Power Electronics Engineer

eh2· Power Systems Engineering
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📍 San Jose, California, United States💰 USD 154K–181K

About this role

Electric Hydrogen’s mission is to decarbonize our world! Our outstanding people deliver creative decarbonization energy solutions to our customers.

We are seeking a hands-on Power Electronics Engineer to contribute across the full converter development cycle, from topology analysis and simulation through schematic capture, PCB layout, magnetics design, and laboratory bring-up and validation of power stages.

In this role, you will work closely with electrical, firmware, controls, and systems engineering teams to develop and optimize power electronics solutions for Electric Hydrogen’s products.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Participate in converter topology analysis, including design and optimization, loss calculations, and development of costed bills of materials (BOMs)
  • Develop schematics and execute PCB layouts using industry-standard design tools
  • Analyze and design magnetic components, including inductors and transformers, with responsibility for core and winding selection and loss estimation
  • Perform hands-on laboratory debugging and troubleshooting of power stages, including bring-up, testing, and validation
  • Support modeling and simulation of power electronics converters to evaluate performance and inform design decisions
  • Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams throughout the design, development, testing, and validation process

Qualifications

  • BS or MS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related engineering discipline
  • For mid-level candidates, 3+ years of relevant industry experience in power electronics; strong academic, project, or internship experience in power electronics will be considered for junior-level candidates
  • Experience with power electronics converters, including rectifiers and inverters
  • Working knowledge of magnetics analysis and design
  • Experience with power electronics modeling and simulation tools such as PLECS, Simulink, or comparable tools
  • Solid understanding of analog and digital circuitry
  • Experience with schematic capture and PCB layout tools; experience with OrCAD is preferred
  • Hands-on experience with laboratory testing, debugging, and troubleshooting of power electronics hardware
  • Knowledge of the fundamentals of power electronics control is a plus
  • Familiarity with digital design and microcontrollers is a plus
  • Experience with finite element analysis (FEA) tools such as Ansys Maxwell is a plus

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Compensation and Benefits | P3

San Jose Zone
$154,000$181,000 USD

Actual base salary offered to the hired applicant will be determined based on their work location, level, qualifications, job-related skills, as well as relevant education or training and experience.​

Base salary is just one part of Electric Hydrogen’s total rewards package. We feel strongly that our team should not have to worry about having quality healthcare. In addition to the base salary offered, the hired applicant may receive:​

  • an equity grant​
  • time off programs​
  • a $75/month cell phone allowance​
  • a 4% employer 401(k) match​
  • access to competitive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term & long-term disability plans
  • a discretionary bonus​

Electric Hydrogen’s benefits programs are subject to eligibility requirements.

About Electric Hydrogen

Electric Hydrogen is a team of the world's experts in scaling technologies for the post-carbon world, with a proven record in transforming the grid and transportation sectors. Backed by some of the world's top venture capital firms, we design and manufacture electrolytic hydrogen systems matched to renewable power sources to create green hydrogen by splitting water. We are building a cost-effective and transformative path between renewable energy and multiple large industrial sectors. Abundant and low-cost renewable energy sources will power the world, and Electric Hydrogen technology will use this energy to decarbonize industry through sustainable materials. We were founded in 2020 and are based in California and Massachusetts.

Electric Hydrogen is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace for all to belong. We are aware that people from historically underrepresented groups are less likely to apply if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We are actively working on efforts to change this social norm. If you are excited about this role, we encourage you to apply

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for the Power Electronics Engineer role at eh2?
The listed salary for this Power Electronics Engineer position at eh2 is USD 154K–181K. This is an full-time role.
Where is the Power Electronics Engineer position at eh2 located?
This Power Electronics Engineer role at eh2 is based in San Jose, California, United States. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Which team or department does the Power Electronics Engineer at eh2 belong to?
This Power Electronics Engineer position is part of the Power Systems Engineering department at eh2. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
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When was the Power Electronics Engineer job at eh2 posted?
This Power Electronics Engineer position at eh2 was posted on Sep 4, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Power Electronics Engineer
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