Electrical Engineer - Power Electronics

Electrical Engineer - Power ElectronicsTriton Systems, Inc combines 30+ years of experience with exciting growth and innovation opportunities within the product development and R&D space. We support Government and commercial markets by delivering advanced solutions across applications in defense, security, aerospace, energy, environmental sustainability, and human health. Where we see a larger opportunity, we create new companies to scale these solutions into businesses. Our teams thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment where we tackle complex challenges, meet our customers' toughest requirements, and deliver high-impact results on time, on budget and have fun while doing it. Triton's Metals & AM team is also building out custom-integrated advanced metal additive manufacturing systems, e.g., large-format cold spray systems, to address repair, coating and advanced manufacturing needs.Are you Driven to Innovate? Triton Systems develops new, exciting, innovative products for the maritime environment. The Ocean Systems and Metals/Advanced Manufacturing group is seeking a hands-on electrical engineer with a passion for power electronics, interested in developing marine systems from initial concepts through prototype demonstrations and product commercialization.Triton Systems Ocean Systems group develops underwater vehicles (UUVs), surface vehicles (USVs), Launch & Recovery Systems, underwater products and their subsystems. Additionally, the Ocean Systems group develops systems for submarines, autonomous anchor systems for the defense, energy, and commercial sectors. As our Power Electronics Engineer, you will design and build the power conversion, motor control, and electrical systems that bring these platforms to life. Being innovative and providing technical problem-solving within a multidisciplinary team of researchers will be a major part of your work life.ResponsibilitiesDesign power electronics solutions including DC-DC, AC-DC, and transformer-based power conversion based on technical requirements, specifications, and proposal objectivesWith mentorship from senior engineering staffDesign power distribution and conversion architectures for containerized metal additive manufacturing systems, including load analysis and sequencing of high-power process equipment such as gas heaters, spindle drives, and welding power sources totaling 100+ kWDesign electrical systems for operation on tactical generator and shore power, addressing power quality, inrush and soft-start, grounding of separately derived systems, and 50/60 Hz international compatibilityIntegrate motor drives, welding power sources, robot controllers, and process instrumentation (pyrometers, thermal cameras, feed monitoring) into automated deposition cellsDesign safety circuits and zoned E-stop architectures for robotic manufacturing cells operating inside ISO containersAddress thermal management, dust and moisture ingress, and EMI mitigation for high-power electrical systems in sealed containerized enclosuresSupport field commissioning, acceptance testing (FAT/SAT), and troubleshooting of containerized systems at demonstration and deployment sitesDesign and build electrical control panels using DIN-rail mounted components for systems operating on 120–480 VAC single and three phase powerCreate and maintain electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and panel layoutsSelect and size commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) electrical components from a variety of vendors to meet product requirements (breakers, contactors, terminal blocks, power supplies, transformers, safety buttons/lights, etc.)Develop power and motor control circuits and support system-level integrationDesign PCBs in Altium to support power and control electronicsCollaborate closely with controls engineers, since power electronics are paired with control electronics in our systemsBuild, wire, and assemble prototype electrical systems hands-on in a lab and prototype environmentBench-test, troubleshoot, and validate electrical systems using available test equipment (oscilloscopes, power supplies, load equipment, multimeters, etc.)Develop, document, and maintain engineering procedures and technical standardsPlan, execute, and iterate testing activities in laboratory and field environmentsCollaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to achieve design goalsContribute to technical proposals and solution development for customer needsPresent technical progress and results to internal teams and customers, including non-technical audiencesPrepare periodic technical and progress reports for ongoing projectsBasic QualificationsBachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related discipline (advanced degrees are a plus)1–6 years of relevant experience (recent graduates and early-career engineers are encouraged to apply)Foundational knowledge of power electronics and power conversion (DC-DC, AC-DC, transformers)Familiarity with single and three phase AC power (120–480 VAC) and low-voltage DC (12–48 VDC)Ability to read, create, and interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagramsFamiliarity with standard electrical practices and electrical standardsHands-on aptitude with electrical assemblies, wiring, and prototypingComfortable using basic hand tools and electrical test equipment in a lab or prototype environmentInterest in or exposure to control systems, since power electronics work is closely paired with controlsAbility to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneouslyStrong written and verbal communication skillsCollaborative mindset and commitment to project successU.S. citizenship required, with the ability to obtain a U.S. security clearanceInterest in or exposure to industrial automation and advanced manufacturing systems (robotics, motor drives, welding equipment)Willingness to travel for field commissioning and demonstrations, including austere or expeditionary sitesDesired QualificationsExperience building electrical control panels using DIN-rail mounted componentsExperience selecting and sizing COTS electrical components (power supplies, transformers, contactors, breakers, terminal blocks, etc.) for currents up to ~200 A AC and ~30 A DCExperience with motor control and motor drives (e.g., VFDs)Experience, coursework, or interest in developing a working understanding of metals processing equipment integration or large-format manufacturingExperience with high-power industrial equipment such as welding power sources, process gas heaters, or large VFD and servo drive systemsFamiliarity with generator-powered or off-grid electrical design, including power quality on non-utility sources and load managementFamiliarity with NFPA 79 / IEC 60204-1 industrial machinery electrical standardsFamiliarity with machine functional safety (ISO 13849) and robot cell safety (ISO 10218 / RIA R15.06)Awareness of combustible metal dust requirements (NFPA 484) and associated hazardous-location electrical designFamiliarity with MIL-STD-810 environmental and MIL-STD-461 EMI/EMC design practicesExperience with industrial fieldbuses (EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, EtherCAT) and digital interfaces to welding or process power sourcesExperience with thermal design and heat rejection for high-heat-load enclosures or containerized systemsFamiliarity with safety circuit design, including E-stops, safety relays, indicator lights, and pilot devicesFamiliarity with industry electrical standards and qualifications (e.g., UL 508A, NEC/NFPA 70, NFPA 70E, or similar)Interest in helping grow our electrical design capability - we currently use Visio for diagrams and see an opportunity for the right person to help establish and mature a dedicated electrical CAD workflow (AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, SolidWorks Electrical, or similar)Familiarity with control electronics, PLCs, HMIs, or sensorsExperience with electrical troubleshooting and root-cause analysisFamiliarity with thermal management and power dissipation in electrical enclosuresExperience designing for harsh or marine environmentsThe Ocean Systems group does operate around, in and on the ocean, year-round and in foul weather. This role requires field work and travel, and willingness to go and work at-sea for the day (or a couple of days) is expected. This role, as needed, also support field integration and demonstration of containerized manufacturing systems, which may involve travel to test ranges, depots, or expeditionary demonstration sites.In compliance with federal laws contained in the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986,