Senior Power Electronics Engineer (DC-DC Converter) in Nuremberg

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Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Power Electronics Engineer to lead the development of next- DC-DC converter technologies for advanced computing, telecommunications, and high-performance applications.

This role offers the opportunity to work at the forefront of high-efficiency power conversion, contributing to cutting-edge research, design innovation, and global collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Define, evaluate, and optimize converter topologies to meet demanding performance and system-level requirements.
• Develop and validate simulation models to analyze losses and predict performance in compact, high-density power modules.
• Generate and implement novel design concepts, contributing to intellectual property in areas such as converter architectures, control algorithms, and magnetics.
• Research and develop advanced modulation and control strategies for high-efficiency DC-DC systems.
• Conduct feasibility studies and produce detailed technical documentation and reports.
• Collaborate with academic and industrial research partners across Europe to drive technological innovation and knowledge exchange.

Qualifications

• Master’s or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics, or a related field.
• Proven experience in the design and optimization of DC-DC converters, including both isolated and non-isolated architectures.
• Experience with High density/Frequency over 500k.
• Hands-on expertise with wide bandgap semiconductors (SiC, GaN) and associated gate driver design.
• Strong analytical and experimental skills, with experience using simulation and hardware validation tools.
• Demonstrated research output through publications, patents, or conference presentations.
• Excellent command of spoken and written English.
• Familiarity with applications in data centers, telecommunications, or high-performance computing is a strong plus.

This position offers the chance to influence the future of power electronics in high-impact application domains. You will work within a multidisciplinary, international R&D environment, driving innovation from concept to prototype alongside leading experts in the field.

Interested? If your skills and motivation align with this opportunity, please apply or send your CV to nk@eu-recruit.com — we’d love to hear from you!

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