Electrical Engineer – Power Electronics

Job Description:

Job Title : Electrical Engineer – Power Electronics

Position Overview: Nextpower is seeking a motivated Electrical Engineer - Power Electronics to join our dynamic team. You will play a critical role in the design, development, and test of power electronics systems for Nextpower's innovative energy products. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work at the forefront of sustainable energy solutions while developing your skills in power electronics design with our world-class team of engineers and researchers. 

Responsibilities: 

• Work in power lab to bring up new boards and test new products
• Lead PCB layout for power converters ranging from watts to hundreds of kilowatts.
• Build and maintain simulations and models used in our design process
• Lead new component selection and validation activities
• Maintain documentation for multiple product lines
• Responsible for design verification and certification activities
• Build software and hardware tools to automate test and verification processes
• Work with senior engineers to develop skills in magnetic design, high power inverter design, control theory, and designing high volume high reliability products.
• Maintain and operate HIL testing system

Desired Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of industry experience, Master’s with 3+ year of industry experience or Ph.D. in electrical engineering
• Strong understanding of electrical engineering principles.
• Intermediate understanding of power electronics principles.
• Proficient in use of oscilloscopes, function generators, and other lab tools
• Proficient with schematic capture and PCB layout tools, such as Altium Designer. 
• Experience with simulation tools such as spice, PLECS, or Matlab.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and experience troubleshooting and debugging electrical systems. 
• Strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across disciplines and functions. 
• Passion for sustainable energy solutions, with a desire to drive positive change through innovation. 

Nextpower offers a comprehensive benefits package. We provide health care coverage, dental and vision, 401(K) participation including company matching, company paid holidays with unlimited paid time off, generous discretionary company bonuses, life and disability protection and more. Employees in certain positions may be eligible for stock compensation. All plans are in accordance with relevant plan documents. For more information on Nextpower’s benefits please view our company website at www.nextpower.com.

Pay is based on market location and may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education and other job-related reasons. The annual salary range for this position is Pay Range (Applicable to California) $140,000.00 - $160,000.00, dependent on level of experience.

At Nextpower, we are driving the global energy transition with an integrated clean energy technology platform that combines intelligent structural, electrical, and digital solutions for utility-scale power plants. Our comprehensive portfolio enables faster project delivery, higher performance, and greater reliability, helping our customers capture the full value of solar power. Our talented worldwide teams are redefining how solar power plants are designed, built, and operated every day with smart technology, data-driven insights, and advanced automation. Together, we’re building the foundation for the world’s next generation of clean energy infrastructure.

Nextpower is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.