Staff Power Electronics Development Engineer

Job Description:

Staff Power Electronics Development Engineer

Position Overview

We are seeking a Staff Power Electronics Development Engineer to play a key role in the design, development, and optimization of advanced power conversion systems for Nextpower’s renewable energy products. As an expert individual contributor, you will apply deep technical knowledge to architect, analyze, and validate high-performance solutions. You will be directly responsible for solving complex engineering challenges and ensuring robust, manufacturable designs that advance Nextpower's energy ecosystem.

Responsibilities

• System architect and develop advanced power conversion systems optimized for Nextpower's next-generation products.
• Drive technical innovation through development, analysis, and optimization of system-level architectures.
• Perform detailed trade-off studies across performance, cost, reliability, and scalability.
• Execute hands-on development and validation, including modeling, simulation, and lab-based testing.
• Ensure all designs comply with global safety, EMC, and grid interconnection standards.
• Collaborate with mechanical, manufacturing, and supply chain teams to enable seamless integration and manufacturability.
• Support design-for-manufacturability and cost-optimization efforts through component evaluation and process input.
• Troubleshoot and debug complex electrical systems, resolving issues during design and validation phases.
• Document design work, analysis results, and lessons learned to support continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Master’s or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent experience).
• 15+ years of experience in power electronics development, with a strong focus on advanced power conversion systems.
• Expertise in system architecture, control strategies, and protection schemes.
• Proven success delivering validated, high-performance products into production.
• Hands-on experience with prototyping, validation, and compliance testing (thermal, EMI/EMC, reliability).
• Advanced troubleshooting and debugging skills for complex systems.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Nextpower offers a comprehensive benefits package. We provide health care coverage, dental and vision, 401(K) participation including company matching, company paid holidays with unlimited paid time off, generous discretionary company bonuses, life and disability protection and more. Employees in certain positions may be eligible for stock compensation. All plans are in accordance with relevant plan documents. For more information on Nextpower's benefits please view our company website at www.nextpower.com.  Pay is based on market location and may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education and other job-related reasons. The annual salary range for this position is $200,000 to $230,000. 

At Nextpower, we are driving the global energy transition with an integrated clean energy technology platform that combines intelligent structural, electrical, and digital solutions for utility-scale power plants. Our comprehensive portfolio enables faster project delivery, higher performance, and greater reliability, helping our customers capture the full value of solar power. Our talented worldwide teams are redefining how solar power plants are designed, built, and operated every day with smart technology, data-driven insights, and advanced automation. Together, we’re building the foundation for the world’s next generation of clean energy infrastructure.

Nextpower is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.