Senior Power Electronics Engineer - Research & Innovation High Voltage
About The Position
We are seeking a Senior Power Electronics Engineer to join our Research & Innovation team, driving the development of next-generation power conversion technologies for grid-scale energy systems. This role sits at the intersection of advanced R&D and practical application, delivering solutions from concept through prototype to product. You will innovate across power semiconductors, converter topologies, and control systems while collaborating with global engineering teams in a fast-paced, high-tech environment. Are you ready to join our world-class team of researchers and do you have “The Energy to Change the World”? Relocation Assistance Available
Requirements
- Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering or related field with 6+ years of industry experience in power electronics OR Master Degree in Electrical Engineering with a minimum of 8+ years of industry experience in power electronics
- 5 years of experience designing, building, and testing power converter circuits from simulation through hardware validation
- 5 years of expertise in power device physics and characteristics, including silicon and wide-bandgap (SiC, GaN) semiconductors
- 5 years of experience in power electronics modeling and simulation (e.g., PLECS, SPICE, MATLAB/Simulink, FEA tools)
- 5+ years hands-on experience designing or testing power converters at 1+ MW scale
Nice To Haves
- Experience spanning R&D, product development, and manufacturing environments
- Medium-voltage and high-voltage power converter design experience
- Familiarity with electrical safety standards, PPE requirements, and safe work practices in high-voltage labs
- Strong communication, organizational, and analytical skills with attention to detail
- Adaptable and collaborative in a fast-paced, globally distributed team environment
Responsibilities
- Design, model, simulate, and validate power semiconductor devices and converter circuits using industry-standard tools (PLECS, SPICE, MATLAB/Simulink, FEA)
- Develop gate driver circuits and associated power supplies for high-performance switching applications
- Lead and contribute to projects from concept through prototype, testing, and technology transfer
- Define and execute test procedures for power devices and converters, ensuring rigorous validation
- Document innovations through patents, technical reports, and peer-reviewed publications
- Collaborate cross-functionally with global business units, academic partners, and external customers to advance power electronics solutions
- Stay current with emerging power electronics technologies and identify new applications for the business
Benefits
- Relocation Assistance Provided
- medical
- dental
- vision
- prescription drug coverage
- access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource
- access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services
- GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions
- access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants
- tuition assistance
- adoption assistance
- paid parental leave
- disability benefits
- life insurance
- 12 paid holidays
- permissive time off
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
