xLight Inc. · 3 days ago
Lead Power Conversion Engineer
Palo Alto, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/StaffxLight Inc. is building the world’s most powerful laser to revolutionize semiconductor lithography and metrology. They are seeking a Lead Engineer to design and develop power supply systems for precision magnet control and high voltage applications, requiring deep expertise in power conversion and high voltage systems.
ElectronicsLaserManufacturing
No H1B
U.S. Citizen OnlyHiring Manager
Joseph DeLong
Responsibilities
Lead the design and development of AC/DC and DC/DC power conversion systems for magnet control applications
Architect and implement high voltage and high current power supply solutions
Design systems to meet stringent ripple and noise specifications for sensitive magnet applications
Analyze and mitigate long-term drift effects to ensure system stability over extended operational periods
Develop specifications, test procedures, and acceptance criteria for power supply systems
Ensure all designs comply with the National Electrical Code (NEC) and relevant safety standards
Collaborate with magnet designers, controls engineers, and operations teams to optimize system performance
Oversee prototype development, testing, and qualification of power supply systems
Provide technical leadership and guidance to engineering team members
Prepare technical documentation, design reviews, and progress reports
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
Extensive experience with power conversion techniques including AC/DC and DC/DC topologies
Proven track record designing and implementing high voltage and high current power supplies
Deep understanding of ripple and noise analysis, measurement, and mitigation techniques
Strong knowledge of long-term drift mechanisms and compensation strategies
Thorough understanding of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and its application to power system design
Experience with power supply control systems and feedback loops
Proficiency with simulation tools for power electronics (SPICE, PLECS, or similar)
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and leadership abilities
Preferred
Experience developing power supplies for particle accelerators or similar precision magnet systems
Experience with the Experimental Physics Industrial Control System (EPICS)
Knowledge of beam dynamics and magnet field requirements
Experience with precision current regulation and measurement techniques
Familiarity with interlock and protection systems for high power equipment
Understanding of thermal management for high power density systems
Master's degree or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering or Power Electronics
Experience with digital control techniques for power supplies
Knowledge of EMI/EMC considerations in high power systems
Company
xLight Inc.
xLight is building the world’s most powerful lasers.
Founded in 2021
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$51.61MKey Investors
Playground GlobalAlchemist Accelerator
2025-07-22Series B· $40.63M
2022-12-23Series Unknown· $10.99M
2022-05-24Pre Seed
Leadership Team
Will Schumaker
Founder / Board Member
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