We have an opening for a dynamic Power Systems Development Engineer with a leading tech company in Irvine, CA. This role focuses on advanced power systems, power conversion technology, AC/DC, DC/DC, HVDC/DC, inverter systems, and cutting-edge high-power infrastructure solutions for data centers, EV charging, and energy storage.

Applicants must hold a Doctorate in Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics, or a relevant field.

Qualified candidates from North America can benefit from relocation assistance, with potential visa support including H1B transfer and Green Card sponsorship.

Travel is required, around 20-25%, including international trips to Europe and Asia.

This role emphasizes innovation and prototype development, rather than sustaining engineering or production support. Expect to work on high-power engineering challenges at scales from kilowatts to megawatts.

Duties Include

• Design and assess high-power AC/DC, DC/DC, and HVDC/DC systems
• Support R&D, prototype creation, and platform architecture
• Conduct efficiency optimization, thermal analysis, and system validation
• Lead lab testing, troubleshooting, and performance assessments
• Resolve complex technical issues through root-cause analysis
• Collaborate with R&D teams worldwide on cutting-edge power solutions
• Contribute to next-gen high-density, high-efficiency power platforms

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics, or related
• Experience with high-voltage power systems
• Strong skills in lab testing, debugging, and optimization
• Ability to work from idea to prototype in a development setting
• Interest in customer-focused problem-solving and global partnerships
• Bilingual abilities are a bonus

Additional Information

• Salary: $180K–$200K
• Bonus: 20%
• Travel: 20–25%, including Europe and Asia
• Relocation: Available for North American candidates
• Visa Support: H1B transfer, TN, and Green Card options

This role offers the chance to join an emerging R&D team tackling real-world high-power challenges with a global reach and the opportunity to shape future power solutions.