ALTEN Technology USA · 3 weeks ago
Electrical /Hardware Engineer (Invertor/Power Electronics)
Auburn Hills, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expALTEN Technology USA is an engineering company that provides solutions for engineering, technology, and product development projects. The Electrical/Hardware Engineer will lead the design and development of power electronics components, ensuring compliance with specifications and industry best practices while collaborating with cross-functional teams.
ConsultingInformation Technology
Hiring Manager
Leo Stephen
Responsibilities
Lead design and development activities for power electronics components, including power inverters, converters, and charging systems
Act as a technical authority and SME in power electronics, supporting technology evaluation and readiness assessments
Ensure alignment of requirements, specifications, and documentation throughout the development lifecycle
Apply TRL processes to assess technology maturity and support decision-making
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including manufacturing, program management, purchasing, cost engineering, suppliers, and testing organizations
Ensure designs meet performance, reliability, manufacturability, and industry best practice standards
Analyze hardware circuitry, identify potential failure modes, and support root cause investigations
Develop and maintain best-practice documentation to support continuous improvement initiatives
Contribute to the development of product technology roadmaps and future power electronics strategies
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical, Mechatronics, Systems, or Mechanical Engineering
8+ years of experience in high-voltage, high-power, or electric vehicle environments
Experience with power electronics and electrical modeling and simulation tools
3+ years of hands-on experience in power inverter or traction inverter development
Strong understanding of power electronics devices, architectures, and operating principles
Knowledge of engineering standards, design specifications, and validation protocols
Understanding of hardware circuitry, failure modes, and reliability considerations
Automotive-focused experience in applications engineering and product development
Working knowledge of DVP&R and DFMEA methodologies
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills
Familiarity with power electronics analysis and simulation tools
Self-motivated, proactive, and capable of working independently
Proven ability to work effectively in cross-functional team environments
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines with accuracy and attention to detail
Preferred
Master's or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering
Experience with power electronics specifications related to electric motors and powertrain controls
Printed Circuit Board (PCB) design and fabrication experience
Knowledge of semiconductor manufacturing processes
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
A 401(k) plan with employer matching
Paid time off (PTO)
Paid parental leave
Mentorship to help you take your career to the next level
Company
ALTEN Technology USA
ALTEN Technology USA is an engineering consulting company. It is a sub-organization of Alten.
501-1000 employees
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Late StageLeadership Team
Mark Henault
Chief Technology Officer at Alten Technology
Mike Walraven
Chief Administrative Officer
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