Senior Power Electronics Controls Engineer

Job Description:

Job Title: Senior Power Electronics Controls Engineer 

Position Overview: Nextpower is seeking a motivated Senior Power Electronics Controls Engineer to join our dynamic team. As a Senior Power Electronics Controls Engineer, you will play a critical role in the design, development, and optimization 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 collaborating with a world-class team of engineers and researchers. 

Responsibilities: 

• Delivery of multiple power converters to production, spanning from a few hundred watts to several hundred kW, collaborating within a team environment. 
• Address challenges at scale to achieve industry-leading reliability and efficiency. 
• Execute hardware design tasks such as MOSFET selection, sensing circuitry, schematic design, magnetics design, and layout. 
• Work closely with the firmware team in designing control loops.
• Support the specification/requirements phase for defining Hardware in the Loop test systems.
• Support and maintain the development of plant models used in the HIL System.
• Design software verification test, for power converter SW components, mainly on HIL environment with emphasis on UL1741 compliance testing.
• Utilize expertise with FPGA and microcontrollers, along with peripheral circuitry. 

Desired Qualifications: 

• Ph.D. in electrical engineering or 3+ years of industry experience in power conversion. 
• Proficiency in using real-time digital simulation tools (RTDS, OPAL-RT, Typhoon) for implementing and testing control software.
• Proficient in schematic capture and PCB layout tools, such as Altium Designer. 
• Experience designing high efficiency converters using high voltage SiC and/or GaN devices 
• Strong understanding of semiconductor devices, magnetic components, and control theory. 
• Strong skills in system control analysis using tools like MATLAB simulink or equivalent.
• Experience with power system modeling and simulation tools (e.g., ETAP, SKM, PSCAD). 
• Experience implementing real time hardware control using microcontrollers or FPGAs 
• Exceptional troubleshooting and debugging abilities. 
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot and debug complex 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) $150,000.00 - $175,000.00, 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.