Power Electronics Engineer
Electric Hydrogen· Mechanical Or Industrial Engineering· Sep 4, 2026 · 2mo ago
San Jose, California, United States
Hybrid
Full-time
Mid
$114K–$160K est.
3+ years exp
Job description
Electric Hydrogen’s mission is to decarbonize our world! Our outstanding people deliver creative decarbonization energy solutions to our customers.
We are seeking a hands-on Power Electronics Engineer to contribute across the full converter development cycle, from topology analysis and simulation through schematic capture, PCB layout, magnetics design, and laboratory bring-up and validation of power stages.
In this role, you will work closely with electrical, firmware, controls, and systems engineering teams to develop and optimize power electronics solutions for Electric Hydrogen’s products.
Primary Responsibilities
Participate in converter topology analysis, including design and optimization, loss calculations, and development of costed bills of materials (BOMs)
Develop schematics and execute PCB layouts using industry-standard design tools
Analyze and design magnetic components, including inductors and transformers, with responsibility for core and winding selection and loss estimation
Perform hands-on laboratory debugging and troubleshooting of power stages, including bring-up, testing, and validation
Support modeling and simulation of power electronics converters to evaluate performance and inform design decisions
Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams throughout the design, development, testing, and validation process
Qualifications
BS or MS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related engineering discipline
For mid-level candidates, 3+ years of relevant industry experience in power electronics; strong academic, project, or internship experience in power electronics will be considered for junior-level candidates
Experience with power electronics converters, including rectifiers and inverters
Working knowledge of magnetics analysis and design
Experience with power electronics modeling and simulation tools such as PLECS, Simulink, or comparable tools
Solid understanding of analog and digital circuitry
Experience with schematic capture and PCB layout tools; experience with OrCAD is preferred
Hands-on experience with laboratory testing, debugging, and troubleshooting of power electronics hardware
Knowledge of the fundamentals of power electronics control is a plus
Familiarity with digital design and microcontrollers is a plus
Experience with finite element analysis (FEA) tools such as Ansys Maxwell is a plus
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Compensation and Benefits | P3
San Jose Zone $154,000 — $181,000 USD Actual base salary offered to the hired applicant will be determined based on their work location, level, qualifications, job-related skills, as well as relevant education or training and experience.
Base salary is just one part of Electric Hydrogen’s total rewards package. We feel strongly that our team should not have to worry about having quality healthcare. In addition to the base salary offered, the hired applicant may receive:
an equity grant
time off programs
a $75/month cell phone allowance
a 4% employer 401(k) match
access to competitive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term & long-term disability plans
a discretionary bonus
Electric Hydrogen’s benefits programs are subject to eligibility requirements.
About Electric Hydrogen
Electric Hydrogen is a team of the world's experts in scaling technologies for the post-carbon world, with a proven record in transforming the grid and transportation sectors. Backed by some of the world's top venture capital firms, we design and manufacture electrolytic hydrogen systems matched to renewable power sources to create green hydrogen by splitting water. We are building a cost-effective and transformative path between renewable energy and multiple large industrial sectors. Abundant and low-cost renewable energy sources will power the world, and Electric Hydrogen technology will use this energy to decarbonize industry through sustainable materials. We were founded in 2020 and are based in California and Massachusetts.
Electric Hydrogen is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace for all to belong. We are aware that people from historically underrepresented groups are less likely to apply if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We are actively working on efforts to change this social norm. If you are excited about this role, we encourage you to apply !
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