Remote Electrical Engineer - Power Electronics

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 1,761,000 - 2,401,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work benefits

Flexible working hours

Home office budget

Health & wellness programs

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Remote Electrical Engineer specializing in Power Electronics to join a globally distributed R&D team. You will design, simulate, and validate high-frequency power converters from a home office, contributing to next-generation power management solutions for diverse applications.

The role requires a Master’s or PhD in Electrical Engineering with a specialization in Power Electronics and 7+ years of design experience, plus proficiency with LTspice,

Qualifications

• Master's degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering with specialization in Power Electronics.
• At least 7 years of professional experience in power electronics design and development.
• Proficiency with LTspice, PSpice, MATLAB/Simulink.
• Experience with PCB layout for high-power density applications.
• Excellent remote communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, simulate, and develop power electronic converters (AC-DC, DC-DC, DC-AC) for demanding applications.
• Select appropriate passive and active components, balancing performance, cost and reliability.
• Conduct thermal, EMI/EMC analyses, and stability assessments.
• Develop test plans and validation methodologies for prototypes.
• Collaborate remotely with firmware, mechanical engineers, and product managers.
• Stay updated on advancements in power semiconductor devices and converter topologies.

Skills

Power electronics design

Remote collaboration

Circuit analysis

Education

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

PhD in Electrical Engineering (Power Electronics)

Tools

LTspice

PSpice

MATLAB/Simulink

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced Remote Electrical Engineer specializing in Power Electronics to join their globally distributed R&D team. This role is key to developing next-generation power conversion and management solutions for a variety of advanced applications. You will be instrumental in the design, simulation, and validation of power electronic circuits and systems, working from your home office. The position requires a deep theoretical understanding and practical experience in high-frequency power conversion, control, and component selection, contributing to the innovation pipeline of cutting-edge technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, simulate, and develop power electronic converters (e.g., AC-DC, DC-DC, DC-AC) for demanding applications.
• Select appropriate passive and active components, considering performance, cost, and reliability.
• Conduct detailed analysis, including thermal management, EMI/EMC considerations, and stability.
• Develop test plans and methodologies for prototype validation and performance characterization.
• Collaborate effectively with firmware engineers, mechanical engineers, and product managers remotely.
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in power semiconductor devices and converter topologies.

Requirements

• Master's degree or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering with a specialization in Power Electronics.
• Minimum of 7 years of professional experience in power electronics design and development.
• Proficiency with simulation tools such as LTspice, PSpice, MATLAB/Simulink.
• In-depth knowledge of magnetics design, control strategies for power converters, and gate driver design.
• Experience with PCB layout for high-power density applications.
• Excellent remote communication and collaboration skills, with a track record of delivering complex projects independently.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary with excellent remote work benefits.
• Flexible working hours and the ability to work from anywhere.
• Generous budget for home office setup and professional development.
• Comprehensive health and wellness programs.
• Opportunity to work on groundbreaking technologies in the field of power electronics.