Senior Power Electronics Engineer Job in Solaredge Technologies

About the Role:

As a Senior Power Electronics Engineer at SolarEdge India R&D, you will play a crucial role in designing, developing, and optimizing power electronics and power systems for our cutting-edge solar energy products. You will be a key driver of innovation and technical excellence, contributing directly to SolarEdge's vision of accessible and efficient solar power.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design, analysis, and development of advanced power electronics and power systems for SolarEdge's solar energy products, including inverters, power optimizers, and energy storage solutions.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams (electrical, mechanical, PCB layout, and firmware engineers) to ensure seamless development, integration, and optimization of power systems.
• Conduct comprehensive power system studies (load flow analysis, transient stability, harmonic analysis) to evaluate system performance and reliability.
• Perform detailed design and analysis of power electronic circuits, ensuring adherence to industry standards and safety regulations.
• Create and maintain detailed design documentation, including schematics, Bills of Materials (BOMs), and test procedures.
• Lead the testing and verification of power electronics and power systems in both laboratory and field settings, ensuring they meet design specifications and quality standards.
• Actively participate in design reviews, providing technical expertise and guidance to the team to foster continuous improvement and innovation.
• Collaborate with suppliers and manufacturing teams to support the transition of designs from R&D to mass production, addressing any design-related challenges.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers, cultivating a collaborative and innovative work environment.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's (B.E/B.Tech) or Master's (M.E./M.Tech) degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering specializing in Power Electronics or Power Systems.
• 10+ years of hands-on experience in power electronics design and power system analysis, preferably within the solar or renewable energy industry.
• Strong understanding of power semiconductor devices (including SiC and GaN), gate drive circuits, and magnetic components used in power converters.
• Proficiency with simulation tools (e.g., PSpice, LTSpice, Simulink).
• Knowledge of power converter topologies (DC/DC, DC/AC, and AC/DC), including resonant and bi-directional converters and grid-tied inverters.
• Excellent understanding of PCB layout rules, considering high-current traces, thermal management, creepage, clearance requirements for HV and LV traces. Expertise in best practices for power distribution, component placement, and impedance control.
• Implementation of EMI/EMC best design practices to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
• Familiarity with international safety and regulatory standards for power electronics and solar energy products.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively in a cross-functional team.
• Proven track record of delivering high-quality power electronics designs from concept to production.
• Results-oriented mindset with a focus on achieving tangible and measurable outcomes.