Job summary
A role based in Drammen, Norway, focusing on the design and development of power electronic converters for grid-scale battery energy storage. This senior position demands deep expertise in power semiconductors, magnetics, thermal design, EMI/EMC, and efficiency, blending theoretical design and simulation with practical hands-on lab testing and automation of verification methods. The position works collaboratively within an engineering team dedicated to advancing energy storage hardware.
Location and work setup
- Location
- Oslo
- Work setup
- On-site
Responsibilities
Design, simulate, and optimize power electronic converters and subsystems. Support senior engineers with hardware design and analysis. Select and improve key components such as semiconductors, gate drivers, and magnetics. Conduct loss calculations, thermal tests, and EMI/EMC troubleshooting. Participate in schematic and PCB layout reviews. Develop automated test setups for characterization and verification. Lead prototype bring-up, testing, fault analysis, and support component qualification and certification efforts. Contribute to technical documentation and keep abreast of industry advancements.
Qualifications
Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Power Electronics, or equivalent. Minimum five years of experience in R&D and design of power electronic converters. Strong knowledge of power electronics principles, converter topologies, and component design including semiconductors and magnetics. Skilled in simulation tools like Matlab/Simulink, PLECS, PSIM, or SPICE. Hands-on experience in laboratory testing and characterization of converters. Experience with automated testing tools is advantageous. Knowledge of grid-connected converters, energy storage systems, and silicon carbide (SiC) technology is a plus. Excellent English communication skills. Able to work independently and collaboratively, with strong problem-solving and documentation skills. No Norwegian language requirement indicated.