Principal Power Electronics Engineer

Draper; Cambridge (MA); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 245,000; Full time

Job summary

Draper in Cambridge, MA, is seeking a Principal Precision Analog/Power Electronics Engineer to design, test, and validate advanced analog and power circuits for diverse applications, including battery management, motor control, and precision instrumentation.

You will own architectures, run simulations, develop layouts, mitigate risks, and mentor colleagues while collaborating with cross-functional teams in a mission-driven, security-cleared environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field required.
• 10+ years of electrical engineering experience.
• Experience in analog/power electronics design and validation.
• Ability to analyze hardware configurations and mitigate risks.

Responsibilities

• Design new products and develop specifications for production.
• Analyze hardware configurations and test conformance to specs.
• Drive solutions to complex problems and adapt to changing requirements.
• Develop architectures and SME-level designs for complex electronics.
• Support business development and proposal development.
• Identify technical risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Lead cross-functional teams and communicate status to stakeholders.

Skills

Schematic capture

PCB layout

Circuit simulation

MATLAB/Simulink

Analytical/problem-solving

Time management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

SPICE

PCB design software

Job description

Principal Power Electronics EngineerSkip to main content#Principal Power Electronics Engineer page is loaded## Principal Power Electronics EngineerApplyremote type: Onsite Requiredlocations: Cambridge, MAtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR002800**Overview:**Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. The 2,000+ employees of Draper tackle important national challenges with a promise of delivering successful and usable solutions. From military defense and space exploration to biomedical engineering, lives often depend on the solutions we provide. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists work in a collaborative environment that inspires the cross-fertilization of ideas necessary for true innovation. For more information about Draper, visit www.draper.com.**Job Description Summary:**A Principal Precision Analog/Power Electronics Engineer designs, specifies, develops, and tests analog/ power electronics for a wide array of applications, such as switched-mode power conversion, battery management circuitry, distributed power architectures, wireless power transfer, radiation hardened designs, motor controllers, low noise power conditioning for precision instrumentation, analog front ends, signal conditioning, analog-to-digital conversion, precision feedback systems, and dc/dc conversion. The engineer develops the architecture, designs these circuits, performs simulations, implements the physical layout, verifies and tests designs. They also perform a variety of engineering activities throughout the life cycle to support planning, design, test, deployment, and sustainment.**Job Description:****Duties/Responsibilities*** Designs new products and develops technical specifications for their production.* Analyzes hardware configuration and processing solutions and tests hardware conformance to specifications.* Independently drives solutions to complex problems - develops requirements, proposes ways forward when customer requirements are unclear or incomplete, and adapts appropriately to changes in requirements.* Subject Matter Expert (SME) able to develop advanced architectures and designs for complex electronics.* Supports business development activities including leading the development of proposals and engaging with sponsors.* Identifies program/system-level technical risks and develops and executes mitigation strategies.* Ability to manage multi-disciplinary tasks with cross functional teams and effectively communicates status to project leadership and customers.* Develops, documents, and teaches best practices to less experienced teammates; Demonstrates strong organization, planning, and time management skills to achieve program goals.* Perform other related duties as assigned.**Skills/Abilities*** Proficient with schematic capture and printed circuit board layout.* Ability to perform circuit simulation using Spice or other simulation tools.* System modeling and analysis experience using MATLAB, Simulink, or other comparable tools.* Ability to prioritize tasks* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.* Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.* Excellent time management skills.* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.* Eager to learn new technical skills and expand their depth/technical knowledge.**Education**Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related field required. Advanced degree preferred.**Experience**10+ years of experience in electrical engineering or related field.**Additional Job Description:**Applicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a US governement security clearance.Connect With Draper for Future Opportunities! If you don't find the right posting in our Career Opportunities, you may submit your resume for future consideration.**Job Location - City:**Cambridge**Job Location - State:**Massachusetts**Job Location - Postal Code:**02139-3563The US base salary range for this full-time position is$95,000.00 - $245,000.00*Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations.* *Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Union ranges will be in compliance with the collective bargaining agreement's approved rates by location and role. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and does not include bonuses or benefits.*Our work is very important to us, but so is our life outside of work. Draper supports many programs to improve work-life balance including workplace flexibility, employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga, health and finance workshops, off site social events and discounts to local museums and cultural activities. If this specific job opportunity and the chance to work at a nationally renowned R&D innovation company appeals to you, apply now www.draper.com/careers.Draper is committed to creating an inclusive environment. We understand the value of inclusivity and its impact on a high-performance culture. 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