Senior Power Electronics Engineer — Lead Systems

Bosch; Farmington Hills (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium health coverage

401(k) with generous matching

Financial planning resources

Paid time off

Parental leave

Life and disability protection

Job summary

Bosch in Farmington Hills is seeking a Sr. System Engineer - Power Electronics to lead the design and optimization of advanced power electronics for demanding industrial and automotive applications.

You will mentor junior engineers and drive projects from concept through production. The role requires deep expertise in DC-DC converters, AC-DC converters, and inverter topologies, plus rigorous circuit simulations (SPICE, MATLAB, Simulink).

Qualifications

• 8+ years of professional experience in power electronics design and development.
• Strong expertise in power conversion systems, including DC-DC converters, AC-DC converters, and inverters.
• Proficiency with circuit simulation and design tools such as SPICE, MATLAB, Simulink, and PCB design software.
• Solid understanding of power semiconductor devices (MOSFETs, IGBTs, diodes) and their applications.
• Experience with thermal analysis, thermal management, and reliability engineering.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct system-level integration and hardware testing.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Experience with technical documentation and design specification development.
• Proficiency in communicating complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize power electronics systems including DC-DC converters, AC-DC rectifiers, and inverter topologies.
• Conduct detailed circuit analysis and perform simulations using industry-standard tools such as SPICE, MATLAB, and Simulink
• Lead technical projects from concept through production, ensuring adherence to specifications, timelines, and quality standards
• Perform comprehensive testing, validation, and troubleshooting of power electronics hardware and control systems
• Analyze thermal management requirements and implement effective cooling strategies to ensure system reliability
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, including design specifications, test reports, and system architecture diagrams
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including firmware, mechanical, and manufacturing engineers to ensure seamless system integration
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and excellence
• Ensure all designs comply with relevant industry standards, safety regulations, and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) requirements
• Evaluate and recommend power semiconductor devices and components based on performance, cost, and reliability criteria

Skills

Power electronics design

System integration

Thermal management

Circuit simulation

Team leadership

Documentation

Tools

SPICE

MATLAB

Simulink

PCB design

Job description

Bosch in Farmington Hills is seeking a Sr. System Engineer - Power Electronics to lead the design and optimization of advanced power electronics for demanding industrial and automotive applications.

You will mentor junior engineers and drive projects from concept through production. The role requires deep expertise in DC-DC converters, AC-DC converters, and inverter topologies, plus rigorous circuit simulations (SPICE, MATLAB, Simulink).