Principal Power Electronics Engineer

Anysilicon; Campbell (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

ChargePoint is seeking a senior power electronics engineer to architect and design high-power EV charger systems, collaborating with mechanical, software, and testing teams. Focus areas include AC/DC and DC/DC conversions, power electronics топologies, and ensuring reliability under stress conditions.

The ideal candidate holds an MS in Electrical or Computer Engineering (PhD preferred) with 10+ years of experience in power electronics and a strong grasp of industry standards for consumer and

Qualifications

• MS degree required with PhD preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in power electronics product development.
• Experience in AC/DC and DC/DC power conversion systems.
• Strong electrical/electronic design skills and system-level tradeoffs knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Architect and design high-power AC and DC systems for EV chargers.
• Collaborate with engineers to develop high-power converters (AC/DC, DC/DC).
• Design advanced soft switching multi-level converters and grid-tie inverters per regulations.
• Oversee product design including modeling, component selection, schematic capture, PCB layout, and thermal design.
• Utilize power topologies and modeling tools to create efficient designs.
• Work with cross-functional teams to resolve design and testing challenges.
• Ensure product reliability under stress conditions.

Skills

Power electronics

Cross-functional teamwork

System-level design

AC/DC design

DC/DC design

EV charging

Education

MS in Electrical/Computer Engineering

PhD preferred

Job description

ChargePoint is a leading company in the electric vehicle (EV) charging industry, focused on making the transition to electric mobility seamless for businesses, fleets, and drivers. With a commitment to innovation and sustainability, ChargePoint is at the forefront of the EV revolution, offering a comprehensive range of hardware, software, and mobile solutions. The company values a positive work environment and is dedicated to inclusivity and diversity.

Responsibilities:

• Architect and design high-power AC and DC systems for consumer and commercial EV chargers.
• Collaborate with engineers to develop high-power AC to DC and DC to DC converters.
• Design advanced soft switching multi-level converters and grid-tie inverters compliant with regulations.
• Oversee all aspects of product design including modeling, component selection, schematic capture, PCB layout, and thermal design.
• Utilize various power topologies and modeling tools to create efficient designs.
• Work with cross-functional teams to resolve design and testing challenges.
• Ensure product reliability under stress conditions.

Qualifications:

• M.S. in Engineering (Electrical, Computer, or Electronics); PhD preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in power electronics product development.
• Strong electrical/electronic design skills and understanding of system-level engineering tradeoffs.
• Experience in AC/DC and DC/DC power conversion systems.

Skills:

• Ability to drive solutions across software, mechanical, power, and thermal domains.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams including mechanical, software, and testing.
• Current knowledge of industry standards for consumer and industrial products.
• Familiarity with EV charging standards is a plus.