Power Electronics Design Engineer
Nexus Semiconductor Recruitment, Austin, TX, United States
About the Company
Join a team shaping the future of power semiconductor technology. A pioneering semiconductor company in Austin is seeking a Power Electronics Engineer to support the development of its next-generation bidirectional power switching devices. Their patented technology aims to transform efficiency and performance in power applications across electric vehicles, renewable energy systems, energy storage, data centers, and industrial infrastructure.
About the Role
This is a hands-on, lab-focused role ideal for an engineer with strong circuit-level skills, a background in gate driver development, and a deep curiosity for power electronics innovation. You’ll work cross-functionally with R&D and applications teams to design, validate, and commercialize cutting-edge driver circuits and system solutions.
Responsibilities
Design and test PCB-level gate drivers for converters, inverters, and solid-state circuit breakers (SSCBs)
Support customer-facing applications engineering during integration and testing
Characterize power devices and modules and generate datasheets and technical benchmarks
Create and contribute to white papers, technical documentation, and presentations
Lead technician activities in the lab during prototyping and validation phases
Required Skills
Strong knowledge of gate driver design and PCB development
Experience with power converter and inverter circuits, ideally in high-power/high-voltage environments
Hands-on skills in SPICE simulation, circuit analysis, and lab-based testing
Familiarity with IGBTs, MOSFETs, SiC, BJT, and FRD devices
Proficiency in Altium, SPICE tools, and lab instrumentation
Bonus: experience with microcontroller programming (C++ or Python)
Qualifications
Ph.D. in Power Electronics with 3+ years of industry experience, or M.S. with 5+ years in hands-on power electronics roles
Why Join?
You’ll be part of a small, fast-moving team making a real impact in energy innovation. The work is challenging and rewarding, with visibility across the product lifecycle and significant room for growth.
Equal Opportunity Statement
This company is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive environment where innovation thrives.
Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type Employment type Full-time
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Join a team shaping the future of power semiconductor technology. A pioneering semiconductor company in Austin is seeking a Power Electronics Engineer to support the development of its next-generation bidirectional power switching devices. Their patented technology aims to transform efficiency and performance in power applications across electric vehicles, renewable energy systems, energy storage, data centers, and industrial infrastructure.
About the Role
This is a hands-on, lab-focused role ideal for an engineer with strong circuit-level skills, a background in gate driver development, and a deep curiosity for power electronics innovation. You’ll work cross-functionally with R&D and applications teams to design, validate, and commercialize cutting-edge driver circuits and system solutions.
Responsibilities
Design and test PCB-level gate drivers for converters, inverters, and solid-state circuit breakers (SSCBs)
Support customer-facing applications engineering during integration and testing
Characterize power devices and modules and generate datasheets and technical benchmarks
Create and contribute to white papers, technical documentation, and presentations
Lead technician activities in the lab during prototyping and validation phases
Required Skills
Strong knowledge of gate driver design and PCB development
Experience with power converter and inverter circuits, ideally in high-power/high-voltage environments
Hands-on skills in SPICE simulation, circuit analysis, and lab-based testing
Familiarity with IGBTs, MOSFETs, SiC, BJT, and FRD devices
Proficiency in Altium, SPICE tools, and lab instrumentation
Bonus: experience with microcontroller programming (C++ or Python)
Qualifications
Ph.D. in Power Electronics with 3+ years of industry experience, or M.S. with 5+ years in hands-on power electronics roles
Why Join?
You’ll be part of a small, fast-moving team making a real impact in energy innovation. The work is challenging and rewarding, with visibility across the product lifecycle and significant room for growth.
Equal Opportunity Statement
This company is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive environment where innovation thrives.
Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level
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