Staff System Architecture and Design Engineer

Anysilicon; Wilmington (NC); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Analog Devices, Inc. in North Carolina or Massachusetts seeks a Staff System Architecture and Design Engineer to lead development of high‑voltage power converters for AI data centers.

You will design multi‑kW systems, validate prototypes in the lab, and collaborate across silicon, firmware, software, and validation teams. The role emphasizes system modeling, integration of electrical, thermal, and mechanical components, and advancing GaN/SiC devices with robust safety and EMI performance, with

Qualifications

• M.S. or above in Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics, or a closely related field.
• 3+ years of industrial experience in project development for power converters (DC/DC, AC/DC, or inverter systems).
• Understanding of power converter topologies and their control requirements.
• Deep expertise in design tools for simulations, such as Simetrix/Simplis, Mathcad, PLECS, or PSIM.
• Expertise in control design and implementation, including voltage/current mode control and dynamic response optimization.
• Understanding of GaN/SiC device characteristics and system value propositions.
• Proven ability to debug and troubleshoot power electronics systems in a lab environment.

Responsibilities

• Design and optimize multi-kW intelligent system products, including high voltage power distribution boxes (PDBs) and DC/DC modules.
• Own the debugging, testing, and troubleshooting of system prototypes in the lab, including hands-on measurement and root-cause analysis.
• Perform system modeling, simulation, validation, and troubleshooting to ensure robust system performance.
• Develop power modules and system products, integrating electrical, thermal, and mechanical components.
• Define next-generation Wide Bandgap products (GaN or SiC) with innovative integration solutions.
• Design isolated power solutions and magnetic components to meet performance, safety, efficiency, and EMI requirements.
• Implement high-voltage power management and protection functions, including hot-swap controllers and power-stage solutions.
• Collaborate with silicon, firmware, software, and validation teams to deliver fully integrated and tested solutions.

Skills

Strong communication

Datacenter power

FPGA control

Education

MS in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Simetrix/Simplis

Mathcad

PLECS

PSIM

Job description

Staff System Architecture and Design Engineer

Analog Devices, Inc. (ADI) is a leading global semiconductor company focused on bridging the physical and digital worlds to drive advancements in various sectors, including automation, healthcare, and energy. The company is seeking a Staff System Architecture and Design Engineer for its Data Center & Energy division, located in Raleigh, NC or Wilmington, MA. This role involves developing high-voltage power converters to meet the growing demands of AI data centers.

Responsibilities

• Design and optimize multi-kW intelligent system products, including high voltage power distribution boxes (PDBs) and DC/DC modules.
• Own the debugging, testing, and troubleshooting of system prototypes in the lab, including hands-on measurement and root-cause analysis.
• Perform system modeling, simulation, validation, and troubleshooting to ensure robust system performance.
• Develop power modules and system products, integrating electrical, thermal, and mechanical components.
• Define next-generation Wide Bandgap products (GaN or SiC) with innovative integration solutions.
• Design isolated power solutions and magnetic components to meet performance, safety, efficiency, and EMI requirements.
• Implement high-voltage power management and protection functions, including hot-swap controllers and power-stage solutions.
• Collaborate with silicon, firmware, software, and validation teams to deliver fully integrated and tested solutions.

Qualifications

• M.S. or above in Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics, or a closely related field.
• 3+ years of industrial experience in project development for power converters (DC/DC, AC/DC, or inverter systems).
• Understanding of power converter topologies and their control requirements.
• Deep expertise in design tools for simulations, such as Simetrix/Simplis, Mathcad, PLECS, or PSIM.
• Expertise in control design and implementation, including voltage/current mode control and dynamic response optimization.
• Understanding of GaN/SiC device characteristics and system value propositions.
• Proven ability to debug and troubleshoot power electronics systems in a lab environment.

Skills

• Excellent communication skills to articulate complex technical concepts to cross-functional teams.
• Knowledge of datacenter power architectures, including 800V distribution and battery backup integration.
• Experience with FPGA-based control system development (VHDL/Verilog) is a plus.