Senior Hardware Power Engineer
Hewlett Packard Enterprise· enterprise· Enterprise IT· Oct 19, 2026 · 9d ago
Sunnyvale, California, United States of America
In office
Full-time
Senior
$148K–$220K est.
6+ years exp
Job description
Senior Hardware Power Engineer
This role has been designed as ‘’Onsite’ with an expectation that you will primarily work from an HPE office.
Who We Are:
Hewlett Packard Enterprise is the global edge-to-cloud company advancing the way people live and work. We help companies connect, protect, analyze, and act on their data and applications wherever they live, from edge to cloud, so they can turn insights into outcomes at the speed required to thrive in today’s complex world. Our culture thrives on finding new and better ways to accelerate what’s next. We know varied backgrounds are valued and succeed here. We have the flexibility to manage our work and personal needs. We make bold moves, together, and are a force for good. If you are looking to stretch and grow your career our culture will embrace you. Open up opportunities with HPE.
Job Description:
Designs, analyzes, develops, modifies and evaluates electrical/electronic parts, sub-systems or integrated circuitry related to power delivery in the hardware systems. Conducts feasibility studies, design margin and validation analyses on new and modified power supply designs. As a power expert, assists in architecture development of new networking hardware systems. Capable of directing support personnel in the preparation of detailed design, design testing and prototype fabrication.
Role does require being on-site in Sunnyvale 3 days a week, potentially more to meet business needs.
Management Level Definition:
Contributions impact technical components of HPE products, solutions, or services regularly and sustainable. Applies advanced subject matter knowledge to solve complex business issues and is regarded as a subject matter expert. Provides expertise and partnership to functional and technical project teams and may participate in cross-functional initiatives. Exercises significant independent judgment to determine best method for achieving objectives. May provide team leadership and mentoring to others.
Responsibilities:
The selected candidate will be an Individual Contributor within the Power Systems Development team. Assignments will be at the direction of the Power Systems Development Manager. Typical Board Mount Power activities will include definition of design requirements, selection of critical components, design/simulation/schematic capture of power circuit blocks and coordination with the Board Level and PCB Layout Engineers, and subsequent bring-up and characterization testing of the completed prototype design and introduction to Manufacturing. Similarly, the Front End Power System development process involves System Level Conceptualization, Power Supply Module Functional Specification, and the full cycle of engineering development with HPE Supplier(s), including prototype testing, system integration, documentation and Manufacturing support. Both Board Mount and Front End Power development responsibilities include preparing and/or reviewing test plans and supervising tests as well as in leading the Technical Peer Review of ones work as well as participating in that of other team members. As a Senior Level Individual Contributor, this position will also include Leadership activities such as Mentoring less experienced members of the Power Engineering Team, developing new Technology initiatives within the group, and participating in the HPE Patent application process.
Education and Experience Required:
Qualified candidates should have a 6 years related Power Design Engineering experience, with Bachelors in Electrical Engineering degree minimum, Masters of Electrical Engineering is preferred.
Solid experience with schematic capture and simulation tools (including SPICE) is essential
Candidate needs to have a practical background with multilayer PCB Layout tools and techniques.
Familiarity with power development CAD tools such as Cadence Sigrity PowerDC is a plus
Working knowledge of communication interfaces such as I2C/PMBus as well as firmware design experience are highly desirable.
Role does require being on-site in Sunnyvale 3 days a week, potentially more to meet business needs.
Knowledge and Skills:
Using electrical design tools and software packages.
Excellent analytical and problem solving skills.
Experience in overall architecture of electronic hardware for products and solutions.
Designing and integrating electronic components, integrated circuitry, and algorithms into overall architecture.
Evaluating and proposing forms of empirical analysis, modeling and testing methodologies to validate component, circuit, and hardware designs and thermal/emissions management.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; mastery in English and local language.
Ability to effectively communicate product architectures, design proposals and negotiate options at senior management levels.
Accessibility
HPE is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities. If you believe you require accommodation during any stage of the application or interview process, please submit your request by completing our secure form linked here .
Note: This option is reserved for applicants needing assistance/reasonable accommodation related to a disability.
What We Can Offer You:
Health & Wellbeing
We strive to provide our team members and their loved ones with a comprehensive suite of benefits that supports their physical, financial and emotional wellbeing.
Personal & Professional Development
We also invest in your career because the better you are, the better we all are. We have specific programs catered to helping you reach any career goals you have — whether you want to become a knowledge expert in your field or apply your skills to another division.
Unconditional Inclusion
We are unconditionally inclusive in the way we work and celebrate individual uniqueness. We know varied backgrounds are valued and succeed here. We have the flexibility to manage our work and personal needs. We make bold moves, together, and are a force for good.
Let s Stay Connected:
Follow HPECareers on Instagram to see the latest on people, culture and tech at HPE.
#unitedstates
Job:
Engineering Job Level:
TCP_04
"The expected salary/wage range for this position is provided below. Actual offer may vary from this range based upon geographic location, work experience, education/training, and/or skill level.
– United States of America: Annual Salary USD 140,500 - 285,000 in California
The listed salary range reflects base salary. Variable incentives may also be offered."
Information about employee benefits offered in the US can be found at myhperewards.com
HPE is an Equal Employment Opportunity/ Veterans/Disabled/LGBT employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, or any other protected category, and all decisions we make are made on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. Our goal is to be one global team that is representative of our customers, in an inclusive environment where we can continue to innovate and grow together. Please click here: Equal Employment Opportunity .
Hewlett Packard Enterprise is EEO Protected Veteran/ Individual with Disabilities.
HPE will comply with all applicable laws related to employer use of arrest and conviction records, including laws requiring employers to consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories.
Recruitment Fraud Alert
We have become aware of an increase in fraudulent recruitment activities in which individuals impersonate our company or authorized recruitment agencies to offer fake employment opportunities. These scams may occur through false websites, emails, social media, or chat-based applications and often aim to obtain personal information or money. Please note that Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE), its direct and indirect subsidiaries and affiliated companies, and its authorized recruitment agencies/vendors will never charge a candidate a registration fee, hiring fee, or any other fee in connection with its recruitment and hiring process. We also never request personal information such as back account details, Social Security numbers, or national IDs via social media or chat applications.
All legitimate job opportunities will come through official company channels, and candidates are responsible for verifying the credentials of any third party claiming to represent the company. Any reliance on fraudulent communication is at the individual’s own risk, and HPE disclaims legal liability for any resulting damages. If you suspect recruitment fraud, do not share personal information or make any payments and report the incident to your local authorities immediately.
Application prep
Use the role’s language and application details while tailoring your materials.
Keywords to mirror
accessibility
- Platform
- workday
- Effort
- long
Benefits
Benefits detected in the listing.
Vision
Professional Development