Sr Manager, Power Electronics & Controls

at  Schneider Electric

Job Description:
We are seeking an outstanding engineering leader to head the solar/storage power conversion and control engineering team at our Vancouver R&D center. You will lead a top-tier team of power electronics engineers and steer product development in a dynamic environment. You will oversee the entire product development process, from concept/ideation to manufacturing. If you are passionate about making a difference in the world through solar and battery storage, this is the perfect opportunity for you!
This role is based out of Vancouver, BC.

WHAT QUALIFICATIONS WILL MAKE YOU SUCCESSFUL?

• 8+ years of managerial experience with a proven track record in product development
• 12+ years of engineering experience focusing on power electronics
• Strong background in power conversion and controls, particularly in multi-level inverters, DAB/CLLC converters, vehicle power trains, EV chargers, etc
• Must be adept in both HW and FW development
• Proficiency in Modeling and PCB design tools such as PLECS, Cadence, Ansys Q3D, Maxwell, etc
• Up-to-date knowledge of the latest trends in power electronics, including SiC/GaN power devices and power converter topologies
• Familiarity with solar/storage regulatory aspects is highly desirable
• Previous experience in dynamic, multi-time zone work environments
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  Qualifications:

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Flexibility: With our Global Flexibility at Work policy, and our hybrid work model, we empower our employees to work flexibly, managing their unique life and work in the way that works best for them. We embrace agile, flexible, and smart ways of working for our people — to support higher performance, greater inclusion and well-being, and stronger resiliency. Working part-time or from the comfort of your home are just a few of the opportunities available when you most need them.
• Career Development: We provide a rich environment for our people to grow and learn every day. Our career development model is built around 3 pillars: Experience, Exposure and Education. In addition to working with your manager to build your unique career path, you can use our digital and borderless career platform – Open Talent Market – to match your skills and ambitions to opportunities across the organization including mentorships, part-time projects, and open positions.
• Inclusive Environment: At Schneider Electric, diversity is an integral part of our history, culture, identity, and success. By embracing difference, we build a culture of respect where everyone feels safe to be their authentic selves. We are fully committed to inclusion, and our policies and culture reflect this commitment to our employees.
• Canada: Great Benefits: Schneider Electric offers an inclusive benefits package to support our employees such as flexible work arrangements, paid family leave, group pension match, well-being programs, holidays & paid time off, recharge breaks, employee share ownership plan and more. Learn more: http://se.com/ca/careers
  The compensation range for this full-time position, which includes base pay and short-term incentive, is $160,000-$240,000 for candidates who are B.C. residents. Our salary ranges are determined by including roles of similar responsibility and level. Within the salary range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Schneider Electric also offers an inclusive benefits package to support all of our employees such as flexible work arrangements, paid family leaves, pension matching, well-being programs, holidays & paid time off, and more.
  If you feel that your experience is either above or below the initial requirements listed, we still encourage you to apply for the position. We are considering candidates of varying seniority for this role, and the salary range will be adjusted accordingly based on your experience.
  We are looking for positive, self-motivated, passionate people with a keen desire to collaborate in an exciting, energetic, team-based design environment to help us develop next generation technologies to empower and connect our world-class products to each other, and to our customers.

• Lead the Solar/Storage power conversion and electrical engineering teams at our Vancouver, BC R&D Center
• Oversee the complete power conversion product development process from concept to industrialization
• Cultivate an environment of innovation and collaboration within the team and with external stakeholders, including mechanical engineering, PCB designers, compliance, and supply chain.
• Establish and facilitate thorough and timely design reviews of schematics and PCB layouts
• Drive cutting-edge magnetics design, EMI/EMC strategies, and thermal management studies
• Drive DFMEAs, Design Margin Studies, and MTBF calculations
• Work closely with the program management on project schedules and resource allocations
• Pay close attention to details, and be proactive and decisive in a fast-paced work environment
• Recruit and mentor a high-performing team