
Lead Systems Engineer – Power Electronics
Switzerland Global Enterprise
full-time
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Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Hyderabad • India
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About the role
- Lead the system architecture, design, and integration of advanced power electronic subsystems (e.g., converters, inverters, rectifiers) for industrial and energy applications.
- Oversee the development, modelling, and simulation of system-level behaviours, including electrical, thermal, mechanical, and control aspects.
- Possess knowledge on device characteristics (such as IGBTs and SCRs), test and certification of components.
- Have ability to define comprehensive technical requirements, specifications, and controls interface documentation for power electronic systems.
- Coordinate with hardware, firmware, and software teams to ensure seamless system integration and compliance with project requirements.
- Strong understanding of electrical machines and their integration with power electronic systems.
- Ability to assess in detail the THD (Total Harmonic Distortion) calculations and implement mitigation actions to minimize harmonic distortion in power systems.
- Conduct technical reviews, design validation, and root-cause analysis for system-level issues.
- Manage risk assessments, mitigation strategies, and reliability analyses for power electronics projects.
- Support supplier selection, technical negotiations, and collaboration with external technology partners.
- Ensure all engineering activities comply with relevant industry standards, regulations, and internal quality policies.
- Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering technical excellence and knowledge sharing.
- Prepare and present detailed technical documentation, system specifications, and progress reports to stakeholders.
- Investigate and assess the latest newer technologies such as application of silicon carbide or related latest device technologies to reduce THD and improve performance of the systems.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Electrical engineering, Power Electronics, Controls Engineering or related field.
- Relevant experience in power electronics system design, integration, or development.
- Proficiency in simulation and modelling tools (e.g., MATLAB/Simulink, PLECS, SPICE).
- Strong understanding of power electronic devices, topologies, and control strategies.
- Experience with regulatory standards (e.g., IEC, IEEE) relevant to power electronics applications.
- Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
- Familiarity with project management methodologies and ability to manage multiple priorities.
Benefits
- Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
power electronicssystem architecturemodellingsimulationTHD calculationsrisk assessmentsreliability analysestechnical requirementsdesign validationroot-cause analysis
Soft Skills
problem-solvinganalytical skillscommunication skillsmentoringcollaborationtechnical excellenceknowledge sharingproject managementability to manage priorities
Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical EngineeringMaster’s degree in Electrical EngineeringPower Electronics certificationControls Engineering certification