Power Electronics Lead Engineer

Description About Us: LayerZero Power Systems LLC. is a globally recognized leader in providing state-of-the-art power distribution solutions for critical industries. With a strong focus on reliability, innovation, and customer satisfaction, we deliver advanced power systems products that ensure uninterrupted and dependable power supply in mission-critical environments. Our customer base is comprised of companies in the data center (our main focus), financial, computer service provision, and semiconductor manufacturing sectors LayerZero Power Systems is on a trajectory of sustained growth, with a loyal customer base of existing Fortune 100 customers and an expanding portfolio of new customers. Position Summary We are seeking a highly skilled Power Electronics Lead Engineer to lead the design, development, and production launch of advanced AC/DC power conversion products. This role will be responsible for driving power electronics architecture, converter topology selection, controls development, magnetics design, filtering, protection, sensing, and system validation from concept through full-scale manufacturing. The ideal candidate combines deep technical expertise in power conversion with proven leadership experience guiding multidisciplinary engineering teams and delivering high-reliability products for industrial, energy, data center, transportation, or electrification applications. Key Responsibilities Technical Leadership Lead the development of AC/DC power converters from concept, feasibility, and architecture through production release.Define system-level power architecture, performance requirements, and technical roadmaps.Provide technical leadership and mentorship to power electronics engineers and cross-functional teams.Drive design reviews, risk assessments, and engineering best practices. Power Electronics Design Design And Optimize AC/DC Conversion Systems, Including Power Factor Correction (PFC)Flyback, Forward, Half-Bridge, Full-Bridge, LLC, and Phase-Shifted Full-Bridge convertersIsolated and non-isolated topologiesDevelop power stage designs utilizing Si, SiC, and GaN technologies.Design and validate control loops for stable and efficient converter operation. Magnetics and Filtering Design transformers, inductors, chokes, and magnetic components.Develop DC-link, input, and output filtering solutions to meet performance and EMI requirements.Optimize power density, efficiency, thermal performance, and reliability. Protection and Sensing Develop Robust Protection Schemes Including Overcurrent protectionOvervoltage protectionShort-circuit protectionThermal protectionFault detection and diagnosticsDesign and implement voltage, current, temperature, and isolation sensing circuits Product Development & Manufacturing Lead prototype builds, debugging, characterization, and validation testing.Support compliance activities for UL, IEC, CE, EMI/EMC, and safety standards.Drive Design for Manufacturability (DFM), Design for Testability (DFT), and Design for Reliability (DFR).Collaborate with manufacturing teams during pilot production and product launch.Provide technical support for production, quality, and field issues. Requirements Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics, or a related discipline.10+ years of experience in power electronics design and development.Proven experience delivering AC/DC power converter products from design through production Strong Understanding Of Power conversion topologiesControl theory and compensation techniquesMagnetic component designFiltering and EMI mitigationPower semiconductor devicesProtection and sensing circuitsExperience with schematic capture, PCB design reviews, and power electronics simulations.Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and debugging skills. Preferred Qualifications Master's or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering with specialization in Power Electronics.Experience with DSP, FPGA, and microcontroller-based digital power control.Knowledge of SiC and GaN power device applications.Experience with industrial power supplies, renewable energy systems, EV charging, UPS systems, or data center power platforms.Familiarity with thermal analysis and reliability prediction methodologies.Experience leading engineering teams and managing technical projects. Why Join Us? Our Benefits Make a Difference. We believe great employees deserve great benefits designed to support health, financial well-being, professional growth, and family needs. Most of our core benefits are provided at no cost, reflecting our commitment to investing in the well-being of our team. $0-cost Dental Insurance$0-cost Vision Insurance$0-cost Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance$0-cost Life Insurance with additional buy up optionsMedical Plan Choices, including one no-cost medical option plus two additional buy-up plan options$0-cost Employee Assistance Program offering confidential counseling and support servicesEmployer Health Savings Account Contributions to help offset health expensesRetirement Plan Options with generous employer matching contributionPaid Parental Leave to support your growing family Why You Will Love Working With Us Impact: Develop your skills and expertise in a rapidly growing industry, with your work directly influencing the success of mission-critical projects.Innovation: Immerse yourself in an environment that celebrates forward-thinking and continuous improvement.Collaborative spirit: Work closely with engineers, marketers, and other professionals to bring ideas to life.Grow with us: We are committed to your personal and professional development, offering endless opportunities to improve your skills and advance your career. At LayerZero, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome and celebrate diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.