Remote Senior Power Electronics Engineer – Grid/Storage

Placements24

Polokwane

Hybrid

ZAR 1,100,000 - 2,000,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Remote work allowance

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Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Power Electronics Engineer to join a fully remote South African team. You will design, develop, and test high-efficiency power electronic converters for grid-tied inverters, energy storage, and EV charging infrastructure, collaborating with embedded software engineers for firmware integration.

The role requires 7+ years in power electronics, strong knowledge of converter topologies, and experience with EMC and control systems.

Qualifications

Master's or PhD in Electrical Engineering with a specialization in Power Electronics.
7+ years of professional experience in power electronics design.
Extensive knowledge of various converter topologies and their applications.
Experience with simulation tools for power electronics design and analysis.
Familiarity with modern power semiconductor devices and their characteristics.
Experience in designing control systems for grid-tied inverters and energy storage systems.
Strong understanding of EMC and design for testability.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and debugging skills.
Ability to work autonomously and manage projects remotely.
Strong written communication skills.
Experience with FPGAs for real-time control is a plus.

Responsibilities

Design and develop high-efficiency power electronic converters (e.g., DC-DC, DC-AC, AC-DC).
Select appropriate power semiconductor devices (MOSFETs, IGBTs, SiC, GaN) and passive components.
Develop and implement advanced control algorithms for power converters to ensure stable and efficient operation.
Perform detailed circuit simulations using tools like PSpice, LTspice, or MATLAB/Simulink.
Design gate driver circuits and protection schemes for power electronic systems.
Oversee the prototyping, testing, and validation of power electronic designs.
Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues related to power electronic circuits and systems.
Collaborate closely with embedded software engineers for firmware integration and control implementation.
Conduct thermal analysis and ensure designs meet performance and reliability requirements.
Stay abreast of the latest advancements in power electronics technology and industry trends.