Senior Electrical Engineer - Field Applications

SynQor, Inc.; Boxborough (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a senior electrical engineer with robust expertise in power electronics. This exciting role involves providing technical support to customers, writing essential technical documentation, and performing lab testing to address customer inquiries. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in DC-DC and AC-DC converter design, coupled with the ability to operate various lab equipment. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will directly impact innovative projects in the power electronics sector. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and are passionate about engineering, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in power electronics required.
• BS or MS in Electrical Engineering is necessary.
• Ability to operate lab equipment and use MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to customers via email and phone.
• Assist in writing technical documents and application notes.
• Perform lab testing and design evaluation boards.

Skills

Power Electronics

DC-DC Converter Design

AC-DC Converter Design

Analytical Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Flexibility

Detail Oriented

Self-Starter

Mechanical Performance Understanding

Education

Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering

Master's in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Oscilloscope

Power Supplies

Electronic Loads

Multimeters

Soldering Equipment

MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Schematic Capture Software

PCB Layout Software

MathCad

Spice

Job description

SynQor is looking for a senior electrical engineer with a strong background in power electronics. The successful candidate must have DC-DC converter or AC-DC converter design experience. The responsibilities of an experienced Field Application Engineer include:

• Providing technical support to customers by responding to their email inquiries and phone calls. This can include, for example, bench testing, analysis and simulation.
• Providing technical support to Quality and Reliability team.
• Writing or assisting with writing technical documents, including application notes, training materials, technical marketing materials, and product datasheets.
• Performing lab testing in support of customer inquiries and technical documentation.
• Design and validate evaluation boards and other test hardware.

Skills and Experience:

Required:

• BS or MS in Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum of five years of experience working with power electronics.
• Understand analog and power electronics.
• Understand DC/DC, AC/DC, and DC/AC power converters.
• Understand mechanical and thermal performance parameters.
• Ability to evaluate power circuit designs and apply analytical problem solving skills.
• Ability to operate various types of lab equipment including oscilloscopes, power supplies, electronic loads, multimeters, and soldering equipment.
• Ability to use MS Office applications such as Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Good social skills, works well in a team environment.
• Willing to learn new things and be flexible.
• Likes a variety of assignments.
• Strong work ethic and self-starter, requiring minimal supervision.
• Well organized, detail oriented.

Desired:

• Understand various industrial, medical, telecom, and military power specifications.
• Ability to use schematic capture and PCB layout software a plus.
• Ability to use simulation and analysis tools such as MathCad, Spice, Microcap, or Simplis a plus.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.