Sr. Manager, Power Electronics
1st Avenue PowerSan Jose, California
Full Time
Posted February 6, 2026
$140k - $300k
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Job Description
A senior manager role focused on leading the development and optimization of power electronics systems for renewable energy applications, including solar, wind, and energy storage, with responsibilities spanning project management, system design, control development, and cross-functional collaboration to support the transition to sustainable energy.
Key Responsibilities
- Optimize renewable energy systems and define power electronics subsystem components
- Lead projects from concept through prototype, including budgeting, scheduling, and stakeholder coordination
- Develop control systems and grid integration strategies for renewable sources
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on large-scale energy projects
- Ensure compliance with environmental, safety, and electrical standards
- Prepare technical documentation, reports, and presentations
Requirements
- Master's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics, or related field.
- 7 years of experience in developing power electronics systems for renewable energy systems, with utility-scale experience preferred.
- Proven experience with high-power inverter and DC-DC converter design of 100 kW or more.
- Strong understanding of grid-connected power systems and renewable energy integration.
- Strong understanding of energy storage and smart grid concepts as well as grid codes and relevant standards such as IEC 62109, IEEE 1547, and UL 1741.
- Experience with power electronics simulation, control, modeling, simulation tools, and product development process.
- Experience with project and team management.
- Experience mentoring younger engineers.
- Familiarity with semiconductor devices including IGBT, MOSFET, SiC, and GaN.
- Knowledge of magnetics design and thermal management related to power electronics.
- Ability to lead projects from concept through prototype, including budgeting, scheduling, and stakeholder coordination.
- Ability to develop control systems and grid integration strategies for renewable sources.
- Strong problem-solving, teamwork, and communication skills.
- Ability to prepare technical documentation, reports, and presentations.
- Willingness to travel 5-15% to sites as needed.
- Compliance with environmental, safety, and electrical standards.
Benefits & Perks
Competitive Compensation Package (salary range $140,000 - $300,000)
Remote Flexibility
Health Insurance with 100% coverage of employee premiums under a Gold-level PPO plan
Dental and Vision Insurance with 50% of employee premiums covered
Retirement Plan (401(k) with 6% employer match)
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