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Hatched Recruitment Group lists this Staff Engineer - Power Electronics opportunity in san francisco, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
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Overview
We’re building the next generation of small electric vehicles—efficient, innovative, and fun. We’re seeking a Sr Staff Power Electronics Engineer to lead the design and development of high-performance power electronics across multiple platforms. This is a hands-on, technically deep role with full ownership from concept to production.
Responsibilities
Leading the design, simulation, validation, and production ramp of power conversion systems (48–100V, 1–10kW).
Driving component selection, schematic capture, PCB layout, and worst-case analysis for critical circuits.
Collaborating closely with firmware, controls, and safety teams to deliver robust, high-performance solutions.
Owning testing, integration, and DFMEA/PFMEA documentation, working with labs and contract manufacturers.
Pushing boundaries on efficiency, cost, and system integration in a fast-paced startup environment.
Qualifications
8+ years in power electronics design, ideally traction inverters, with leadership or DRI responsibilities.
Expertise in MOSFET, GaN, SiC switches, BLDC actuators, and position sensors.
Strong analog & digital circuit skills, hands-on lab experience up to 1kV.
Proficiency with LTspice, PLECS, Matlab.
Proven track record of delivering products to market.
Passion for EV, micromobility, or robotics.
Compensation
Base pay range: $200,000.00/yr - $250,000.00/yr. The actual pay will be based on skills and experience; discuss with your recruiter for details.
Why Join
Work hands-on with a world-class team to design and build innovative EV solutions.
Shape the future of mobility while tackling real technical challenges in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent salary
Full health, dental, and vision coverage, plus FSA/HSA options
Fertility & family-building support
Flexible time of
Location
Mountain View, CA; Sunnyvale, CA; Santa Clara, CA
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Electrical Engineering
Industries
Alternative Fuel Vehicle Manufacturing and Electric Power Generation
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Worksite address
san francisco, CA, 94199, US
Who can apply
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