Power Electronics Controls Engineer

⚡ Power Electronics Controls Engineer

South Burlington, Vermont (Hybrid: 3 days onsite / 2 remote) - relocation assistance available.

Base Salary: $95,920 – $143,880 + 3% Bonus

Position Overview

We’re seeking a Power Electronics Controls Engineer to design, develop, and validate embedded control systems for high‑power electronic converters . This role is heavily focused on firmware + real‑time control algorithms for grid‑connected energy systems. Ideal for engineers with deep experience in power electronics, embedded controls, and control loop implementation .

Key Responsibilities

• Design & implement control algorithms for power electronic systems

• Develop & optimize embedded firmware for MCUs, DSPs, and processors

• Write & tune low‑level control loops for high‑power applications

• Participate in design reviews , feasibility studies, and system testing

• Support or lead development testing, qualification, and production launch

• Perform failure analysis and engineering evaluations

• Maintain technical documentation (design reports, test procedures, manuals)

• Collaborate with senior engineers & customer stakeholders on requirements and schedules

✅ Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience

• Hands‑on experience writing low‑level control loops (MCUs, DSPs, embedded processors)

• Strong background in embedded systems design

• Experience testing & validating hardware and control systems

• Strong communication & documentation skills

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment

⭐ Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with grid‑connected power electronics

• Familiarity with: – Grid‑following / grid‑forming controls – Droop control algorithms – HIL validation platforms

• Knowledge of standards: UL1998, IEEE1547, UL1741

• Experience with protocols: Modbus, CANbus, OPC‑UA, Ethernet TCP/IP

Ideal Candidate Background

• Power electronics controls engineering

• Grid‑tied inverter / converter development

• Renewable energy, BESS, industrial power systems, or utility‑scale equipment

(Not ideal for candidates with purely software/firmware backgrounds and limited power‑electronics exposure.)