Senior Power Electronics Engineer

AMETEK, Inc.; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

AMETEK, Inc.'s IntelliPower team in Irvine designs high-performance, ruggedized UPS and power conversion solutions for mission-critical operations. The role involves contributing to both legacy designs and state-of-the-art power conversion systems, from concept through testing and qualification, with on-site work in Irvine and Orange, CA.

Ideal candidates have 7+ years in power electronics, proficiency with DSPs, PSPICE, MATLAB/Simulink, and a track record of delivering products through full

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, or related engineering discipline.
• 7+ years of hands-on experience in Power Electronics, controls, and on-line dual conversion UPS.
• Technical expertise in power electronics and converters, DSP interface, digital/analog control loops, magnetics and battery energy storage.
• Experience with Battery Energy storage systems (e.g., Lead Acid, Lithium Iron Phosphate) for back-up UPS power.
• Proficiency with oscilloscope, power supplies, signal generators, and circuits.
• Proficiency with PSPICE, MATLAB/Simulink, etc.
• Deep expertise in power switches, such as MOSFETs, IGBTs, SCRs, SiC technology.
• Ability to independently design, develop and test the circuit boards and systems.
• Hands-on experience in validation, verification processes and qualify new, or alternate components.
• Knowledge of 1-phase and 3-phase PFC Converter; 1-phase and 3-phase Inverter; DC-DC High Frequency Converter and Buck/Boost battery Charger/Discharger. Power rating is from 500 watt to 20 kW.
• Design/test for EMI filter.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Due to the nature of IntelliPower programs and products, applicants must have the legal right to work in the U.S. and additionally must be legally authorized to access export-controlled information and source code.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the legacy products and contribute to the new R&D projects.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop system level testing and validation.
• Combine legacy boards and products with the newly designed systems to realize a new operating product.
• Conduct troubleshooting and root cause analysis of circuits and boards failures.
• Analyze components stress, requirements, and select the appropriate parts.
• Perform full product lifecycle which includes: initial design, design verification, qualification, initial production, and integration.
• Other tasks assigned by management.

Skills

Power electronics

Digital/Analog control

Battery energy storage

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

PSPICE

MATLAB/Simulink

Altium

PCB design & layout

Job description

Job Title: Senior Power Electronics Engineer

Location: Irvine, CA, US, 92614

Business Unit: Energy Conversion Solutions

Posting Date: Jul 7, 2026

Job Description: About Us:
Join our AMETEK IntelliPower team, where we design and deliver high-performance, ruggedized uninterruptible power systems (UPS) and frequency/voltage conversion solutions to safeguard mission-critical operations. Be a part of a team that ensures the reliability and protection of essential systems in the toughest environments, making a direct impact on critical industries worldwide!

Job Summary:
The qualified candidate should have hands-on experience with Digital/Analog power electronics circuits. He/ She should be able to contribute to both existing legacy circuits, and to the design and development of the state-of-the-art Power Conversion Systems. The product line particularly consists of on-line Double Conversion Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS), and the related support circuitry. Candidates will be involved in every part of the development cycle from conceptual design to the implementation, testing, qualification, and on-time delivery. Candidates must be able to commute to offices in Irvine, CA and Orange, CA.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain the legacy products and contribute to the new R&D projects.


• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop system level testing and validation.


• Combine legacy boards and products with the newly designed systems to realize a new operating product.


• Conduct troubleshooting and root cause analysis of circuits and boards failures.


• Analyze components stress, requirements, and select the appropriate parts.


• Perform full product lifecycle which includes: initial design, design verification, qualification, initial production, and integration.


• Other tasks assigned by management.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.


• Minimum of 7 years of hands-on experience in Power Electronics, controls, and on-line dual conversion UPS.


• Technical expertise in Power Electronics and converters, DSP interface, Digital and analog control loops, Magnetics (both high and low frequency inductors and transformers) and Battery energy storage.


• Experience with Battery Energy storage systems (e.g. Lead Acid, Lithium Iron Phosphate etc.) for back-up UPS power.


• Proficiency with oscilloscope, supply sources, signal generators, and circuits.


• Proficiency with component modeling using PSPICE, MATLAB/Simulink etc.


• Deep expertise in power switches, such as MOSFETs, IGBTs, SCRs, SiC technology.


• Ability to independently design, develop and test the circuit boards and systems.


• Hands-on experience in validation, verification processes and qualify new, or alternate components.


• Knowledge of 1-phase and 3-phase PFC Converter; 1-phase and 3-phase Inverter; DC-DC High Frequency Converter and Buck/Boost battery Charger/Discharger. Power rating is from 500 watt to 20 kW.


• Design/test for EMI filter.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). distilling date and generating test reports and presentations.


• Due to the nature of IntelliPower programs and products, applicants must have the legal right to work in the U.S. and additionally must be legally authorized to access export-controlled information and source code.

Desired Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, particularly with a focus on power electronics.


• Familiarity with protocols such as RS232, CAN, SPI.


• Familiar with various control loop designs (e.g. PI, PID, Feed forward, LC and LCL filter design, etc.)


• Experience working with MIL-STD-461F, MIL-STD-1399-300B, MIL-STD-810G, MIL-STD-167A, etc.


• Experience in relevant or similar industries such as motor drives, power supplies, etc.


• Expertise in EMI design and practical troubleshooting.


• Comprehensive experience with the complete product lifecycle.


• Proficiency in PCB design and layout using Altium.


• Expertise in design inductors and transformers, including high-frequency applications.


• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

What’s in It for You:

• Competitive compensation, holiday pay, and paid time off.


• Great benefits package that includes health, vision, and dental insurance.


• 401(k), plus matching.


• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs), health savings account (HSA) with AMETEK contribution, life insurance, disability insurance, and family medical leave.


• Employee referral program.


• Tuition reimbursement program.


• Employee assistance program.


• Exciting, fast-paced environment where you could make a true impact.


• Opportunities for career advancement within our business unit and across all other AMETEK business entities.

Additional Details:

This role is in Irvine, California. Irvine is a dynamic city offering a blend of innovation and nature. With a thriving business community, excellent schools, and a wide range of parks and outdoor activities, it's an ideal place to work and live. Enjoy a vibrant cultural scene, diverse dining options, and convenient access to Southern California's attractions. Irvine combines the best of urban living with natural beauty.

To learn more about our company and our job opportunities, visit us at: https://www.ametek.com/careers

To learn more about the business unit you’ll be joining, visit us at: IntelliPower: https://www.intellipower.com/

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