Senior Power Electronics Control Engineer

magnapower; Flemington (NJ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness: Medical, Dental, &

401(k) plan with company match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement & conferences

Relocation stipend

Job summary

Magna-Power Electronics in Flemington, NJ is seeking a Senior Power Electronics Control Engineer to join the R&D team, developing controls for multi-kilowatt programmable DC power supplies using MATLAB/Simulink, and translating them into reliable C firmware on TI C2000 MCUs.

You will collaborate with power-electronics, test, and manufacturing teams to deliver high-performance power solutions, with hands-on PCB work and prototyping across hardware and software domains.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Power Electronics or related field; Master’s preferred.
• 5+ years in Power Electronics Engineering.
• Circuit modeling and auto C code generation; MATLAB/Simulink/Python.
• TI microcontrollers (C2000) experience.
• Hardware design and schematics, RTOS, and communication protocols.
• Python and LabVIEW familiarity; SCPI & test equipment knowledge.
• Strong English, teamwork, and onsite Flemington, NJ.

Responsibilities

• Build and refine closed-loop control models in MATLAB/Simulink and auto-generation of production-ready C code.
• Tune PI/PID/state-space/predictive controllers for high-bandwidth control.
• Write and optimize bare-metal C for TI C2000 and 32-bit MCUs.
• Develop low-level drivers (ADC, PWM, timers, SPI, I2C, UART, RS-485, CAN, Ethernet).
• Implement high-resolution PWM strategies for hard-switched power stages.
• Interface firmware with gate drivers, current/voltage sense, isolation circuitry.
• Design 2- to 4-layer PCBs in Altium for HV layouts.
• Prototype bring-up with oscilloscopes and power analyzers.
• Write Python/LabVIEW scripts for regression tests.
• Create electrical specs, BOMs, test plans; assist UL/IEC/CE docs and patents.
• Lead design reviews; mentor engineers; coordinate with suppliers.
• Support field-failure analysis for volume products.

Skills

Power electronics

Control systems

MATLAB/Simulink

C firmware

TI C2000 MCUs

Hardware design

RTOS

UART_SPI_I2C

Python

LabVIEW/SCPI

Education

Bachelor's in Power Electronics

Master's degree preferred

Tools

TI C2000

Altium Designer

Schematic capture

Job description

Job Description

Magna-Power Electronics (MPE), a Flemington, New Jersey based electronics manufacturer, we believe that world-class engineering starts with a great team. We’re incredibly proud of the culture we’ve built, one that truly supports our people and has earned us award-winning workplace recognitions.

Summary

In the role of Power Electronics Control Engineer, you will be an important part of Magna-Power's R&D team, creating the controls and integrating them with power electronics for multi-kilowatt programmable DC power supplies. You’ll model advanced control algorithms in MATLAB/Simulink, translate them into ultra-reliable C firmware on TI C2000 MCUs, and validate everything on custom PCBs you help design and debug. From concept through production, you’ll collaborate closely with power-electronics, test, and manufacturing teams to deliver the next generation of high-performance power solutions. Given the complex nature of the products, there will be significant hands‑on training and interaction with various Magna-Power teams.

Required Qualifications & Experience Must Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Power Electronics, Electrical/Computer Engineering, or a related field (Required); Master's degree (Preferred)
• Previous Experience: Five (5) + years professional work experience in Power Electronics Engineering, not including projects in school (Required)
• Circuit modeling and simulation experience and auto-generation of production-ready C code (Required); MATLAB, Simulink, Python (Preferred)
• Experience with Texas Instrument microcontrollers (Required); C2000 (Preferred)
• Experience with hardware design and schematic capture tools
• Experience working with real-time operating systems
• Experiencing working with communication protocols such as UART, SPI, and I2C
• Exposure and working knowledge of Python programming
• Exposure to laboratory communications (SCPI, Labview, etc.)
• Familiarity with modern test equipment
• Experience with software development processes (GIT, issues tracking, etc.)
• Excellent written and verbal English skills
• Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment
• Ability to learn new skills independently and assume new responsibilities
• Ability to work onsite in Flemington, NJ Headquarters

Key Responsibilities

• Building and refining closed-loop control models in MATLAB/Simulink and auto-generation of production-ready C code.
• Tuning digital compensators (PI/PID, state-space, predictive) for high-bandwidth control
• Write, optimize, and document bare-metal C for TI C2000 and other 32-bit MCUs.
• Developing low-level drivers (ADC, PWM, timers, SPI, I²C, UART, RS-485, CAN, Ethernet) with deterministic execution and interrupt-safe design.
• Implementing high-resolution PWM strategies for hard-switched.
• Interfacing firmware with gate-driver, current-sense, voltage-sense, and isolation circuitry
• Characterizing converter efficiency, thermal performance, and dynamic response; iterate based on oscilloscope/logic-analyzer captures.
• Designing 2- to 4-layer PCBs in Altium for mixed-signal and high-voltage layouts
• Bring-up and debug prototypes with oscilloscopes, isolated differential probes, power analyzers, and high-bandwidth current probes.
• Authoring automated Python/LabVIEW scripts for regression tests and production programming.
• Generating detailed electrical specs, BOMs, and test plans; contribute to UL/IEC/CE compliance documentation and patent filings.
• Leading design reviews, mentor junior engineers, and interface with suppliers and contract manufacturers to resolve DFM/DFA issues.
• Supporting field-failure analysis and sustainment engineering for products in volume production.

Perks & Benefits

In addition to your competitive compensation, Magna-Power provides a comprehensive total rewards package designed to help you thrive:

• Health & Wellness:Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.
• Financial Future:401(k) plan with a competitive company match, plus Life/Supplemental insurance, Critical Illness & Accident plans, and FSA options.
• Work-Life Balance:Generous accrued paid time off to unplug and recharge, and a steady work schedule (Monday-Friday Only).
• Continuous Learning:Tuition reimbursement programs, certifications, conferences and additional learning opportunities to fuel your ongoing professional development and technical mastery.
• Relocation Package: Reimbursement Stipend for relocation costs provided for eligible new hires (US Domestic Only / No Sponsorships Provided).

Now, as we continue to grow, we’re looking for a Senior Power Electronics Control Engineer to join our family. At MPE your expertise won't just sit on a shelf; it will power the future. You’ll be diving into exciting, globally impactful projects, shaping everything from electric vehicle powertrains and next-generation semiconductor fabrication to particle accelerators, cutting-edge energy research, and national defense. If you're looking for a place where your work matters and your team has your back, you've found it.

An Inclusive Place to Build Your Career

We don't just build world-class products; we build exceptional careers. If you are driven to learn and innovate, you will find unlimited growth potential here.

Innovation demands diverse perspectives and minds.

Magna-Power Electronics is a proud equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, welcoming workplace.

We proudly consider all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Should you require accommodations due to a disability at any time during the hiring and/or assessment process, we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.