Principal Engineer - Power Electronics (E&E)

External Job Description

ADVANCED CONCEPTS is an entity within EDGE dedicated to the design and deployment of advanced, innovative technologies. ADVANCED CONCEPTS is fast-tracking the development of high-technology autonomous systems, including three Medium Endurance, High Altitude, fixed-wing unmanned aerial systems, a family of precision loitering munitions, a cost- effective family of cruise missiles, and a range of guided artillery munitions.

Core Accountabilities:
•    Define and implement technical roadmaps for power electronics and hardware design.
•    Provide strategic direction for integrating simulation tools, circuit design, and prototyping workflows to drive innovation in system development.
•    Lead the design and optimization of advanced DC-DC converters, inverters, and motor drives for high-efficiency applications.
•    Drive advanced topologies tailored for energy management, high-performance devices, and compact designs.
•    Oversee circuit design and PCB development using Altium Designer, ensuring signal integrity, thermal efficiency, and manufacturability.
•    Utilize simulation tools such as MATLAB/Simulink, PLECS, and LTspice to model and analyze system behaviors.
•    Lead prototyping efforts, including validation of power systems and rapid iteration to meet system-level requirements.
•    Oversee machine design projects, integrating power electronics with motor systems and sensors for seamless operation.
•    Ensure cohesive operation of hardware, software, and control algorithms in electromechanical systems.
•    Conduct comprehensive testing of hardware and software systems, including hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) simulations and field testing.
•    Oversee the seamless integration of power electronics into larger systems, addressing electromagnetic compatibility (EMC), thermal performance, and reliability.

•    Develop and optimize advanced control algorithms for electric drives, including trapezoidal control, Field-Oriented Control (FOC), and Direct Torque Control (DTC).

Qualification / Experience
•    Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics, or a related field. Advanced certifications or a PhD in Power Electronics is a plus.
•    15+ years of experience in power electronics design, system integration, and validation, with a focus on high-performance systems.  
•    Proven expertise in designing and optimizing converters, inverters, and motor drive systems for complex applications 
•    Power Electronics Design
•    Modeling and Simulation Tools
•    Circuit and PCB Design
•    Control Systems
•    Thermal and EMI/EMC Management
•    Semiconductor Technologies