Power Electronics Engineer
Job Description
Position Summary
We are seeking a Power Electronics Engineer to design, develop, and support advanced power conversion systems used in industrial drive and automation applications. This role is ideal for a hands-on engineer with strong technical expertise in power electronics, control systems, and system integration who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced engineering environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and develop power electronic converters (AC/DC, DC/DC, DC/AC) for industrial drive systems
- Create and validate designs for rectifiers, inverters, and high-power switching circuits
- Perform circuit simulation, modeling, and analysis (e.g., SPICE, MATLAB/Simulink)
- Support control algorithm development for power conversion and motor control systems
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including controls, mechanical, and manufacturing engineering
- Conduct design verification testing, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis
- Provide technical support during prototype builds, system integration, and field installations
- Ensure designs meet industry standards, safety requirements, and customer specifications
- Contribute to continuous improvement of design processes and product performance
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree: in Electrical Engineering or related field (Master's preferred)
- 3+ years: of experience in power electronics design and development
- Strong knowledge of:
- Power semiconductor devices (IGBTs, MOSFETs, diodes)
- Switching power supplies and converter topologies
- Magnetics design (transformers, inductors)
- Experience with circuit simulation tools (e.g., LTspice, PLECS, MATLAB/Simulink)
- Understanding of control systems and feedback loops
- Ability to troubleshoot and debug complex electronic systems
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with high-power industrial systems (medium or high voltage)
- Familiarity with motor drives and motion control systems
- Knowledge of embedded systems or DSP/FPGA-based control
- Experience with UL, IEEE, or IEC standards
- Experience in thermal management and reliability analysis
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Milwaukee, WI.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $140000.00/yr.
Full benefits- health, dental, vision, 401K
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Milwaukee, WI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 10, 2026.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
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Skills:
- Algorithms
- Analysis Skills
- Artificial Intelligence (AI)
- Automation
- Candidate Screening
- Circuit Simulation
- Communication Skills
- Continuous Improvement
- Control Systems
- Cross-Functional
- Design Verification
- Electrical Engineering
- Electronic Design
- Electronic Engineering
- Electronics
- Embedded Systems
- FPGA
- Genetics
- High Voltage (HV)
- IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers)
- Industry Standards
- International Electro-Technical Commission (IEC)
- MATLAB
- Manufacturing Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Motion Control
- Motor Control Systems
- Power Engineering
- Process Improvement
- Product Design
- Prototyping
- Reliability Analysis
- Root Cause Analysis
- SPICE (Simulation Program with Integrated Circuit Emphasis)
- Safety Training
- System Integration (SI)
- Team Player
- Technical Support
- Test Design
- Testing
- Thermal Management
About the Company:
Actalent Inc