Senior Power Electronics Engineer (Inverters & SMPS)

Job Description

Job Description

Salary: Base $115,000 - $140,000 + Up to 10% bonus depending on performance

**This position is not a remote position and does require mostly in-person participation**

About Aimbridge Energy

Aimbridge Energy is redefining how the commercial world is powered. We build next-generation DC microgrids and intelligent energy management systems that help businesses cut costs, stay resilient, and accelerate their transition to a clean-energy future. Our technology integrates solar, battery storage, EV charging, and advanced controls into one unified platform, giving customers energy independence and a smarter way tooperate.

Werenot just another energy company or just a solar company.Werea fast-moving, mission-driven team working to transform outdated power infrastructure in the new electrification of everything era. Every project we deliver reduces carbon emissions, strengthens local energy resilience, and brings the future of power one step closer.

At Aimbridge,youllbe part of a growing organization where innovation is encouraged, ideas matter, and your work has a tangible positive impact on communities and the place we call home (our planet). If you want to be part of building something meaningful and help shape the future of clean energy this is the place.

About The Role

We are seeking a Senior Power Electronics Engineer to lead the design and development of highperformance switchmode power supply systems for renewable energy applications. You will architect nextgeneration powerconversion platforms, evaluate emerging semiconductor technologies (SiC/GaN), and drive designs from concept through validation and into production. This role combines deep technical ownership with handson lab work, modeling, simulation, and crossfunctional collaboration.

If you excel at solving complex power problems, optimizing topologies, and pushing efficiency and reliability to the next level, this role will give you the scope and impact youre looking for.

Key Responsibilities:

PowerElectronics Architecture & Design

• Lead design of DC/AC inverters, AC/DC and DC/DC converters, and highfrequency SMPS for demanding applications.
• Select topologies (e.g., resonant, multilevel, bidirectional) to meet efficiency, thermal, EMI/EMC, and reliability targets.
• Design power stages using SiC/GaN devices, magnetics, gatedrive circuits, protection circuits, and highpower PCB layouts.
• Assist mechanical team with thermal management design requirements.
• Perform detailed modeling and simulation using MATLAB/Simulink, PLECS, PSIM, or similar tools.

Control & Firmware Integration

• Develop and implement digital control algorithms (e.g., current/voltage loops, fieldoriented control, statespace control) on DSPs, MCUs, or FPGAs.
• Collaborate with embeddedsoftware teams to integrate control firmware and ensure stable, robust operation across all operating conditions.

Testing, Validation & Reliability

• Lead handson lab testing, including highvoltage bench work, instrumentation, and data analysis.
• Conduct rootcause analysis on failures and drive corrective actions
• Oversee EMI/EMC testing, thermal characterization, and safety/regulatory compliance.
• Develop verification/validation plans and test procedures.

CrossFunctional Leadership

• Work closely with mechanical, firmware, manufacturing, and systems teams to ensure seamless integration of powerelectronics hardware.
• Collaborate with suppliers on component selection and qualification
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to technical roadmap development

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering (Masters preferred).
• 7+ years of electronics design experience at the board and/or system level
• 5+ years of experience in powerelectronics design including inverters, SMPS, motor drives, or highpower converters.
• Expertise in analog power circuits, magnetics, widebandgap semiconductors, and digital control of power converters.
• Strong experience with modeling/simulation tools and handson lab validation.
• Proven ability to take designs from concept through production release.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and documentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with FPGA/PLD design (VHDL and/or Verilog)
• Working knowledge of I2C, SPI, SMBus/PMBus, Modbus, Ethernet, and CAN communications
• Experience with realtime control platforms.
• Experience with HIL systems for validation
• Familiarity with automotive, renewable energy, automotive, or industrial systems reliability and safety requirements
• Familiarity with UL 62368-1, UL 1741, UL 9540, NEC, NFPA 855, and related safety standards
• Experience leading small engineering teams

Why This Role Attracts Top Engineers

• Ownership of major inverter/SMPS architectures
• Opportunity to work with cuttingedge SiC/GaN technologies
• Highimpact role with visibility to senior leadership
• Mix of handson engineering, simulation, board- and systemlevel design
• Strong technical culture and investment in innovation

Benefits:

• Comprehensive benefits package including 401(k) with match, Medical, Dental, Vision, EAP, HSA, PTO, and major holidays.