Principal Power Electronics Engineer

Principal Power Electronics EngineerChargePoint is at the center of the electric vehicle revolution, powering one of the world's leading EV charging networks and a comprehensive set of hardware, software, and mobile solutions for every charging need across North America and Europe. We bring together drivers, businesses, automakers, policymakers, utilities, and other stakeholders to make e-mobility a global reality.Since our founding in 2007, ChargePoint has focused solely on making the transition to electric easy for businesses, fleets, and drivers. ChargePoint offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to create an all-electric future and a trillion-dollar market.At ChargePoint, we foster a positive and productive work environment by committing to live our values of Be Courageous, Charge Together, Love our Customers, Operate with Openness, and Relentlessly Pursue Awesome. These values guide how we show up every day, align, and work together to build a brighter future for all of us.Join the team that is building the EV charging industry and make your mark on how people and goods will get everywhere they need to go, in any context, for generations to come.Reports To: Senior Manager, Power ElectronicsChargePoint is looking for a creative and versatile Staff Power Electronics Engineer to help ensure that our products meet high design, development, and production quality.

The role will play a key cross-functional role to drive many aspects, including the development and production of high-quality power systems.What You Will Bring to ChargePoint:Architect and design high-power AC and DC systems for consumer and commercial EV chargersCollaborate with engineers in the development of high-power AC to DC and DC to DC convertersDesign and develop advanced soft switching 40-100 kW, up to 2000 VDC multi-level convertersDesign and develop a multi-level 100-200 kW, up to 2000 VDC four-quadrant grid tie inverter complying with grid interactive regulations in EU and NAResponsible for all aspects of product design, including modelling, key component selection, schematic capture, PCB layout, code development, magnetics design, thermal design, regulatory and compliance considerations, and DFMUtilize power topologies such at LLC, phase shifted full bridge, flyback, forward, multi-level converters, including PFC (single phase and three phase), and associated techniques such as ZVS/ZCSModel power designs using analysis tools such as PLECS, MATLAB, and Spice. Create designs based on both off-the-shelf integrated circuit controllers, FPGAs / PLDs, and DSP digital control using embedded software development experienceWork effectively with cross-functional teams to resolve early (architectural) and late (lab, test & validation) Ensure high reliability of the product under stress conditions and environments for extended periodsRequirements:M.S. required (PhD desired) in Engineering (electrical, computer, or electronics)10+ years of experience in bringing power electronics products to marketStrong electrical/electronic design skills and understanding of system-level engineering tradeoffsExperience designing AC/DC DC/DC power conversion systemsAble to drive solutions across software, mechanical, power, and thermal boundaries to assure great resultsExperience working with cross-functional teams: mechanical, software, and testCurrent knowledge of industry standards for consumer and industrial productsKnowledge of EV charging standards a plusSome travel is expected.Location: Campbell, CAChargePoint is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The targeted US salary range for roles at this operating level is $170,000 to $200,000. This range represents base salary and does not reflect equity, benefits, or variable pay where applicable. Actual base salaries are based on several factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, experience, certifications, and specific work location.ChargePoint is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status or any legally protected status.