Power Electronics Firmware Engineer

Job Title: Power Electronics Firmware EngineerJob Description

We are seeking a seasoned Power Electronics Controls and Firmware Engineer with extensive experience in embedded power control firmware development. The ideal candidate should possess expertise in Control Engineering and Power Electronics, specifically for next-generation fast-charging products.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement embedded controls for PFC, chargers, DC/DC, and inverters.
• Perform board bring-up and develop device drivers for CAN, I2C, SPI, etc.
• Participate in developing specifications, conducting design reviews, and executing unit tests.
• Prove design concepts through computer simulation and physical laboratory implementation/testing.
• Develop automated test cases for Hardware-In-Loop modeling/testing.
• Stay abreast of the latest technology in digital control/controllers.
• Write lean code for real-time interrupt-driven applications.
• Understand schematics and debug hardware issues.
• Comprehend safety regulatory requirements in power converters for use with fast chargers.

Essential Skills

• 5+ years of proven experience developing Power Electronics products.
• Proficient in programming C2000 processors (Texas Instruments) using C/C++ and Zephyr RTOS.
• Experience with HIL testing, particularly with Typhoon.
• Strong understanding of power electronics principles, including control techniques for inverters, rectifiers, and DC-DC converters.
• Proficiency in programming microcontrollers and utilizing various peripherals such as timers, PWM, interrupts, GPIOs, ADC, UART, I2C, SPI, CAN, and Ethernet.
• Experience with version control systems like Git and SVN.
• Expertise in developing secure and reliable bootloaders.
• Proven skills in debugging complex firmware issues using tools like oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and debuggers.
• Experience working with real-time operating systems.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in developing control systems for power inverters/converters.
• Knowledge in control system design, modeling, and simulation using Plecs.
• Hands-on high-power lab working experience and ability to debug hardware issues related to firmware functions in the power converter.
• Experience working with grid-tie inverter systems (Solar, BESS, EVSE, etc.).

Work Environment

The position involves working with advanced technologies and requires expertise in using equipment such as oscilloscopes and logic analyzers. The environment is fast-paced, focusing on innovation and the latest advancements in digital control technologies.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Campbell, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $70.00 - $90.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Campbell,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 28, 2026.

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