Senior Power Electronic Engineer

Our client, LiquidPiston, is seeking a Senior Power Electronics Engineer to expand their Electrical Engineering team. Due to the nature of their work, only U.S. citizens, Green Card holders, or H-1B visa holders will be considered for this role.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign, simulate, prototype, debug, and improve power electronics hardware for advanced engine and generator systemsDevelop and support converters, inverters, motor drives, power distribution systems, battery interfaces, and related hardwarePerform hands-on hardware bring-up, troubleshooting, validation, rework, and root-cause analysis of electrical and thermal failuresAddress real-world hardware challenges including EMI/EMC issues, component failures, manufacturability concerns, and reliability improvementsWork closely with electrical, mechanical, embedded controls, and test engineers to develop fully integrated productsOversee external vendors and contractors, including reviewing designs, identifying issues, and resolving integration or quality problemsExecute rapid prototype development, bench testing, and in-house troubleshooting to support development timelinesContribute to related electrical engineering efforts beyond core PE, including engine controls, genset controls, instrumentation, wiring, and general EE tasksSupport iterative product development and continuous improvement activities throughout the product lifecycleOperate effectively in a fast-paced small-company environment where priorities may shift and engineers are expected to take broad ownershipRequired QualificationsBS or MS in Electrical Engineering or related fieldStrong hands-on experience designing and developing power electronics hardwareExperience with converters, inverters, motor drives, high-current/high-voltage systems, or related power electronics applicationsPractical experience with hardware debugging, lab testing, prototype integration, and failure analysisStrong understanding of real-world electrical engineering tradeoffs including thermal management, PCB layout, EMI/EMC, reliability, and manufacturabilityExperience working with external vendors, contract manufacturers, or third-party design firmsComfortable performing hands-on lab work including soldering, rework, instrumentation, and troubleshootingAbility to work across disciplines and contribute to broader electrical and system-level engineering challengesAdaptable, self-motivated, and comfortable working in a highly collaborative small-team environmentStrong problem-solving skills and a demonstrated ability to drive hardware issues to resolution quickly and effectivelyPassion for building and improving real-world hardware productsPreferred QualificationsExperience with weight- and efficiency-critical designs (e.g., aerospace, defense, UAVs).Background in hybrid power systems, gensets, and MIL-STD compliant systems (e.g., AMMPS).Knowledge of CANBUS/MODBUS communication protocols.Hands-on experience with PCB layout and design tools such as Altium or OrCAD.Firmware development experience (C/C++ preferred).Project management skills with experience coordinating across teams and with external stakeholders.If interested apply here or LiquidPiston Apply Here