Power Electronics Design Engineer
2 weeks ago
About Powersmiths/Socomec
Powersmiths is a member of the Socomec SAS corporate family of companies, a global organization with nearly a century of success in providing innovative solutions within the energy industry.
Powersmiths provides integrated energy and environmental solutions, and with Socomec SAS, integrated products for energy storage and critical power. Our products are designed for a wide range of applications in the building renewal market space, data centers, power distribution, power management and critical power markets.
Powersmiths’ team of highly skilled professionals has been serving the market for over 20 years. Our customers are located across the USA and Canada.
Powersmiths is committed to designing and manufacturing innovative products that serve the growing market in environmental sustainability, clean tech, and energy conservation.
About this role
We are seeking a highly skilled Power Electronics Design Engineer with expertise in simulation to join our team. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of power conversion systems, converter topologies (including two-level and multilevel), switching and control techniques, and simulation methodologies. The primary responsibilities will include utilizing simulation tools and techniques to model, simulate, and optimize various power electronic systems and components.
Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities:
- Simulation Modeling: Develop and implement simulation models using tools such as MATLAB/Simulink, PSpice, PSCAD, PSIM, and other relevant software to accurately represent power electronic systems and components.
- Advanced Control: Design and implement advanced control strategies for multilevel inverters to achieve optimal performance in diverse applications such as high-power Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) and Energy Storage Systems (ESS).
- HIL Testing: Conduct Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) testing for power electronics systems development, ensuring seamless integration and functionality using OPAL-RT’s and Typhoon’s real-time simulators.
- Power Module Technology Evaluation: Evaluate, design, size, characterize, and control IGBT-based power modules for various applications, considering efficiency, reliability, and performance.
- Converter Topologies and Modulation Techniques: Design and analyze AC/AC, AC/DC, DC/AC, and DC/DC converter topologies, controllers, modulation techniques, etc.
- Industry Standards Compliance: Ensure compliance with industry standards such as UL1778, UL60950, IEC 62040, FCC Part 15, and other applicable UL and IEC standards in all design and development activities.
- Issue Investigation and Troubleshooting: Investigate and troubleshoot issues related to power electronics through simulation-based analysis, identifying root causes and proposing effective solutions to address identified challenges.
- Stay Updated on Emerging Trends: Stay updated on emerging trends and advancements in power electronics and simulation techniques, actively incorporating relevant technologies into the design process to enhance system performance and efficiency.
- Documentation and Reporting: Document simulation methodologies, results, and findings in technical reports and presentations for internal and external stakeholders, ensuring clear communication of complex concepts and outcomes.
Essential Qualifications, Knowledge, and Skills:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics, or a related field. Master’s degree or Ph.D. preferred.
- Minimum of 3 years of related industrial experience in the field of power electronics.
- Proven experience in the simulation and modeling of power electronic systems, with a focus on power converters and inverters for various power systems applications.
- Proficiency in simulation tools such as MATLAB/Simulink, PSpice, PSCAD, PSIM, or similar software packages.
- Familiarity with the design of magnetic components such as transformers, inductors, ferrites, chokes, and line filters for power electronics.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret simulation results and propose effective solutions.
- Familiarity with communication protocols for integrating power electronic systems into larger networks or control schemes.
- Familiarity with hardware design principles and experience collaborating with hardware engineers to optimize system designs.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment and interact with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Prior experience in the field of power electronics research, development, or product design is highly desirable.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines effectively.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Familiarity with battery management systems (BMS), energy storage technologies, and renewable energy systems.
- Knowledge of digital control techniques, microcontroller-based systems, and firmware development for power electronics applications.
- Experience with design optimization techniques such as thermal modeling, reliability analysis, and cost reduction strategies
Working Conditions:
- This role is located in an office environment, with regular visits to the manufacturing environment
- Must be available for possible business travel to locations in Canada, USA and Europe.
Employment Requirements:
- Commitment to Health and Safety best practice and regulations
- Adherence to company policies
Compensation:
- Position is salaried
- Powersmiths offers an interesting, innovative work environment, competitive salary and a benefits package.
If you believe you have the necessary skills and experience for this job, please upload your résumé and apply through LinkedIn.
Upon request, we will provide reasonable accommodation for disabilities to support participation of candidates in all aspects of the recruitment process. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.
We thank all those who apply. However, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
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