Systems Engineer

Job Purpose:

Navitas Semiconductor (Nasdaq: NVTS) is a next-generation power semiconductor leader driving innovation in gallium nitride (GaN) and high-voltage silicon carbide (SiC) technologies. Our products enable faster, more efficient power delivery across AI data centers, high-performance computing, energy and grid infrastructure, and industrial electrification.

With more than 30 years of combined expertise in wide bandgap technologies, GaNFast™ power ICs integrate GaN power, drive, control, sensing, and protection, delivering faster power delivery, higher system density, and greater efficiency. GeneSiC™ high-voltage SiC devices leverage patented trench-assisted planar technology to provide industry-leading voltage capability, efficiency, and reliability for medium-voltage grid and infrastructure applications. 

We are seeking a Systems Engineer to join our fast-growing, collaborative team. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, energetic, and able to thrive in a high-growth, innovative environment, contributing directly to technologies that are shaping the future of power electronics. 

Navitas Semiconductor is seeking a highly motivated and experienced analog / power IC Design Engineer to lead the architecture, design, and silicon execution of next-generation power management ICs. This role is hands-on and technical, with end-to-end ownership from concept through production, and close collaboration with systems, devices, layout, and validation teams. This is a key technical expert position for engineers who have successfully brought power ICs into high-volume production and want to shape future architectures.

Key Responsibilities and Duties:

• Power Electronic System design – schematics and associated PCB layouts for reference designs, evaluation boards for internal demonstration and customer enablement
• Digital control system design
• Hands-on experience working in motor control algorithm development 
• Knowledge of MATLAB, Simulink and PLECs for simulation and model-based code generation
• Familiarity with field bus communication
• Define and optimize gate-drive solutions, including gate resistance selection, protection features, and isolation strategies.
• Develop high-quality Application Notes, design guides, and technical documentation for customers and internal teams.
• Conduct hands-on lab work using oscilloscopes, high-voltage probes, power analyzers, electronic loads, and other high-voltage test equipment.
• Provide technical enablement to FAEs and sales teams.
• Collaborate with R&D, product marketing, quality, and operations teams to support customer programs and product development.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics (KSAO’s)

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in power electronics design and applications.
• Strong knowledge of Microcontrollers
• Experience in embedded C software development
• Solid hardware and software debugging skills
• Experience with power electronics schematic and PCB design.
• Strong knowledge of GaN FETs, gate driver technologies is a plus
• Experience with Robotics, Motor Drives is a plus.
• Proficiency with SIMetrix and PLECS, MATLAB, and PCB design tools such as Altium or Cadence.
• Hands-on experience in high-voltage lab environments.
• Ability to produce high-quality technical documentation.

Required Qualifications

Basic

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Hands-on experience in high-voltage power electronics and semiconductor applications

Preferred

• Proven experience in high-voltage semiconductor testing and characterization
• Strong knowledge of power electronics topologies used in robotics, motor drives

What We Give:

• A high visibility opportunity to work on leading edge technology development with a mission to make the world better with advancing the technology that powers the future.
• Fast decision making and freedom to work on interesting problems that the world cares about.
• A mission to succeed with full support from management.
• Health, dental, and vision benefits, and unlimited PTO
• Total Rewards include base + bonus and stock awards, depending on experience