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Systems Engineer

AMETEK Programmable Power, Inc.

About Us

Join AMETEK Programmable Power , a leader in cutting-edge programmable power solutions and systems. We specialize in designing and delivering precision AC and DC programmable power supplies, electronic loads, power subsystems, and compliance test solutions. If you're ready to work at the forefront of differentiated power technologies, this is your opportunity to make an impact in a fast-paced, high-tech environment!

Job Summary

The Systems Engineer will execute system designs developed by the Engineering Solutions Group (ESG). These designs range from standard power rack integrations to complex systems that include circuit design, hardware modifications, and power distribution solutions. Responsibilities include cabling design, EMC considerations, protection circuits, output noise filtering, and related system-level engineering activities.

The role requires collaboration with customers to review, understand, and resolve technical issues. The Systems Engineer will participate in design reviews, perform cost analyses, and support system integration activities.

Preferred qualifications include experience with software tools for system development and GUI-based integration. The position requires ITAR clearance and may involve occasional travel.

Key Responsibilities:

Design and Development
  • Design AC/DC and DC/DC power Racks, mixed-signal circuits, and understanding interaction between software, digital, and analog circuitry.
  • Design and optimize DC/DC converters, inverters, and power electronic converters for integration into larger systems.
  • Design of interface circuits from concept through integration, test and deployment.
  • Generation of formal product documentation including schematics, bills of materials, test procedures, specifications and user manuals
  • Specification of deliverable equipment performance to meet customer requirements
  • Work with Software Engineers during system development and validation
  • Work with Mechanical Engineers to share expected layouts of Systems and subassemblies.
Collaboration and Support
  • Participate in engineering teams and projects, mentoring junior engineers, and fostering innovation and teamwork.
  • Participate in design and layout reviews with cross-functional teams and implement robust design methodologies.
  • Provide technical support for production issues, including debugging and resolution.
  • Provide technical support for customers to resolve any system related issues.
  • Work from product specifications to create precise circuit designs and deliver dynamic validation activities.
  • Work with customers to develop solutions based off project requirements.
  • Travel occasionally in response to the need of the customer for system commissioning, maintenance and/or equipment malfunctions.
  • Stay abreast of groundbreaking technologies and benchmark against industry standards.
Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelors of Science in Electrical Engineering.
  • Minimum of 2 years' experience in electronic system design or test engineering, production environment a plus.
  • Due to the nature of our programs and products, applicants must have the legal right to work in the U.S. and additionally must be legally authorized to access export-controlled information and source code.
  • Ability to travel 10%.
Desired Qualifications:
  • Experience in the design and operation of solid-state power conversion products such as grid-tied inverters, AC & DC power supplies, current sources and/or electronic loads.
  • Strong understanding of converter topologies, including input power quality, output current ripple, and efficiency.
  • Hands-on experience with protection circuit design for current, voltage, and temperature.
  • Proficient in circuit simulation tools (e.g., Altium, SPICE, LTSpice, MATLAB/Simulink), schematic capture.
  • Basic knowledge of digital design and communication protocols (I2C, SPI, Ethernet, RS485/422/232).
  • Thorough understanding of UL, CE, NEC and other NRTL regulatory requirements
  • Skilled in the generation of schematics, BOMs, wire lists, acceptance test procedures
  • Experience with complex transformer design, digitally controlled power converters, switching power supply technology, and thermal management.
  • Working knowledge of power components (FETs, IGBTs, Diodes) and their key characteristics and design implications
  • Demonstrated success in engineering teams and projects, mentoring junior engineers, and fostering innovation and teamwork.
  • Ability to conduct design and layout reviews with cross-functional teams and implement robust design methodologies.
  • Stay abreast of groundbreaking technologies and benchmark against industry standards.
  • Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task in a complex business environment
  • Ability to work independently or as part of a larger team Proficiency with MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and SQL database applications
What's in It for You:
  • Competitive compensation, holiday pay, and paid time off
  • Great benefits package that includes health, vision, and dental insurance
  • 401(k), plus matching
  • Flexible spending accounts (FSAs), health savings account (HSA) with AMETEK contribution, life insurance, disability insurance, and family medical leave
  • Employee referral program
  • Tuition reimbursement program
  • Employee assistance program
  • Exciting, fast-paced environment where you could make a true impact
  • Opportunities for career advancement within our business unit and across all other AMETEK business entities

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Compensation

Employee Type: Salaried


Currency: USD


Salary Minimum: 90,000


Salary Maximum: 110,000


Incentive: No


Disclaimer: Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.

For more information on AMETEK's competitive benefits, please click here.

AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.5 billion.

AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers' most complex challenges. We employ 22,000 colleagues, in 35 countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK is a component of the S&P 500. Visit for more information.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process should call View phone number on click.appcast.io.
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