Test Engineer Power Electronics Traction Inverters

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Workplace : On-site 5 days per week
Location : Newark CA
Salary : $110-115k

Our client is seeking a Test Engineer to support validation and testing activities for high-voltage traction inverter systems used in electric vehicle applications. This individual will work in a laboratory environment performing test setup execution troubleshooting data analysis and validation of power electronics systems.
The ideal candidate is hands-on detail-oriented and has a strong foundation in electrical engineering power electronics and laboratory testing.

Responsibilities
Execute verification validation characterization and reliability testing of traction inverter systems and related components.
Configure and operate laboratory test equipment and inverter test benches.
Perform functional performance thermal environmental efficiency and fault-injection testing.
Collect organize and analyze test data identifying issues and trends.
Support hardware bring-up activities debugging and troubleshooting efforts.
Document test procedures results observations and engineering findings.
Assist with root cause investigations and validation of corrective actions.
Support development and maintenance of automated test scripts and data acquisition systems.
Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to support product development and validation efforts.
Follow laboratory safety requirements including high-voltage testing procedures.

Required Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering Electronics Engineering Mechatronics or a related technical field.
0-2 years of engineering experience including internships co-op programs or academic research projects. (Level may be adjusted based on candidate experience.)
Understanding of:
Power electronics fundamentals
Three-phase power systems
Electric motors and motor drives
Electrical measurements and circuit testing
Experience using laboratory test equipment including:
Oscilloscopes
Digital multimeters (DMMs)
Power supplies
Electronic loads
Power analyzers
Current and voltage probes
Data acquisition systems (DAQs)
Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
Strong troubleshooting analytical and problem-solving skills.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications
Traction inverter testing
Electric vehicle powertrain systems
Motor control systems
High-voltage electrical systems
Experience with MATLAB Python LabVIEW or similar engineering tools.
Familiarity with CAN Ethernet or automotive communication protocols.
Exposure to EMC environmental durability or reliability testing.
Understanding of inverter topologies gate drivers MOSFETs IGBTs and/or SiC power devices.

Salary Range
$110000 - 115000
The actual salary offered is dependent on various factors including but not limited to location the candidates combination of job-related knowledge qualifications skills education training and experience

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