Senior Staff Power Electronics Engineer

ChargePoint; United States; On-site; USD 204,000 - 270,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RSU grants

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Job summary

ChargePoint is seeking a Staff Power Electronics Engineer in Campbell, CA to lead the design of high-power AC/DC systems for consumer and commercial EV chargers. You will drive cross-functional collaboration across software, mechanical, and thermal teams to deliver robust, grid-compliant power electronics capable of 40–100 kW and beyond.

The role requires 12–15 years in power electronics with MS (PhD preferred) and hands-on expertise in high-power converters, PLECS/MATLAB/SPICE, and regulatory

Qualifications

• MS in Engineering or related field required; PhD preferred.
• Extensive experience bringing power electronics products to market.
• Ability to drive cross-functional solutions across software, mechanical and thermal domains.

Responsibilities

• Architect and design high-power AC and DC systems for EV chargers.
• Collaborate on development of high-power converters (AC/DC, DC/DC).
• Develop soft-switching and multi-level converters up to 2000 VDC.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and reliability under varying conditions.
• Model designs using PLECS, MATLAB, and SPICE; guide embedded control development.
• Work with cross-functional teams to resolve architectural and testing issues.

Skills

Power electronics

High-power design

Cross-functional teamwork

Regulatory compliance

Education

MS in Engineering

PhD preferred

Tools

PLECS

MATLAB

SPICE

Job description

About Us

With electric vehicles expected to be nearly 30% of new vehicle sales by 2025 and more than 50% by 2040, electric mobility is becoming a reality. ChargePoint (NYSE: CHPT) is at the center of this revolution, powering one of the world’s leading EV charging networks and a comprehensive set of hardware, software and mobile solutions for every charging need across North America and Europe. We bring together drivers, businesses, automakers, policymakers, utilities and other stakeholders to make e-mobility a global reality.

Since our founding in 2007, ChargePoint has focused solely on making the transition to electric easy for businesses, fleets and drivers. ChargePoint offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to create an all-electric future and a trillion-dollar market.

At ChargePoint, we foster a positive and productive work environment by committing to live our values of Be Courageous, Charge Together, Love our Customers, Operate with Openness, and Relentlessly Pursue Awesome. These values guide how we show up every day, align, and work together to build a brighter future for all of us.

Join the team that is building the EV charging industry and make your mark on how people and goods will get everywhere they need to go, in any context, for generations to come.

Reports To

Director, Product Engineering

What You Will Be Doing

ChargePoint is looking for a creative and versatile Staff Power Electronics Engineer to help ensure that our products meet high design, development, and production quality. The role will play a key cross-functional role to drive many aspects, including the development and production of high-quality power systems.

What You Will Bring to ChargePoint

• Architect and design high-power AC and DC systems for consumer and commercial EV chargers
• Collaborate with engineers in the development of high-power AC to DC and DC to DC converters
• Design and develop advanced soft-switching 40-100 kW, up to 2000 VDC multi-level converters
• Design and develop a multi-level 100-200 kW, up to 2000 VDC four-quadrant grid-tie inverter complying with grid-interactive regulations in the EU and NA
• Responsible for all aspects of product design, including modelling, key component selection, schematic capture, PCB layout, code development, magnetics design, thermal design, regulatory and compliance considerations, and DFM
• Utilize power topologies such as LLC, phase-shifted full bridge, flyback, forward, multi-level converters, including PFC (single-phase and three-phase), and associated techniques such as ZVS/ZCS
• Model power designs using analysis tools such as PLECS, MATLAB, and Spice. Create designs based on both off-the-shelf integrated circuit controllers, FPGAs / PLDs, and DSP digital control using embedded software development experience
• Work effectively with cross-functional teams to resolve early (architectural) and late (lab, test & validation)
• Ensure high reliability of the product under stress conditions and environments for extended periods

Requirements

• M.S. required (PhD desired) in Engineering (electrical, computer, or electronics)
• 12-15 years of experience in bringing power electronics products to market
• Strong electrical/electronic design skills and understanding of system-level engineering trade-offs
• Experience designing AC/DC and DC/DC power conversion systems
• Able to drive solutions across software, mechanical, power, and thermal boundaries to ensure great results
• Experience working with cross-functional teams: mechanical, software, and test
• Current knowledge of industry standards for consumer and industrial products
• Knowledge of EV charging standards is a plus
• Some travel is expected.

Location

Campbell, CA

The base salary range for this role is $204,347 – $270,250 per year. In addition, this position is eligible for a new hire RSU grant and annual merit-based RSU grants. The company offers a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k); paid time off; parental leave; life and disability insurance; and wellness resources. Compensation may be adjusted based on work location.

We are committed to an inclusive and diverse team. ChargePoint is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status or any legally protected status.

If there is a match between your experiences/skills and the Company needs, we will contact you directly.

ChargePoint is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes and supports all qualified individuals. In alignment with this commitment, we ensure that persons with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations throughout the employment process.

ChargePoint is an equal opportunity employer.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, or to access any other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact us at [e-mail].