Power Electronics Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

About the Role

Sentient Industries is looking for a full-time Power Electronics Engineer to work from our Austin, TX office. In this role, you will architect, design, and develop advanced power electronics for next-generation battery management systems, inverters, DC/DC converters, and rectifiers. We're looking for an engineer who can translate system requirements into robust electrical designs while taking ownership from concept through implementation.

What you’ll do when you get here:

• Design and implement power electronic systems based on product requirements
• Develop and validate power conversion systems, including DC/DC converters, rectifiers, chargers, and inverters
• Design electrical schematics and PCB layouts using Altium Designer
• Perform circuit simulation, testing, debugging, and validation
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for product integration
• Perform troubleshooting and root cause analysis
• Create engineering documentation, including schematics, design specifications, and test plans
• Support prototype builds and product transition into manufacturing.

This is an Austin, TX-based position. Relocation assistance and visa sponsorship are not available. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship and either reside in the Austin area or be willing to relocate at their own expense.

Requirements

What we’re looking for:

• 5+ years of experience in electronic hardware design and development
• 3+ years of experience designing production power electronics
• Experience designing DC/DC converters, inverters, rectifiers, switching power supplies, or battery chargers
• Proficiency with Altium Designer for schematic capture and PCB layout
• Experince designing fail safe control systems
• Experience with electrical simulation tools (e.g., LTspice, Simulink, or equivalent)
• Strong understanding of power electronics design and electrical system architecture
• Ability to take a design from requirements through implementation
• Must be able to pass a federal background check

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
• Firmware or embedded systems experience
• Design for Manufacturing (DFM) experience
• Experience with lithium-ion battery systems
• Experience in regulated industries (e.g., defense, aerospace, medical, or automotive)

Benefits

• Comprehensive Healthcare Plan Options (Employee-paid)
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Training & Development