Power Electronics Mechanical Engineer

Description:

Job Responsibilities:

• Work with others to bring our rapid prototype designs to market (creating new 3D Model packaging/layout using SOLIDWORKS).

• Ensure the designs are accurate and consistent with standard manufacturing/assembly processes.

• Ensure dimensioning on drawings are accurate.

• Maintain revision control for individual components for each part to ensure configuration is controlled at each phase.

• Maintain an excellent understanding of how the BOM structure supports all activities of the organization.

• Design HW packaging for high power power electronics in enclosures considering EMC, EMI, thermal, and other requirements.

• Works with system engineering to capture system requirements for utilizing the packages in the system architecture.

• Works with service to create service plans and documentation for maintenance and repair of products.

• Utilizes DFM (Design For Manufacturing) and DFA (Design For Assembly) practices during the design process

• Works with 3rd party vendors and internal customers to meet design project targets (cost, time).

• Demonstrates an intense focus on customer satisfaction.

• Assist team members in achieving project level budgets on assigned projects.

• Foster open communication among all technical and business functions, including sales, operations, and quality organizations.

• Participate in an environment of continuous learning and driving standardization and high quality in design with a focus on manufacturability.

• Ensure compliance with all safety and work rules and regulations. Ensure the maintenance of departmental housekeeping standards.

Skills:

Power electronics, Packaging, Hardware, solidworks, mechanical, Mechanical engineering, emc, EMI, Thermal, motor control

Top Skills Details:

Power electronics,Packaging,Hardware,solidworks,mechanical

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.

e• Strongin power electronics physical design.

• Solid understanding of basic physics and electronics.

• Strong understanding of high frequency power stages, filtering, circuit protection, thermal and EMI/EMC considerations.

• Product development process experience a must.

• Minimum 10 years of related experience with preference for panel shop and control systems design.

• Excellent communication skills (oral, written, and listening) and the ability to collaborate effectively both internally and externally with a diverse group of professionals.

• Organized with the ability to multi-task.

• Ability to work independently and consistently meet deadlines.

• Strong process orientation/discipline and demonstrated application of problem-solving tools (e.g. Paretto, 5-Why Analysis, 8-D’s, etc.)

• Understanding of advanced CAD tools.

Desired Skills and Experience:

• Experience with SOLIDWORKS & SOLIDWORKS Electrical.

• Experience with Mechanical Packaging & Design.

• Experience with Voltage Spacings in Design.

• Experience with source repositories (PDM).

• Experience with regulation testing and certification (UL/CE/CSA).

• Significant experience with high frequency. high power packaging with 20 product launches on resume.

• Demonstrated development and/or applications expertise and experience with low-voltage (LV) Drives and Controls.

• Strong familiarity with power electronics equipment including switchgear, soft starters and VFDs.

• Experience operating in a power-electronics and industrial packaging manufacturing environment.

• Strong technical skills related to electrical engineering and power electronics.

• Demonstrated track record of creating/applying standard processes and problem-solving techniques/tools.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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