ABOUT ADVANCED ENERGY

Advanced Energy (Nasdaq: AEIS) is a global leader in the design and manufacturing of highly engineered, precision power conversion, measurement and control solutions for mission-critical applications and processes. AE’s power solutions enable customer innovation in complex applications for a wide range of industries including semiconductor equipment, industrial, manufacturing, telecommunications, data center computing and healthcare. With engineering know-how and responsive service and support around the globe, the company builds collaborative partnerships to meet technology advances, propel growth for its customers and innovate the future of power. Advanced Energy has devoted four decades to perfecting power for its global customers and is headquartered in Denver, Colorado.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Based in Wilmington, MA, the Principal Electrical Engineer will be responsible for engineering work in applied research, design, development, testing, manufacturing, and documentation of products or systems. The Principal Engineer should be able to identify and recommend design solutions. Works with customers directly to identify and understand requirements and needs. Understands how designs impact products beyond scope of work. Uses research techniques to analyze and validate design or theory concepts. Provides direction and leadership to engineers and engineering technicians related to program specific work. Interacts with senior level professionals both internal and external to AE.

EXPERIENCE:

Essential

• Proven professional skills as an experienced engineer with a full understanding of medical practices and company policies/procedures (10+ years of experience)
• Ability to solve complex technical problems independently
• Ability to manage multiple projects at one time
• Good verbal, written communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to provide technical mentoring other team members
• Experience with influencing and negotiating in complex situations

Desirable

• Power electronics design
• AC/DC and DC/DC switched mode power supply design
• Power Factor Correction design
• EMI and EMC design and resolution
• Magnetic Design
• RF Power Design
• Simulation Package Expertise
• Designing for Safety and Compliance (Medical background a plus)
• Understanding of firmware and coding
• Designing for thermals

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent)

• Responsible for the design and analysis of systems, products, and subsystems/circuits to specification, cost, budget, schedule, and quality goals.
• Responsible to diagnose issues of diverse scope with design, field performance, reliability and test yields of products and recommend/implement corrective actions to address
• Assumes responsibility for the success of the product/system in the customers’ applications and recommend/implement corrective actions as needed
• Follows key engineering procedures in the Product Development Process and ECO process
• Work with manufacturing locations and supply chain groups to implement cost reductions, manufacturability improvements, and quality improvements for existing products