Electrical Systems Design Engineer

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San Jose, CA, USA
In-Office
95K-137K Annually
Entry level
Energy
The Role
Designs, develops, tests, and supports electrical systems for distributed energy resources and microgrids. Responsibilities include subsystem design, product improvements, technical support, performance testing, root cause analysis, and implementing design changes with manufacturing, installation, and field service teams. Collaborates with senior and cross-functional engineers while applying electrical power systems, power electronics, and control systems knowledge.
Summary Generated by Built In

At Bloom Energy, our vision for a world powered by clean, reliable, and affordable energy is more than just a dream—we’re making it reality.

For over two decades, we’ve been at the forefront of the global energy transition, pioneering solutions that empower critical industries to thrive in a rapidly digitizing, energy-intensive world. From revolutionizing power for AI-driven data centers to ensuring resilience for hospitals, electric grids, manufacturing facilities, and utilities, our solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC) and solid oxide electrolyzer (SOEC) technologies are redefining what’s possible by delivering energy abundance for all. With more than 30,000 fuel cell modules deployed worldwide, we are the trusted partner for Fortune 100 companies and innovators alike. Our cutting-edge solutions enable unparalleled “time-to-power” capabilities, reliability, and sustainability, ensuring our customers remain ahead in a world where soaring energy demand and intensifying energy scarcity are rapidly becoming the new norm.


At Bloom, we thrive on collaboration, bold thinking, and relentless innovation. We believe that, together, we can create a brighter, more sustainable future while tackling the most pressing challenges of the 21st century.


Job Description

We are looking for an Electrical Systems Design Engineer to join our team in one of today’s most exciting technologies. This role will report to Principal Electrical Engineer and based in San Jose, CA. This is a fully on-site, in office role 5 days a week.
Roles and Responsibilities:
• Assist senior engineers in the research, design, development and test of a variety of electrical systems used in distributed energy resources and microgrids.
• Design subsystems in new product lines and suggest/make improvements to existing products under the direction of other senior engineers.
• Provide technical support for existing products to analyze design and process related issues, production and field problems.
• Carry out various test programs to evaluate performance of new and existing products.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineers to design new electrical products.
• Perform root cause analysis testing on field returned components.
• Implement design changes with manufacturing, installation, and field service teams.
Skills and Experience:
• BSEE in Electrical Engineering required, MSEE preferred.
• Strong electrical engineering fundamentals.
• Experience in electrical system product development.
• Good analytical and problem solving skills. Critical thinking, being able to think “outside the box”.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with professionals at all levels of the company.
• Thorough understanding of electrical power systems, power electronics, control systems is a plus.
• Hands-on experience in laboratory environment or similar industry design experience is a plus.
• Experience writing functional lab software tools with Python, C, LabView, or equivalent is a plus.

Bloom Energy is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. We are committed to compliance with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. All qualified applicants, will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability. Bloom Energy makes reasonable accommodations, consistent with applicable laws, for the known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified applicant or employee

with a disability, who can perform the essential job functions, unless undue hardship would result.

Bloom Energy is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The total compensation for this position includes standard company benefits and is based on various factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills and experience.

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Salary Ranges:$95,100.00 - $136,900.00

Skills Required

  • Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE)
  • Strong electrical engineering fundamentals
  • Experience in electrical system product development
  • Good analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills
  • Master of Science in Electrical Engineering (MSEE)
  • Understanding of electrical power systems, power electronics, and control systems
  • Hands-on laboratory or similar industry design experience
  • Experience writing functional laboratory software tools with Python, C, LabVIEW, or equivalent

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  • Healthcare Strength — Current job postings describe comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with a large employer contribution, plus mental‑health support, fertility/family‑forming benefits, virtual physical therapy, and legal services. Company materials link to Collective Health and Kaiser, indicating established plan options.
  • Equity Value & Accessibility — An Employee Stock Purchase Plan and equity awards are offered, providing accessible ownership opportunities that can enhance total compensation.
  • Retirement Support — Recent postings and filings indicate a 401(k) with company match has been added, marking a clear improvement over earlier periods without matching.

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The Company
HQ: San Jose, CA
1,716 Employees
Year Founded: 2001

What We Do

Bloom Energy empowers businesses and communities to responsibly take charge of their energy. The company’s leading solid-oxide platform for distributed generation of electricity and hydrogen is changing the future of energy. Fortune 100 companies around the world turn to Bloom Energy as a trusted partner to deliver lower carbon energy today and a net-zero future. For more information, visit www.bloomenergy.com. The Bloom Energy Server is a distributed electric power solution built for the digital age and capable of delivering highly reliable, uninterrupted, 24x7 constant power that is also clean and sustainable. Bloom’s unique on-site power generation systems are among the most efficient on the planet, providing significantly reduced operating costs and producing dramatically lower greenhouse gas emissions. By generating power where it is consumed, Bloom Energy offers increased electrical reliability and improved energy security, providing a clear path to energy independence. Some of the largest companies in the world trust Bloom Energy to provide their businesses with clean, reliable and resilient energy. Bloom’s customers include many Fortune 100 companies and leaders in manufacturing, data centers, healthcare, retail, higher education, utilities, and other industries. The company, headquartered in San Jose, California, is growing quickly and looking to add to its dynamic team. Stay up to date with Bloom Energy through our social channels.

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