Power Electronics Hardware Design Engineer

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Role: Power Electronics Hardware Design EngineerCompany: Intellectt IncLocation: Bethlehem, PennsylvaniaEmployment Type: ContractExperience Level: 6+ years
Description: Our client is seeking an experienced Power Electronics Hardware Design Engineer to design and develop DC/AC inverter hardware using IGBT/MOSFET power topologies. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in power electronics hardware design, gate driver and protection circuits, multilayer PCB design using Altium, microcontroller integration, and hardware testing and validation.
ResponsibilitiesDesign and develop DC/AC inverter hardware using IGBT/MOSFET power topologies.Integrate microcontrollers and real-time control systems for inverter operation.Design gate driver circuits, isolation interfaces, and protection circuits for overcurrent, overvoltage, and short-circuit conditions.Create schematics and multilayer PCB designs using Altium.Evaluate key components, including power devices, magnetics, and sensing components.Perform power loss calculations and optimize thermal performance and efficiency.Collaborate with firmware teams to integrate control hardware and support inverter operation and fault management.Conduct hardware testing, debugging, and validation using oscilloscopes and power analyzers.Design current and voltage sensing circuits and ensure compliance with EMI/EMC standards.Support prototype development, hardware design optimization, system integration, and technical documentation.
Required Skills:Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering.6+ years of experience in power electronics and hardware design.Hands-on experience designing DC/AC inverters.Strong knowledge of IGBT/MOSFET power topologies.Experience designing gate driver, isolation, and protection circuits.Proficiency in schematic design and multilayer PCB design using Altium.Experience with microcontrollers and real-time control integration.Knowledge of power loss calculations, thermal management, and efficiency optimization.Hands-on experience in hardware testing, debugging, and validation.Proficiency with oscilloscopes and power analyzers.Experience designing current and voltage sensing circuits.Knowledge of EMI/EMC compliance requirements.
Relevant Industries & Company Locations to Focus:Power Electronics / Inverter DesignElectrical / Electronics Hardware ManufacturingIndustrial Power Conversion SystemsEmbedded Control HardwareFocus on candidates with hands-on DC/AC inverter hardware design experience.

Benefits : Employees hired into this position are eligible for the following benefits, subject to the applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements:Health Insurance: Medical, dental, and vision insurance options are available through a third-party provider. Employees are responsible for paying the full cost of their insurance premiums.Retirement Benefits: A 401(k) retirement savings plan is available. xzbcwsv No employer matching or other employer contributions are provided.Paid Time Off (PTO): No PTO other than that required by applicable state and local laws