Sr. System Engineer - Power Electronics

Farmington Hills, Michigan, United States

• Category: Systems Engineering

Description

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Your tasks

We're looking for a Sr. System Engineer - Power Electronics to join our engineering team in Farmington Hills, United States. In this senior role, you will lead the design, development, and optimization of advanced power electronics systems for demanding industrial and automotive applications. You will combine your deep technical expertise with analytical rigor to solve complex engineering challenges and drive innovation in power conversion technologies. This position offers the opportunity to mentor junior engineers while contributing to cutting-edge projects that shape the future of power electronics.

Design, develop, and optimize power electronics systems including DC-DC converters, AC-DC rectifiers, and inverter topologies

Conduct detailed circuit analysis and perform simulations using industry-standard tools such as SPICE, MATLAB, and Simulink

Lead technical projects from concept through production, ensuring adherence to specifications, timelines, and quality standards

Perform comprehensive testing, validation, and troubleshooting of power electronics hardware and control systems

Analyze thermal management requirements and implement effective cooling strategies to ensure system reliability

Develop and maintain technical documentation, including design specifications, test reports, and system architecture diagrams

Collaborate with cross-functional teams including firmware, mechanical, and manufacturing engineers to ensure seamless system integration

Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and excellence

Ensure all designs comply with relevant industry standards, safety regulations, and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) requirements

Evaluate and recommend power semiconductor devices and components based on performance, cost, and reliability criteria

Your profile

**Required Qualifications: **

8+ years of professional experience in power electronics design and development

Strong expertise in power conversion systems, including DC-DC converters, AC-DC converters, and inverters

Proficiency with circuit simulation and design tools such as SPICE, MATLAB, Simulink, and PCB design software

Solid understanding of power semiconductor devices (MOSFETs, IGBTs, diodes) and their applications

Experience with thermal analysis, thermal management, and reliability engineering

Demonstrated ability to conduct system-level integration and hardware testing

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with meticulous attention to detail

Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

Experience with technical documentation and design specification development

Proficiency in communicating complex technical concepts to diverse audiences

**Preferred Qualifications: **

Experience designing power electronics systems for automotive or industrial applications

Familiarity with power quality standards and EMI/EMC compliance requirements

Background in hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing and real-time simulation

Experience with power factor correction (PFC) and energy efficiency optimization

Proven track record of mentoring and leading technical teams

Knowledge of control systems and feedback loop design for power electronics

Experience with industry standards such as IEC, ISO, and automotive-specific requirements

Contact & additional information

Indefinite U.S. work authorized individuals only.  Future sponsorship for work authorization unavailable.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability / veterans 

*Bosch adheres to Federal, State, and Local laws regarding drug-testing. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a drug screen and background check. Candidates who have been offered the position must pass both screenings before their start date. 

Your well-being matters at Bosch! We offer a competitive compensation and a benefits package designed to empower you in every area of your life. This includes premium health coverage, a 401(k) with generous matching, resources for financial planning and goal setting, ample paid time off, parental leave, and comprehensive life and disability protection. We're investing in your success!

Welcome to Farmington Hills

At Bosch, we care; for you, our business, and our environment.

Let’s turn visions into reality. At Bosch, we shape the future by inventing high-quality technologies and services that spark enthusiasm and enrich people’s lives. Our areas of activity are every bit as diverse as our outstanding Bosch-teams around the world. Their creativity is the key to innovation through connected living, mobility or industry. Our responsibility goes far beyond ‘business’. We’re independent of stock markets and bound to the purpose of the Robert Bosch Foundation; our success directly benefits society, the environment, and future generations. Our promise to our associates is rock- solid: we grow together, we enjoy our work, and we inspire each other. Join in and feel the difference.

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Company

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Bosch

The Bosch Group is a leading global supplier of technology and services. It employs roughly 360,000 associates worldwide (as per April 1, 2015). The company generated sales of 49 billion euros in 2014.* Its operations are divided into four business sectors: Mobility Solutions, Industrial Technology, Consumer Goods, and Energy and Building Technology. The Bosch Group comprises Robert Bosch GmbH and its roughly 440 subsidiary and regional companies in some 60 countries. Including its sales and service partners, Bosch is represented in roughly 150 countries. This worldwide development, manufacturing, and sales network is the foundation for further growth. In 2014, Bosch applied for some 4,600 patents worldwide. The Bosch Group’s strategic objective is to create solutions for a connected life. Bosch improves quality of life worldwide with products and services that are innovative and spark enthusiasm. In short, Bosch creates technology that is “Invented for life.” 

The company was set up in Stuttgart in 1886 by Robert Bosch (1861-1942) as “Workshop for Precision Mechanics and Electrical Engineering.” The special ownership structure of Robert Bosch GmbH guarantees the entrepreneurial freedom of the Bosch Group, making it possible for the company to plan over the long term and to undertake significant up-front investments in the safeguarding of its future. Ninety-two percent of the share capital of Robert Bosch GmbH is held by Robert Bosch Stiftung GmbH, a charitable foundation. The majority of voting rights are held by Robert Bosch Industrietreuhand KG, an industrial trust. The entrepreneurial ownership functions are carried out by the trust. The remaining shares are held by the Bosch family and by Robert Bosch GmbH.