Schneider Electric · 4 hours ago
Senior Power Electronics Engineer
Schneider Electric is recognized as one of the world’s most sustainable companies, and they are seeking a Senior Principal Power Electronics Engineer to lead the design of high-power energy conversion solutions. This role involves technical leadership and collaboration across various engineering teams to drive innovation in power electronics.
Responsibilities
Lead the design and development of high-power UPS and 3-phase / DC power conversion systems
Define and validate power topologies, magnetics, passive components, and semiconductor selections
Design electronic subassemblies including schematics, PCB layout, and power stages
Ensure designs meet safety, functional, reliability, cost, and performance targets
Serve as a technical reference for power electronics across current and future product platforms
Drive selection and adoption of development, simulation, and HIL tools
Conduct technical studies, explorations, and proof-of-concepts in power conversion
Author technical papers and contribute to patentable innovations
Collaborate closely with firmware, mechanical, electrical, V&V, manufacturing, and supply chain teams
Support technical decision-making at senior leadership level with data-driven recommendations
Balance business needs, technology trade-offs, risk, and cost
Provide technical support to sales, marketing, manufacturing, and customer-facing teams
Take full ownership of assigned projects, ensuring scope, timeline, and budget objectives are met
Contribute to continuous improvement of R&D processes and development standards
Qualification
Required
Master's degree or higher in Power Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Electronics, or equivalent
5+ years of hands-on experience in power electronics and energy conversion
Proven experience with high-power converters, UPS systems, or similar domains
Strong understanding of power electronic principles and topologies
Strong understanding of magnetics and inductive design
Strong understanding of passive components and stress calculations
Proficiency with ECAD tools (Cadence preferred)
Experience with simulation, modeling, and validation tools
Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Ability to thrive in a multicultural, global R&D environment
Structured, analytical, and ownership-driven mindset
Professional fluency in English
Preferred
Experience with digital control electronics / embedded systems is a strong plus
Prior involvement in innovative or breakthrough product development is highly valued
Benefits
Medical (with member reward points)
Dental
Vision
Basic life insurance
Benefit Bucks (credits to apply towards your benefits)
Flexible work arrangements
Paid family leaves
401(k) + match
Well-being and recognition (including service anniversary) programs
12 holidays per year
15 days of paid time off per year (pro-rated in the first year of employment based on start date)
Opportunity to purchase company stock (eligibility depends on start date)
Military leave benefits
Company
Schneider Electric
Schneider Electric specializes in the digital transformation of energy management and automation.
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$4.08BKey Investors
California State Water Resources Control BoardIdinvest Partners
2025-08-26Post Ipo Debt· $4.08B
2018-04-05Grant· $1.6M
2004-12-03Series Unknown
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