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Description

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The ideal candidate for the position is someone with experience withpower electronicsdevelopment and who can own product development through all stages of conception, prototype, and productization. In this role, you will work closely with a talented engineering team in a fast-paced environment to apply emerging technologies in innovative ways to rapidly produce new products.

Responsibilities

Leadpower electronics hardwaredesign in support of new product development.

Work effectively with cross-functional teams to resolve early (architectural) and late (lab,test& validation) challenges on fast timelines.

Design and implement switching stages for DC/DC,AC/DCand DC/AC conversion circuitry.

Design switching circuitry with wide band-gap devices (GaN, SiC).

Optimize converter topologies for loss and cost minimization, and develop new topologies.

Design power magnetics.

Collaborate with control and firmware engineers for control validation on hardware prototypes

Some travel is expected.

Required Qualifications

Master of Science (MS) degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university.

Minimum of 3 years of industry or university research experience inpower electronicsdesign, analysis,test, and troubleshooting. More experienced candidates are also encouraged to apply.

Experience in powertopologies such as LLC, DAB, multi-levelconverters including PFC (single phase and three phase) and associated soft switching techniques.

Experience in modelling power converter designs using simulation tools such as PSIM,Matlaband Spice.

Experience in implementing digital control designs in microcontrollers, DSPs and/or FPGAs.

Strong experience in advanced modulation strategies used for loss minimization, including those for soft-switching (ZVS/ZCS).

Experience in planning and implementing HW and FW verification during product development, to ensure the design meets specifications and requirements.

Expertise in power circuit analysis, such as worst-case circuit analysis, failure method effectiveness and criticality, and reliability.

Extensive hands-on experience with lab instruments such as oscilloscopes, RLC analyzers, impedance analyzers, spectrum analyzers, electronic (AC/DC) loads, and signal/power generators.

Ability to analyze and optimize circuits and designs for cost.

Demonstrated self-starter with the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced global design and manufacturing environment.

Demonstrated the ability to transition from theoretical to implementation-based thinking.

Experience studying emerging technologies and applying them in innovative ways.

Very strong analytical skills and detail-oriented.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Qualifications

Master's or PhD inpower electronics.

Experience in renewable product development

Extensive industry experience designing successfulpower electronicsproducts from concept through schematic, layout, manufacturing,test, and deployment.

Experience with full product development process including EMI/EMCtesting, certification processes, failure analysis, etc.

Experience working with x-functional teams: mechanical, software, and test.

Knowledge of industry standards such as UL 1741, IEEE 1547 and NEC code for renewable energy is a plus.

Hanwha Q CELLS America Inc. (“HQCA”) is a Qcells company, one of the world’s largest manufacturers and providers of solar photovoltaic (PV) products and solutions. Headquartered in Irvine, California, HQCA has been rapidly expanding its business in North America through the expansion of products and solutions, including distributed energy solutions, direct-to-homeowner solar sales and financing, and EPC services. We provide an opportunity to be part of an exciting and growing world-class global business in an interesting and expanding industry of the future.

Physical, Mental & Environmental Demands

To comply with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 the essential physical, mental and environmental requirements for this job are listed below. These are requirements normally expected to perform regular job duties. Incumbent must be able to successfully perform all of the functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Mobility

Standing

20% of time

Sitting

70% of time

Walking

10% of time

Strength

Pulling

up to 10 Pounds

Pushing

up to 10 Pounds

Carrying

up to 10 Pounds

Lifting

up to 10 Pounds

Dexterity(F = Frequently, O = Occasionally, N = Never)

Typing

F

Handling

F

Reaching

F

Agility(F = Frequently, O = Occasionally, N = Never)

Turning

F

Twisting

F

Bending

O

Crouching

O

Balancing

N

Climbing

N

Crawling

N

Kneeling

N

The salary range is required by the California Pay Transparency Act and may differ depending on the location of those candidates hired nationwide. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to, skill set, education, licenses and certifications, essential job duties and requirements, and the necessary experience relative to the job’s minimum qualifications.

This target salary range is for CA positions only and should not be interpreted as an offer of compensation.

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Seniority level

Seniority level Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type Full-time

Job function

Job function Engineering and Information Technology

Industries Renewable Energy Semiconductor Manufacturing

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Sr. Power Electronics Engineer

Full time

Published on 07/01/2025

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