Principal Engineer, Power Electronics

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Faith Technologies Inc. (FTI) is currently seeking a Principal Power Electronics Engineer to join our Product Engineering team in Menasha, WI.
As a Principal Power Electronics Engineer within our R&D organization, you will lead efforts to define processes and strategies for the design, development, and testing of cutting-edge systems and technologies for power electronics components for use in microgrids, EV charging, oil and gas, and data center applications. Your responsibilities will include shaping technological roadmaps, developing & evaluating power electronic components, and providing technical leadership to support both R&D projects, product development and manufacturing processes. You will focus on developing component requirements and specifications standards, definition of electrical architectures, and validation processes, all while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams and external suppliers to meet technical targets. Additionally, you will establish partnerships with external suppliers and communicate results to key stakeholders, driving innovation and excellence in all our initiatives.
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or engineering equivalent
Minimum of 10+ years of experience in power electronics or related engineering role
Experience with collaboration and implementation of modeling for system design
Ability to develop a technology roadmap and strategy for power electronics for microgrid, EV charging, and data center applications
Ability to establish strategic partnerships with external suppliers
Strong communication skills to provide clear recommendations and guidelines to stakeholders, technical development teams, and testing teams
Experience with lab equipment, instrumentation, and environment
Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
Deep knowledge in modern power electronics devices including Silicon IGBT, SiC and GaN MOSFET
Experience in the energy sector; with a focus on microgrid, DER products, power distribution systems and enclosures, battery energy storage systems.
Strong understanding of related regulatory frameworks and industry standards related to the relevant energy technologies: Microgrid, Power generation, and Energy storage.
Proven track record of leading successful projects in the renewable energy sector.
Travel: 5-10%
Work Schedule: This position works between the hours of 7 AM and 5 PM, Monday- Friday. Overtime may be required. Responsible to lead the efforts of characterizing size, performance, cost, and specification requirements for high voltage power electronics, including DC/DC and DC/AC power electronic converters
Develop and maintain documentation on component specifications, selection analysis, requirements, and simulation analysis
Prepare and maintain documentation of the electrical architecture for various microgrid and data center power generation and distribution programs
Work closely with controls, systems simulation and FEA/CFD engineers to communicate requirements, performance targets, and boundary conditions for modeling and simulation analysis of power electronic components
Establish partnerships with external suppliers to enable modular part reuse across multiple applications
Lead collaboration with manufacturing and other functions to meet technical requirements
Develop specialized knowledge and upskill the resources in power electronics across the company, including documentation and standards for product development
Lead the technology roadmap definition for power electronics for various markets and applications
Collaborate with Verification & Validation team to define DVP&Rs for testing of power electronics
Provide strategic guidance as subject matter expert across multiple company programs and projects requiring technology expertise.
Lead, train, and provide technical guidance to engineers
This role requires work to be done Onsite from our Menasha, WI office. Menasha, WI offers an excellent quality of life with a low cost of living, short commute times, and a strong sense of community. Located in the heart of the Fox Valley and along Lake Winnebago, the area provides access to outdoor recreation, safe neighborhoods, and top-rated schools. Just minutes from Appleton and within easy reach of Green Bay and Milwaukee, Menasha combines small-town living with convenient access to dining, entertainment, sports, and regional travel, making it an ideal place to relocate and build a long-term career.
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