About this opportunity
Howard Industries lists this Power Electronics Design Engineer opportunity in meridian, Mississippi. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Power Electronics Design Engineer
SST / Inverter / UPS Design
Company Overview
Howard Industries, Inc. is the nation’s leading manufacturer of distribution transformers, with over 10 million overhead, single-phase and three-phase pad mounted, and network transformers in service throughout the United States and abroad. As Mississippi's largest privately held employer headquartered within the state, the company employs over 5,000 team members, generates over $1 billion in revenue, and consists of three main corporate divisions: Howard Power Solutions, Howard Transportation, and Howard Technology Solutions.
About the Role
Howard Industries is seeking a seasoned SST / Inverter / UPS Design Engineer to join our team in Laurel, MS. This role involves designing high-performance inverter and UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply) systems for industrial, utility, and energy applications. In addition to traditional UPS and inverter development, this position will support Solid-State Transformer (SST) development and integration, contributing to next-generation high-frequency, multi-port power-conversion platforms. You will participate in full product development from concept through production.
Key Responsibilities
Design and develop inverter and UPS systems (online, solar, offline, line-interactive U
PS)Work on DC-DC and DC-AC converter topologies
Develop and optimization
Solar grid synchronization
UPS transfer control and backup functionality
Protection features (anti-islanding, OV/UV, short circuit)
Design UPS subsystems, including: Battery charging systems, Battery management integration, Static switches and bypass systems
Perform simulation and validation
Lead power-stage design, including selection of IGBTs, MOSFETs, and SiC devices
Collaborate with firmware teams for DSP/microcontroller-based control systems
Support PCB design and layout with focus on EMI/EMC and thermal optimization
Conduct testing, debugging, and system validation
Ensure compliance with IEC, IEEE, UL standards for inverter and UPS systems
Contribute to SST subsystem development, integration, and validation
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering / Power Electronics
At least 5 years of experience in inverter and/or UPS design
Strong expertise in: Power converter topologies, UPS architecture and operation Control systems and digital power control H-bridge and full-bridge inverter design
Preferred Skills
Knowledge of battery technologies (Li-ion, Lead-acid) and BMS integration
Experience in solar + storage hybrid systems
Familiarity with SiC/GaN power devices
Experience with EMI/EMC compliance and thermal design
Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
Ability to own subsystem or module-level designs
Cross-functional collaboration mindset
Passion for reliable and efficient power solutions
Experience with Solid-State Transformers (SST) major plus
Worksite address
meridian, MS, 39309, US
Who can apply
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