Inverter / UPS Design Engineer

Job Description

Inverter / UPS Design Engineer

Company Overview:

Howard Industries, Inc. is the nation’s leading manufacturer of distribution transformers, with over 10 million overhead, single-phase and three-phase pad mounted, and network transformers in service throughout the United States and abroad. As Mississippi's largest privately held employer headquartered within the state, the company employs over 5,000 team members, generates over $1 billion in revenue, and consists of three main corporate divisions: Howard Power Solutions, Howard Transportation, and Howard Technology Solutions.

Location: Laurel, Mississippi,

Experience: Minimum 5 Years

Industry: Power Electronics / Renewable Energy / Backup Power Systems

About the Role

Howard Industries is seeking a seasoned Inverter / UPS Design Engineer to join our team in Laurel, MS. This role involves designing high-performance inverter and UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply) systems for industrial, utility, and energy applications. You will contribute to full product development from concept through production.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop inverter and UPS systems (online, solar, offline, line-interactive UPS)
• Work on DC-DC and DC-AC converter topologies
• Develop and optimize: Solar Grid synchronization UPS transfer control and backup functionality
• Protection features (anti-islanding, OV/UV, short circuit)Design UPS subsystems, including: battery charging systems, battery management integration, static switches and bypass systems
• Perform simulation and validation
• Lead power stage design, including selection of IGBTs, MOSFETs, and SiC devices
• Collaborate with firmware teams for DSP/microcontroller -based control systems
• Support PCB design and layout with focus on EMI/EMC and thermal optimization
• Conduct testing, debugging, and system validation
• Ensure compliance with IEC, IEEE, UL standards for inverter and UPS systems

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering / Power Electronics
• At least 5 years of experience in inverter and/or UPS design
• Strong expertise in: Power converter topologies, UPS architecture and operation, Control systems and digital power control

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of battery technologies (Li-ion, Lead-acid) and BMS integration
• Experience in solar + storage hybrid systems
• Familiarity with SiC/GaN power devices
• Experience with EMI/EMC compliance and thermal design
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to own subsystem or module-level designs
• Cross-functional collaboration mindset
• Passion for reliable and efficient power solutions