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Senior Electrical Engineer

RCT Systems

Baltimore (MD)

On-site

USD 110,000 - 150,000

Full time

30+ days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join their Power Systems Division in Baltimore. This role involves the design and testing of advanced power electronic converters, DSP-based control algorithms, and FPGA integration. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in embedded software and power systems, contributing to innovative projects in the defense sector. With a competitive benefits package, this position offers a unique opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology that impacts military and aerospace applications. If you're passionate about engineering and ready to take on exciting challenges, this role is for you.

Benefits

Medical Coverage

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

Generous PTO

Sick Time

Life Insurance

Flexible Schedules

Qualifications

8+ years of experience in electrical engineering with a focus on power systems.
Experience with DSPs, FPGAs, and embedded control algorithms.

Responsibilities

Design and test PCB for SiC based power electronic converters.
Develop control algorithms for high power converters.

Skills

Embedded Software for Motor Drives

Programming Microcontrollers

DSP Development

FPGA Development

Control PCB Design

Education

Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering

Master's in Electrical Engineering

PhD in Electrical Engineering

Tools

OPAL-RT

Typhoon

MyWay PE Expert

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RCT Systems Is Seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer Specializing In Microcontroller, DSP, And/or FPGA System Integration And Development In Our Power Systems Division. This Position Is Located In Baltimore, MD And On-site Presence Is Necessary. More Specifically, a Qualified Electrical Engineer Candidate Will Be Involved In

Control PCB design and testing of SiC based power electronic converter topologies including active rectifiers, isolated DC-DC converters, solid-state-transformers, and high-speed motor drives
Design and test DSP based digital control algorithms, FPGA supported pulse-width-modulators, and development of computer-based interface for digital control PCBs
Detailed digital control PCB designs including integration of FPGAs, A/D converters, and communications protocols including CAN, RS485, Modbus, and high-speed fiber
Design embedded control algorithms, harmonic compensators, software PLLs, and other embedded algorithms
Develop Controller-Hardware-in-the-Loop test setups, control PCBs, and control algorithms

Minimum Requirements:

BS in electrical engineering, computer science, or related major required, with minimum 3.3 GPA. MS and PhDs a plus
8 years of progressively responsible experience as an Electrical Engineer. Hands-on power systems experience, preferred
Ability to obtain a DoD security clearance

Preference may be given to candidates with:

Experience applying embedded software for motor drives, ac-dc, and dc-ac conversion
Experience programming various microcontrollers, DSPs, and FPGAs. Direct work with TI C2000 DSPs and Altera FPGAs, a plus
Hands-on experience with OPAL-RT, Typhoon, or other HIL platforms

Immediate Requirements/Projects include:

Development of computer software interfaces for controlling high power converters
FPGA and DSP development of AC-DC and DC-DC control algorithms
Power levels 50kW to 500kW converters/inverters that are linked together for higher power levels up in MWs
Typhoon and MyWay PE Expert Controller-Hardware-in-the-loop development of a modular multi-level converter and real-time model implementations
Navy (surface & sub), Army vehicles and infrastructure, Aircraft

RCT Offers a Competitive Benefits Package That Includes

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
Generous PTO and Sick Time
Life Insurance
Flexible schedules available

RCT Systems is committed and proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex (to include pregnancy and related conditions, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other federally protected class.

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