Principal Electronic Engineer

Advanced Energy Industries, Inc•Wilmington, MA

2d•$170,000 - $220,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Principal Electrical Engineer is a key technical leader who drives the design, development, testing, and delivery of innovative products and systems. In this highly visible role, you will work directly with customers to understand their challenges, translate requirements into impactful solutions, and help shape the future of our technology. Combining technical expertise with strategic thinking, you will solve complex engineering problems, validate cutting-edge concepts, and provide leadership and mentorship to engineers and engineering technicians. You will collaborate with customers, stakeholders, and senior leaders—both within Advanced Energy and externally—to deliver exceptional results and advance mission-critical programs.

Requirements

Comprehensive knowledge of kV high-voltage design practices and engineering processes
Expert-level knowledge of power electronics design
AC/DC and DC/DC switched-mode power supply design
EMI/EMC design, analysis, and mitigation
Magnetic component design and optimization
Power component selection, including MOSFETs, GaN FETs, gate drivers, capacitors, and related devices
Feedback control analysis and control loop design
Discrete analog and digital circuit design
Embedded systems design using microcontrollers and/or FPGA architectures
PCB layout, stack-up design, and noise mitigation techniques
Proficiency with simulation tools such as PSIM, SIMPLIS, PLECS, or equivalent
Ability to perform statistical and mathematical analysis, including Kalman filtering and Gaussian denoising techniques
Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to work independently and solve complex technical problems
12+ years of electrical engineering experience, including high-voltage (kV) power systems and power electronics design
Experience with switch-mode power supplies (SMPS) and power electronics applications
Experience independently solving complex technical challenges and leading technical initiatives
Experience managing multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
Experience providing technical leadership, mentoring, and guidance to engineers and engineering technicians
Experience influencing, negotiating, and driving solutions in complex technical environments
Hands-on laboratory, testing, debugging, and troubleshooting experience
Experience developing product specifications, verification plans, and test procedures
Experience with reliability and environmental testing, including HALT, HASS, and ALT methodologies
Experience with DFM (Design for Manufacturability), DFT (Design for Testability), and FMEA (Failure Modes and Effects Analysis)

Nice To Haves

Experience with MATLAB, Mathcad, or similar engineering tools
Working knowledge of microcontroller and FPGA firmware development
Understanding of EtherCAT and industrial communication protocols
Experience with thermal design and thermal management techniques
Experience designing products for safety, regulatory compliance, and certification
Familiarity with IEC 61000, UL, and other applicable industry standards

Responsibilities

Responsible for the design and analysis of systems, products, and subsystems/circuits to specification, cost, budget, schedule, and quality goals.
Responsible to diagnose issues of diverse scope with design, field performance, reliability and test yields of products and recommend/implement corrective actions to address.
Assume responsibility for the success of the product/system in the customers' applications and recommend/implement corrective actions as needed.
Follow key engineering procedures in the Product Development Process and ECO process.
Work with manufacturing locations and supply chain groups to implement cost reductions, manufacturability improvements, and quality improvements for existing products.

Benefits

Market-based base pay
Annual pay-for-performance incentive plan
Discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Medical - multiple medical plans are available to choose from
Short and long-term disability and life insurance
Health savings and flexible spending accounts
Generous time off policy starting with 3 weeks of paid vacation, 7 days of paid sick time, and 12 paid holidays
8 hours of paid volunteer time off
8 weeks of paid parental leave for both parents
Company matched 401(k)
Tuition reimbursement
Expanded mental health coverage and employee assistance programs
Other voluntary benefits include critical illness, accident and hospital indemnity, pet insurance, identify theft, and legal assistance