Hybrid Lead Systems Engineer – Power Electronics

at Switzerland Global Enterprise

• Job title: Lead Systems Engineer – Power Electronics
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Senior
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Schenectady, United States

About the role

• Lead Systems Engineer responsible for advanced power electronic subsystem design and integration for industrial applications. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver reliable and efficient solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead the system architecture, design, and integration of advanced power electronic subsystems (e.g., converters, inverters, rectifiers) for industrial and energy applications.
• Oversee the development, modelling, and simulation of system-level behaviours, including electrical, thermal, mechanical, and control aspects.
• Possess knowledge on device characteristics (such as IGBTs and SCRs), test, and certification of components.
• Have ability to define comprehensive technical requirements, specifications, and controls interface documentation for power electronic systems.
• Coordinate with hardware, firmware, and software teams to ensure seamless system integration and compliance with project requirements.
• Strong understanding of electrical machines and their integration with power electronic systems.
• Ability to assess in detail the THD (Total Harmonic Distortion) calculations and implement mitigation actions to minimize harmonic distortion in power systems.
• Conduct technical reviews, design validation, and root-cause analysis for system-level issues.
• Manage risk assessments, mitigation strategies, and reliability analyses for power electronics projects.
• Support supplier selection, technical negotiations, and collaboration with external technology partners.
• Ensure all engineering activities comply with relevant industry standards, regulations, and internal quality policies.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering technical excellence and knowledge sharing.
• Prepare and present detailed technical documentation, system specifications, and progress reports to stakeholders.
• Investigate and assess the latest newer technologies such as application of silicon carbide or related latest device technologies to reduce THD and improve performance of the systems.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Electrical engineering, Power Electronics, Controls Engineering or related field.
• Relevant experience in power electronics system design, integration, or development.
• Proficiency in simulation and modelling tools (e.g., MATLAB/Simulink, PLECS, SPICE).
• Strong understanding of power electronic devices, topologies, and control strategies.
• Experience with regulatory standards (e.g., IEC, IEEE) relevant to power electronics applications.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Familiarity with project management methodologies and ability to manage multiple priorities.

Benefits

• This position may require occasional travel to customer sites, supplier facilities, or test laboratories.