Electrical Engineer / Power Electronics Engineer

Power Electronics Engineer

Job Description and Duties

The Power Electronics Engineer is responsible for engineering, overseeing manufacturing and or sourcing, installation, and development of complex multi-phase high voltage (480V) systems including but not limited to: wiring design and installation, variable frequency drives, generator sets, load banks, industrial process controllers, and switching gear.  In addition to specifying this hardware, the candidate should also be able to have hands on experience with installing and optimizing these devices including all aspects of measurement and control (CAN communication protocol, synchronization strategies, etc).  Initially, the primary project of interest for the candidate will be continued development of the M2X Reformer and Reactor skid systems and sub-systems.  Later, projects of interest will be related to Motorsports including ECU development, starters and alternators, sensors, etc.

The ideal candidate for this position will have education in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, and or Mechatronics Engineering.  Having additional experience and or exposures  with combustion engine controls (EFI), engine mechatronics devices (starters and alternators), custom controller development (Arduinos etc), power electronics, and engine testing including experience with AVL products is a plus.

Employee Status:   Salary

Reports to:  ECR Engines Director of Engineering

Onsite: This position requires an employee to be on-site (Welcome, North Carolina) on a full-time basis.  Infrequent travel to Texas, Oklahoma, North Dakota, and other similar mid-west  and West Coast locations may be required.

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Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Electronics/Power Electronics Engineering from an accredited institution. Master’s degree in similar fields desired.
• Minimum of 5 years of industry experience with the development of power electronics control or Variable Frequency Drives/motor control, including the development of control architecture, algorithms, and embedded software
• Other experiences in the Power Electronics industry such as the traditional and or Solar Power, experience in the Nuclear Navy, and or other similar significant experiences is desired and required.
• Self-motivated and goal-oriented individual
• Demonstrated knowledge of engineering processes (e.g., DFSS/DMEA)
• Collaborative orientation, the ability to succeed in a highly team-oriented, national/international, and diverse environments
• Position requires up to 15% travel domestically and internationally
• Desire for innovation and new product development
• US Citizenship and or ability to work in the US without sponsorship required

Benefits

• The expected annual salary range for this role is $75K - $125K a year, compensation based on pertinent skills and experiences
• ECR Engines provides various Health and Welfare benefits as well as Retirement benefits, and several programs that provide for paid and unpaid time away from work

Essential Duties and Candidate Skillsets:

• Demonstrated experience in design and implementation of high voltage and multiple phase power electronics.
• Hands-on experience with practical systems, including wiring and electrical system hardware installation and troubleshooting.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Professional experience and ability to engineer 480V systems up to 400 amps including microgrid power management with generators and motors with experience transitioning between shore power supplies.
• Knowledge of the National Electrical Code highly desired.
• Instrumentation/control/calibration demonstrated experiences including CAN communication, harness design and manufacturing, power electronics design/synchronization, and new controller implementation.
• Demonstrated experience with data acquisition and analysis, specifically tools used in the industry such as oscilloscopes, function generators, probes, etc is required.
• Prepare technical documentation, including specifications, wiring and harness diagrams, test plans, and reports.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate electronics into larger systems.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and advancements, incorporating new technologies into designs.
• Provide technical support and guidance to other team members and stakeholders.
• On an as needed basis, consult with ECR leadership and engineering on building facility issues related to power electronics etc.
• Provide technical support and guidance to other team members and stakeholders.