Sr. Power Electronics Engineer

Tri Alpha Energy Inc.; Lake Forest (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and sick time

Wellness program

Parental leave

Job summary

Tri Alpha Energy Inc. in Lake Forest, California is seeking an experienced power electronics designer responsible for the design and development of high-voltage, high-current power supplies used in Fusion research. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering and over 4 years of relevant experience. Strong skills in MATLAB/Simulink and Python are essential. The role offers a competitive salary of $130,000 to $160,000 annually and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and 401(k).

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in power electronics design or modeling of high-voltage systems.
• Experience developing control and protection algorithms.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop high-current power supplies.
• Coordinate technical responses to engineering requests.
• Manage contracts throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills

Power electronics design

Modeling experience

Safety engineering

Control algorithms development

EMI/EMC awareness

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

Python

AutoCAD

SolidWorks Electrical

Job description

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

• Design and development of high-current and high-voltage power supplies from concept to completion
• Model power electronics system designs and topologies in support of power supply development
• Develop control and protection algorithms for both loads and power supplies
• Simulate grid-connected systems ensuring designs meet utility requirements
• Safety engineering of high-voltage and high-current power supplies
• Liaise 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 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 with 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 for 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 with 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

Bachelor’s required, Electrical Engineering preferred with an emphasis on power electronics.

Compensation and Benefits

Compensation: $130,000 to $160,000 annually, depending on role (non‑Sr., Sr., Lead or Manager). Benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with company match, paid vacation and sick time, companywide December holiday, wellness program, parental leave, equity participation potential, and other rewards. HQ in Southern California.

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