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Research Engineer - Power Electronics

Val'S

📍 Niskayuna, United States 🇺🇸

full-time
senior
Posted —

Key Skills

electronicsconvertersmicrogridsenergycontrols

Industry

EnergySemiconductor

Job Description

Role: Power Electronics Research Engineer responsible for developing new power electronics concepts, modeling, designing, testing converters, and characterizing devices for power generation, transmission, and distribution applications.

Responsibilities

  • Participate in the development of new power technologies and capabilities within multidisciplinary teams.
  • Innovate in the power electronics space and contribute to the transition of technologies from concept to product.
  • Communicate results through reports and presentations, and stay current with industry trends.
  • Support proposal efforts for business and government clients.

Qualifications & Skills

  • PhD in Electrical Engineering or related field with relevant experience, or Master’s with at least 2 years in power electronics and controls.
  • 3+ years in power electronics research, circuit design, testing of power converters and devices, and controls development.
  • Familiarity with DC grid concepts, energy storage, microgrids, and renewable integration is desirable.

Additional Requirements

  • Legal authorization to work in the U.S. and ability to obtain security clearances.
  • Willingness to work in Niskayuna, NY.

Benefits: Competitive salary, health insurance, retirement plans, tuition and parental support, paid holidays, and other employee perks.