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Controls Engineer, Power Electronics

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Controls Engineer, Power Electronics

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Garden Grove, CA, USA

Hybrid

160K-200K Annually

Expert/Leader

Automotive • Energy

The Role

Leads the modeling, development, implementation, and validation of embedded control systems for high-power converters and inverters in commercial EVs. Oversees firmware development, hardware-software integration, reliability improvements, charging protocol implementation, and BMS integration. The role requires technical leadership across multidisciplinary R&D teams and expertise in model-based design, HIL validation, microcontroller programming, converter topologies, and advanced inverter control strategies.

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About Harbinger

Harbinger is an American commercial electric vehicle (EV) company on a mission to transform an industry starving for innovation. Harbinger’s best-in-class team of EV, battery, and drivetrain experts have pooled their deep experience to bring a first-of-its-kind EV platform to support the growing demand for medium-duty EVs and Hybrids. Harbinger: Familiar Form, Revolutionary Foundation.

Role Overview

As the Controls Engineer, you will serve as the technical leader for our power electronics control systems. Joining our multi-disciplinary engineering team, you will drive the modeling, development, and validation of advanced embedded controls for high-power solid-state converters and inverters. Your expertise will directly impact the reliability and efficiency of our medium-duty EV platform's charging and drivetrain systems.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the development and implementation of advanced control algorithms for high-power electronics, including AC-DC, DC-DC, AFE, and multi-level inverters.
Design model-based embedded control architectures using MATLAB/Simulink and validate them utilizing Typhoon HIL and real-time platforms.
Manage and oversee the firmware engineering lifecycle for power electronics, from C/C++ development to hardware-software integration.
Drive system reliability and quality improvements across solid-state converter designs utilizing Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) methodologies.
Collaborate with battery and integration teams to implement fast DC charging protocols (e.g., CCS, NACS) and ensure seamless BMS integration.

Required Skills & Experience

10+ years of experience in power electronics, solid-state converters, and embedded control systems.
Proficiency in model-based design (MATLAB/Simulink), HIL validation (Typhoon), and microcontroller programming (C/C++, TI C2000).
Strong understanding of high-power converter topologies (DAB, resonant converters) and advanced inverter control strategies.
Excellent technical leadership skills with a proven history of managing complex R&D projects and multi-disciplinary teams.
Master's or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics, or equivalent practical experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working with megawatt-scale EV charging infrastructure and energy storage control systems.
Familiarity with automotive communication protocols (CAN, J1939) and relevant safety standards (UL 3141, IEC 62619).
Proven track record of scaling high-voltage power electronics systems (480V+) from initial architecture to production.
Advanced certification in Design for Six Sigma (DFSS).

Key Benefits & Perks:

Comprehensive Health, Dental & Vision (HDV) – 100% employee covered
Early-stage Stock Options
Robust Retirement Savings (401k, HSA, FSA)
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) & Parental Leave
Annual Vacation Bonus
Wellness & Fertility Benefits
Cell Phone Stipend
Complimentary Meals & Stocked Kitchens

California Pay Range

$160,000—$200,000 USD

Equal Opportunity

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Skills Required

10+ years of experience in power electronics, solid-state converters, and embedded control systems
Proficiency with model-based design using MATLAB and Simulink
Experience with HIL validation using Typhoon HIL and real-time platforms
Microcontroller programming experience with C/C++ and TI C2000
Strong understanding of high-power converter topologies, including DAB and resonant converters
Experience with advanced inverter control strategies
Technical leadership experience managing complex R&D projects and multidisciplinary teams
Master’s or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics, or equivalent practical experience
Experience with megawatt-scale EV charging infrastructure and energy storage control systems
Familiarity with CAN, J1939, UL 3141, and IEC 62619
Experience scaling high-voltage power electronics systems of 480V or higher from architecture through production
Advanced Design for Six Sigma certification

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HQ: Garden Grove, CA

407 Employees

Year Founded: 2021

What We Do

Harbinger is a commercial electric vehicle (EV) company on a mission to transform an industry starving for innovation. Harbinger's best-in-class team of EV, battery, and drivetrain experts have pooled their deep experience to support the growing demand for medium-duty EVs. Leveraging a foundation of proprietary, in-house developed vehicle technologies designed specifically for commercial vehicles, Harbinger is bringing a first-of-its-kind EV platform to market, priced for zero acquisition premium. Harbinger: familiar form, revolutionary foundation.