Bosch Group
Sr. System Engineer - Power Electronics
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Location
- Farmington Hills, MI, us
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Seniority
- Senior
- Employment
- Not specified
- Experience
- 8+ years
- Category
- Software engineering
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- 8+ years of professional experience in power electronics design and development
- Strong expertise in power conversion systems, including DC-DC converters, AC-DC converters, and inverters
- Proficiency with circuit simulation and design tools such as SPICE, MATLAB, Simulink, and PCB design software
- Solid understanding of power semiconductor devices (MOSFETs, IGBTs, diodes) and their applications
- Experience with thermal analysis, thermal management, and reliability engineering
- Demonstrated ability to conduct system-level integration and hardware testing
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with meticulous attention to detail
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Experience with technical documentation and design specification development
- Proficiency in communicating complex technical concepts to diverse audiences
Nice to have
- Experience designing power electronics systems for automotive or industrial applications
- Familiarity with power quality standards and EMI/EMC compliance requirements
- Background in hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing and real-time simulation
- Experience with power factor correction (PFC) and energy efficiency optimization
- Proven track record of mentoring and leading technical teams
- Knowledge of control systems and feedback loop design for power electronics
- Experience with industry standards such as IEC, ISO, and automotive-specific requirements
Full description
We're looking for a Sr. System Engineer - Power Electronics to join our engineering team in Farmington Hills, United States. In this senior role, you will lead the design, development, and optimization of advanced power electronics systems for demanding industrial and automotive applications. You will combine your deep technical expertise with analytical rigor to solve complex engineering challenges and drive innovation in power conversion technologies. This position offers the opportunity to mentor junior engineers while contributing to cutting-edge projects that shape the future of power electronics.
- Design, develop, and optimize power electronics systems including DC-DC converters, AC-DC rectifiers, and inverter topologies
- Conduct detailed circuit analysis and perform simulations using industry-standard tools such as SPICE, MATLAB, and Simulink
- Lead technical projects from concept through production, ensuring adherence to specifications, timelines, and quality standards
- Perform comprehensive testing, validation, and troubleshooting of power electronics hardware and control systems
- Analyze thermal management requirements and implement effective cooling strategies to ensure system reliability
- Develop and maintain technical documentation, including design specifications, test reports, and system architecture diagrams
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including firmware, mechanical, and manufacturing engineers to ensure seamless system integration
- Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and excellence
- Ensure all designs comply with relevant industry standards, safety regulations, and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) requirements
- Evaluate and recommend power semiconductor devices and components based on performance, cost, and reliability criteria
Required Qualifications:
- 8+ years of professional experience in power electronics design and development
- Strong expertise in power conversion systems, including DC-DC converters, AC-DC converters, and inverters
- Proficiency with circuit simulation and design tools such as SPICE, MATLAB, Simulink, and PCB design software
- Solid understanding of power semiconductor devices (MOSFETs, IGBTs, diodes) and their applications
- Experience with thermal analysis, thermal management, and reliability engineering
- Demonstrated ability to conduct system-level integration and hardware testing
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with meticulous attention to detail
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Experience with technical documentation and design specification development
- Proficiency in communicating complex technical concepts to diverse audiences