Sr. Power Electronics Engineer

Physics World; Lake Forest (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and sick leave

Holiday time

Wellness program

Parental leave

Equity participation

Job summary

TAE Technologies in Southern California is seeking an experienced power electronics design engineer to lead the design of high-current, high-voltage power supplies from concept to completion. You will model topologies, develop control algorithms, and ensure safe, reliable operation for fusion research applications.

Responsibilities include grid-connected system simulations, EMI/EMC considerations, and collaboration with vendors.

Qualifications

• Bachelors in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Experience in high- voltage/high-current power systems preferred.
• Knowledge of power electronics, modeling, and design optimization.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop high-current/high-voltage power supplies from concept to completion.
• Model power electronics system designs and topologies.
• Develop control and protection algorithms for loads and power supplies.
• Simulate grid-connected systems to meet Utility requirements.
• Ensure safety engineering for HV/HV power supplies.
• Liaise with vendors for equipment development and supply.
• Manage contracts through the project lifecycle.

Skills

MATLAB/Simulink

Python

FPGA development

Control algorithms

EMI/EMC awareness

Grid-connected systems

Superconducting magnets

Safety design

AutoCAD

SolidWorks Electrical

Altium

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Power electronics emphasis

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

Python

LabVIEW

AutoCAD

SolidWorks Electrical

Altium

Job description

Do Epic Science

TAE is the world’s first private fusion energy company, founded in 1998 to commercialize the cleanest, safest, most affordable, and sustainable form of carbon‑free power. We are applying science and engineering to design transformational technologies. Whether it's harnessing fusion through the science of stars, making exponential leaps in power efficiency, or innovating medical care with a novel cancer treatment: We’re turning the promise of science into reality.

Job Details

TAE is the world’s first private fusion energy company, founded in 1998 to commercialize the cleanest, safest, most affordable, and sustainable form of carbon‑free power. We are applying science and engineering to design transformational technologies. Whether it's harnessing fusion through the science of stars, making exponential leaps in power efficiency, or innovating medical care with a novel cancer treatment: We’re turning the promise of science into reality.

We’re looking for candidates who are passionate about realizing our mission: A future where all people have affordable access to reliable, abundant, and environmentally friendly fusion‑generated electricity.

Applies expertise in the design, development, supply and operation of high-voltage and high-current power supplies used in Fusion research. Responsible for coordinating technical responses to engineering and science requests for unique challenges in power supply development.

About The Job

• The design and development of high-current and high-voltage power supplies from concept to completion;
• Modeling power electronics system designs and topologies in support of power supply development;
• Development of control and protection algorithms for both loads and power supplies;
• Simulation of grid-connected systems ensuring designs meet Utility requirements;
• Safety engineering of high-voltage and high-current power supplies;
• Liaising with potential Vendors for the development and supply of equipment;
• Contract award and project management throughout the project life cycle.

About You

• 4+ years’ experience of power electronics design and or modeling experience gained on large high-voltage or high-current systems;
• Topology design and modeling supporting power electronic systems development;
• Development of models and control algorithms for regulation and protection;
• Awareness of EMI/EMC issues caused by large electrical loads and grounding issues;
• Integration and connection of grid connected systems meeting Utility requirements;
• Experience of superconducting magnets, their power supplies and protection would be a plus;
• Design of safety features ensuring both equipment and personnel safety.

Project Experience

• Design and development of high voltage or high current systems;
• Power quality analysis for grid connected systems;
• Liaison with power electronic system vendors, custom equipment and suppliers;
• Management of contracts from concept to completion is a plus.

Software Knowledge And Skills Required

• Skilled in MATLAB/Simulink and Python in the support of power electronics designs;
• FPGA based control algorithm development;
• Knowledge of LabVIEW is a plus but not essential.

Other Required Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Use of AutoCAD, SolidWorks Electrical etc. for design and documentation of systems;
• Experience of Altium or similar software for schematic capture/PCB layout is a plus;
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with other scientists and engineers;
• Accuracy and the ability to identify and correct shortcomings in proposals and designs;
• Ability to rapidly gain new knowledge of unique electrical loads and systems.

Other Desirable Job Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Interest in large science or R&D projects;
• Background knowledge of very high current and high voltage systems, their risks and safety factors.

Education

• Bachelors required, Electrical Engineering preferred with an emphasis on power electronics.

At TAE Technologies, we consider a wide range of factors when making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and job‑related knowledge, training; licenses and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements depending on the position offered (non‑Sr., Sr., Lead or Manager). The range is $130,000 to $160,000.

Imagination, skill, and will

We are a diverse team of over 500 engineers, scientists, professionals, Maxwell Prize winners, and big thinkers from more than 40 countries with a track record of delivering on the innovative ways science can lead humanity into a brighter era. We are not afraid to envision a future where fusion and science can transform our world.

What You’ll Get With Us

• Generous benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(K) with company match, paid vacation + sick time, companywide December holiday, wellness program, parental leave;
• Payment rewards: For referring talent, novel research, and patents;
• A collaborative environment: An organization where talents and interests can plug in to different groups throughout the organization;
• Potential for equity participation;
• HQ in Southern California.

Learn more

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