Job Summary

Join a dynamic team evolving early-stage prototypes into deployable alpha hardware systems for key design partners. This hands-on, full-stack role focuses on turning concepts into reliable, customer-ready products using AI-native workflows to accelerate development. You will own the end-to-end process from lab prototypes to structured, testable hardware.

Essential Functions

Own the transition from prototype to alpha product by iterating rough lab-scale systems into structured, testable hardware.
Design and build high-voltage DC power systems including 800V-class power conversion, switching, and distribution using modern semiconductor devices like SiC.
Model, simulate, and validate system performance with tools such as SPICE or PLECS to evaluate electrical, thermal, and system-level behavior.
Lead hands-on bring-up, debugging, and characterization in the lab using high-power equipment to resolve issues in switching, timing, sensing, and protection.
Leverage AI-native workflows including agents and LLMs to speed up design, testing, and iteration cycles.
Coordinate with external partners on PCB fabrication, component sourcing, and packaging to deliver cohesive systems.
Drive system-level thinking and pragmatic tradeoffs across performance, thermals, reliability, and manufacturability.

Required Qualifications

4+ years of experience designing, prototyping, and testing power electronics systems.
Owned hardware from prototype to validated system including design, simulation, bring-up, and iteration.
Experience in EV, EV charging, solar, or battery storage applications.
Experience with high-voltage and high-power switching systems such as 800V and SiC devices.
Degree in Electrical Engineering or proven aptitude in power electronics.
Strong system intuition to reason about electrical, thermal, and mechanical tradeoffs.
AI-native workflow using AI tools like agents and models.
Proficient with electrical simulation software such as SPICE or PLECS.

Preferred Qualifications

Hands-on experience with gate-driver design for fast-switching architectures.
High agency and bias for action.
Proven curiosity through side projects such as Formula SAE.
Located in or willing to relocate to Detroit, MI.

Technical Skills

Power electronics design and prototyping
High-voltage DC power systems (800V-class)
SiC semiconductor devices
Power conversion and switching architectures
Electrical simulation (SPICE, PLECS)
Thermal and system-level modeling
Lab bring-up and debugging
Gate-driver design
High-power equipment handling
AI tools for hardware workflows (agents, LLMs)

Education & Certifications

Degree in Electrical Engineering or demonstrated power electronics aptitude required.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive salary range of $175,000 - $250,000 based on experience for this direct hire role. Full benefits package available.

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