SIMPLIS

PLECS

MATLAB

FPGA

Job description

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. 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

The Principal Electrical Engineer is a key technical leader who drives the design, development, testing, and delivery of innovative products and systems. In this highly visible role, you will work directly with customers to understand their challenges, translate requirements into impactful solutions, and help shape the future of our technology.

Combining technical expertise with strategic thinking, you will solve complex engineering problems, validate cutting‑edge concepts, and provide leadership and mentorship to engineers and engineering technicians. You will collaborate with customers, stakeholders, and senior leaders—both within Advanced Energy and externally—to deliver exceptional results and advance mission‑critical programs.

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
• Assume responsibility for the success of the product/system in the customers' applications and recommend/implement corrective actions as needed
• Follow 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
• Environment: Works in a noisy, fast‑paced power development lab and standard office environment
• Flexibility working across time zones as part of a global team, as required
• 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

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

• Comprehensive knowledge of kV high‑voltage design practices and engineering processes
• Expert‑level knowledge of power electronics design
• AC/DC and DC/DC switched‑mode power supply design
• EMI/EMC design, analysis, and mitigation
• Magnetic component design and optimization
• Power component selection, including MOSFETs, GaN FETs, gate drivers, capacitors, and related devices
• Feedback control analysis and control loop design
• Discrete analog and digital circuit design
• Embedded systems design using microcontrollers and/or FPGA architectures
• PCB layout, stack‑up design, and noise mitigation techniques
• Proficiency with simulation tools such as PSIM, SIMPLIS, PLECS, or equivalent
• Ability to perform statistical and mathematical analysis, including Kalman filtering and Gaussian denoising techniques
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and solve complex technical problems

Preferred

• Experience with MATLAB, Mathcad, or similar engineering tools
• Working knowledge of microcontroller and FPGA firmware development
• Understanding of EtherCAT and industrial communication protocols
• Experience with thermal design and thermal management techniques
• Experience designing products for safety, regulatory compliance, and certification
• Familiarity with IEC 61000, UL, and other applicable industry standards

EXPERIENCE

• 12+ years of electrical engineering experience, including high‑voltage (kV) power systems and power electronics design
• Experience with switch‑mode power supplies (SMPS) and power electronics applications
• Experience independently solving complex technical challenges and leading technical initiatives
• Experience managing multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
• Experience providing technical leadership, mentoring, and guidance to engineers and engineering technicians
• Experience influencing, negotiating, and driving solutions in complex technical environments
• Hands‑on laboratory, testing, debugging, and troubleshooting experience
• Experience developing product specifications, verification plans, and test procedures
• Experience with reliability and environmental testing, including HALT, HASS, and ALT methodologies
• Experience with DFM (Design for Manufacturability), DFT (Design for Testability), and FMEA (Failure Modes and Effects Analysis)

EDUCATION

• B.S. in Electrical or Computer Engineering or related field.

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 $170,000 to $220,000 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 - multiple medical plans are available to choose from
• 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 critical illness, accident and hospital indemnity, pet insurance, identity theft, and legal assistance

Advanced Energy is committed to diversity in its workforce including Equal Employment Opportunity for Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.

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].