R&D Technician

XP Power; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

401(k) Match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

XP Power is seeking an Electrical Engineer to support the design, development and delivery of switch-mode power supplies for industrial, healthcare and technology apps. You will test, troubleshoot, calibrate, and repair AC-DC and DC-DC power modules, and collaborate with engineering teams to deliver robust designs.

Ideal candidates have an associate degree in electronics (bsc preferred) and hands-on lab experience with power electronics, high voltage systems and firmware debugging.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in electronic engineering or related discipline; BSc preferred.
• Knowledge of AC-DC and DC-DC converter topologies (fly-back, forward, boost, buck, buck-boost).
• Proficiency with lab equipment for power supply design and testing (oscilloscopes, DMMs, EMI analyzers, loads, sources).
• Experience with high voltage systems and firmware debugging is a plus.
• Strong English communication, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work in a cross-functional team in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Support electrical design, development and delivery of switch-mode power supplies.
• Test, troubleshoot, calibrate, and repair AC-DC and DC-DC power supplies.
• Build prototypes and verify against documentation.
• Collaborate with electrical and mechanical design teams to optimize solutions.
• Construct and test early prototype breadboards and magnetics.
• Perform fault reproduction, system characterization and root cause analysis.
• Deliver technical reports and participate in new product development during qualification.

Skills

AC-DC power conversion

Power electronics

Oscilloscopes

Troubleshooting

Firmware debugging

High voltage awareness

Team collaboration

English communication

Education

Associate degree in Electronic Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Oscilloscope

DMM

EMI analyzers

Job description

Company Description

We are committed to our culture that values Customer Focus, Flexibility, Knowledge, Speed and Integrity. Joining our team means you will work in a high performing global company where employees collaborate and strive for excellence.

Job Description

Reporting to the Engineering Manager, to support the electrical design, development and delivery of switch-mode power supplies used within Industrial, Healthcare and Technology applications. This poistion will require testing, troubleshooting, calibration, repairs of AC-DC and DC-DC power supplies. Key responsabiliutes will include but not limited to:

• Work in a R&D team of electrical, mechanical, manufacturing engineers and technicians on supporting product design in line with XP Core Values.
• Provide technical expertise in new basic product design and modification of existing products.
• Responsible for the building of prototypes to documentation
• Working closely with the electrical and mechanical design engineers and technicians to achieve the optimum solution
• Constructing and testing of early prototype breadboards and magnetics
• Perform fault reproduction, troubleshooting, system characterization, and root cause analysis of product issues, while ensuring efficient bug tracking and resolution.
• Deliver comprehensive technical reports
• Participate in new product development during the qualification phase for training and ramp-up.

Qualifications

• Minimum of associate’s degree in electronic engineering or a related technical discipline, Bsc is preffered.
• Knowledge of AC-DC and DC-DC power conversion circuit topologies, such as fly-back, forward, boost, buck, and buck-boost converters is highly preffered.
• Proficiency in using lab equipment for characterization and design of power supplies and systems (oscilloscopes, DMMs, EMI analyzers, loads, sources, etc.).
• Experience with high voltage systems and firmware debugging is a strong plus.
• Understanding of analog, mixed-signal, and/or power semiconductor operational characteristics, with the ability to apply fault isolation techniques at both component and board levels.
• Excellent communication skills in English, both written and verbal.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment and across functional departments.
• A proactive and aggressive attitude, with the ability to achieve goals in a fast-paced environment.

Additional Information

XP Power provides a safe and healthy working environment that is stimulating and collaborative, where employees are empowered to make a real difference. We place our people at the heart of everything we do. We understand that if we provide our people with the ultimate experience, they will provide the ultimate experience to our customers.

We also offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

• 100% Employer Paid Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance for full-time Employee-only coverage; you share the cost of coverage for your dependents
• Company Paid Bonus (Percentage dependent on Company profitability)
• Company 401(k) Match (up to 6%)
• Mental Health Benefits
• Paid Time Off (Accrued per pay period starting at 3 weeks per year)
• 13 Company Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off for Volunteer Work (up to 8 hours per year)
• Employer Paid Supplemental Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Veterinary Pet Insurance
• Company Social Events held throughout the year
• A Friendly Culture Where People Collaborate and Strive for Excellence