Sr. Electrical Engineer Power Electronics Test & Validation

  • Fremont, CA
  • Posted 2 days ago | Updated 2 days ago

Overview

On Site
$40 - $45
Contract - W2
Contract - Independent
Contract - 6 Month(s)

Skills

Power Electronics
Power Electronics Topologies
Power Electronics Control
Electrical Engineering
PCB Design Review
Schematic Review
Power Electronics Testing
Validation Testing
Troubleshooting
Battery Simulators
Power Supplies
Electronic Loads
Oscilloscopes
Lab Equipment
Root Cause Analysis
Technical Writing
Communication Skills
Automotive Standards
EMI/EMC Testing
Functional Safety
MATLAB/Simulink (if applicable)
Simulation Tools
R&D
System Validation
Power Converter Design

Job Details

Local Candidates Only || 100% onsite work model

Job Title: Sr. Electrical Engineer Power Electronics Test & Validation
Location: 100% Onsite San Francisco Bay Area (Local Candidates Only)
Employment Type: W2 / C2C
Start Date: ASAP

Candidate Requirements

  • Years of Experience: Minimum 3 years of relevant experience.

  • Education: M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics, or a related field (preferred).

  • Ideal Candidate Profile: Candidates with all preferred skills listed below.

  • Performance Evaluation: Based on ability to meet deadlines and the quality of deliverables.

Top 3 Required Hard Skills

  1. Power Electronics Knowledge:
    Strong understanding of power electronics topologies and control methods.

  2. Hands-On Testing & Troubleshooting:
    At least 3 years of experience with validation, troubleshooting, and use of lab equipment such as:

    • Battery simulators

    • Power supplies

    • Electronic loads (E-loads)

    • Oscilloscopes, etc.

  3. Technical Writing & Communication:
    Minimum 3 years of experience clearly conveying complex technical concepts in both written and verbal formats.

Responsibilities

  • Review schematics, PCB designs, and perform simulations of power electronics converters.

  • Conduct verification and validation tests to ensure compliance with industry standards and customer requirements.

  • Troubleshoot and diagnose issues in power electronics systems using lab equipment.

  • Analyze root causes and lead R&D efforts for issue resolution.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support system development and improvements.

  • Document test results and present findings in clear, technical reports.

Preferred Qualifications

  • M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics, or a related field.

  • 3+ years of experience in power electronics testing and validation.

  • Solid foundational knowledge of power electronics systems and automotive standards.

  • Familiarity with functional safety and EMI/EMC testing is a plus.

Assessment Process

  • Start Date for Assessments: ASAP

  • Rounds: 2 rounds (technical + practical/problem-solving discussion)

  • Preparation: No specific prep required; practical knowledge will be evaluated.

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