Senior Principal Power Engineer

ManpowerGroup; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Prescription Drug Plans

Dental Plan

Vision Plan

401(k) Plus Match

Weekly Pay

Job summary

ManpowerGroup’s client seeks a Senior Principal Power Engineer in San Jose, CA to architect and implement advanced power systems for servers and data center hardware. You will work across teams on high-density, multi-phase power designs, ensuring thermal integrity and reliability, while guiding cross-functional collaboration and customer engagements.

The role emphasizes deep power electronics expertise, system architecture, and hands-on design using Cadence Allegro and LTspice, with a focus on

Qualifications

• 10+ years in the industry with 5+ years in power supply design and system architecture.
• Deep understanding of high power, low noise, high-density designs with simulations and testing.
• Experience with high current multi-phase power systems (>500W).

Responsibilities

• Architect and support advanced power systems for networking, storage and servers.
• Develop hardware integrated into platform designs (processors, FPGAs, memory, PCB).
• Collaborate across teams to drive system architecture from rack to board level.
• Ensure thermal, safety and power requirements are met; define test plans.
• Engage with customers and suppliers to steer power solution roadmaps.

Skills

Power systems

Power supply design

System architecture

Thermal design

PCB layout

High current

Cross-functional

Communication skills

Simulation

Problem solving

Tools

Cadence Allegro

DxDesigner

LTspice

Spice

Job description

Our client, a leading organization in the technology and data center industry, is seeking a dedicated and innovative Senior Principal Power Engineer to join their dynamic team. As a Senior Principal Power Engineer, you will be an integral part of the engineering department supporting cutting-edge power system solutions. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong technical expertise, collaborative spirit, and a proactive approach, which will align successfully within the organization.

Job Title: Senior Principal Power Engineer

Location: San Jose, California

What's the Job?

• Architect, implement, and support advanced power system solutions for networking, storage, and server systems, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
• Develop hardware solutions integrated into platform designs, including processors, high-speed serial interfaces, NPUs, FPGAs, high-speed memory, and PCB layout.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to drive system architecture of multi-tiered power networks, from rack-level power distribution to board-level solutions.
• Work closely with engineering and manufacturing teams to meet system specifications, thermal, safety, and power requirements.
• Engage with customers and suppliers to lead power solution architecture, contribute to technology roadmaps, and support industry initiatives.

What's Needed?

• 10+ years of industry experience with at least 5+ years in power supply design and system architecture.
• Deep understanding of high power, low noise, efficient, high-density power design, including relevant simulations and testing.
• Proficiency in power conversion, component selection, circuit simulation tools like Spice and LTspice, and PCB layout with Cadence Allegro and DxDesigner.
• Experience with high current multi-phase power systems (>500W), power-up sequencing, and thermal design principles.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to produce detailed specifications, test plans, and collaborate effectively across teams.

What's in it for me?

• Opportunity to work on innovative projects at the forefront of data center and high-performance computing technology.
• Collaborate with a talented, diverse team of professionals dedicated to excellence and continuous improvement.
• Engage in industry-leading initiatives and contribute to the development of cutting-edge power solutions.
• Grow your expertise in a supportive environment that values innovation and professional development.
• Be part of a global organization committed to responsible business practices and inclusion.

Upon completion of waiting period consultants are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Health Savings Account
• Health Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Business Travel Insurance
• 401(k), Plus Match
• Weekly Pay

About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis and Talent Solutions.

Experis® is a global leader in technology services and part of the ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN) family of brands. We connect skilled technology professionals with meaningful opportunities where they can grow their careers, expand their expertise and make a real impact. Guided by the belief that it takes Human Ingenuity to unlock the true potential of technology, Experis helps people gain experience with leading organizations, build sought-after skills and take the next step toward a brighter future. Backed by ManpowerGroup's 75+ years of workforce expertise and global reach across more than 70 countries and territories, Experis brings the scale, insight and opportunity to help people and businesses thrive. ManpowerGroup is consistently recognized for its commitment to inclusion, ethics and responsible business, including being named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies. Learn more at Experis.com.