Sr. Staff Electrical Engineer

Bloom Energy•San Jose, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Bloom Energy is seeking an experienced Sr. Staff Electrical Engineer to lead development, integration, and certification of utility-interactive power conversion systems. The systems incorporate medium- and large-scale power electronics, grid-forming and grid-following inverters, and low-voltage power distribution equipment. The engineer will serve as a technical bridge among power electronics, switchgear, controls, protection, compliance, product safety, and other cross-functional teams. The role focuses on inverter-based energy systems operating at 480 Vac with integrated switchboards rated up to 6000 A for grid-parallel, islanded, and microgrid applications. Responsibilities include detailed system design, electrical architecture, protection schemes, and validation plans, while supporting certification to UL, IEEE, NEC, and applicable IEC standards. The position is based at Bloom Energy’s San Jose, California headquarters and reports to the Sr. Principal Engineer, Electrical. Short-period travel may be required.

Requirements

BSEE and 6–10 years of relevant experience.
Strong experience designing electrical assemblies, including wiring harnesses and panel boards.
Experience selecting and qualifying electrical components such as fuses, breakers, contactors, connectors, and cables.
Detailed understanding of power electronics converter topologies and operation.
Demonstrated experience leading system-level designs involving complex integration of power converters with electrical and mechanical systems.
Excellent understanding of UL 1741, NEC, UL 891, and UL 840 standards for product design.
Detailed understanding of serial communications networks such as CAN, Modbus, and Ethernet.
Hands-on experience testing and troubleshooting electrical and electronic equipment in a laboratory environment.
Experience programming in Python, LabVIEW, and Vehicle Spy environments.
Experience with analysis tools such as MATLAB Simulink and SKM power tools.
Fundamental understanding of 3D CAD tools such as SolidWorks and eDrawings.
Willingness to travel for short periods.
Team-oriented problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to plan effectively using different tools; flexibility and adaptability to changing priorities and assignments; ability to maintain confidentiality.

Nice To Haves

MSEE preferred.
EIT/PE preferred.
Experience drawing cable harnesses in AutoCAD, DraftSight, and/or SolidWorks Electrical preferred.

Responsibilities

Design electrical circuits, components, assemblies, and systems, including modeling, component selection, mechanical layout, and packaging.
Design high-power electrical systems, including inverters, switchgear, and other electrical components, supported by calculations and analysis.
Generate detailed requirements specifications for suppliers of electrical components, controllers, and power electronics converters.
Identify opportunities to improve existing electrical designs and lead design changes.
Work with cross-functional teams including mechanical design, compliance, NPI, manufacturing, supply chain, quality, installation, and field service.
Perform system sizing, power-flow analysis, grounding studies, fault-current calculations, and protection coordination.
Conduct laboratory qualification, validation, and compliance testing of electrical components and systems; prepare test plans and reports.
Lead detailed product design reviews, FMEAs, and technical analyses with cross-functional teams.
Support new designs through production ramp and initial field installations.
Provide occasional field support for deployed systems.
Participate in cross-functional problem-solving activities.
Manage projects and deliverables within a structured NPD process.
Participate in safety training, comply with safety policies and practices, and maintain a clean and safe workstation.