Power Electronics Engineer

Vanner Inc

Job Title: Power Electronics Engineer

Department: Engineering

Responsibilities

• Work with multi-disciplined engineering team to develop new power conversion products for multiple vehicle segments
• Provide technical support for legacy products
• Creation of hardware specifications, circuit designs, theories of operations and proper component selection based on inputs from design requirements documentation
• Collaborate with PCB and Mechanical Engineers for product and power stage designs with an emphasis on maximum efficiency, EMI containment and thermal management
• Collaborate with Software Engineers to define power stage controls and protection strategies
• Interact with Product Development Engineers to review test results and assist with non-compliance resolution
• Assist with the selection of power electronic components for legacy products should an become obsolete or approach end of life status

Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Electronics Engineering
• A minimum of 2 years of experience designing high frequency, high power electronic power conversion products (LV DC-DC, HV DC-DC, DC-AC, Motor Drives) for vehicles
• Experience with resonant conversion and soft switched topologies
• Experience designing high frequency custom magnetics
• Experience with circuit simulation and thermal calculations
• Effective communication skills for interfacing with all engineering disciplines, including manufacturing/production
• Ability to manage priorities on multiple projects
• Occasional travel may be required
• Software Tools Experience
  1. Microsoft Office Suite
  2. LT Spice or equivalent for circuit simulation/analytics

Additional Desired Requirements:

• Familiarity with high-voltage (700V-2kV) and high-current (10A-600A) products
• Familiarity with applicable industry standards (SAE, ISO, UL, etc)
• Familiarity with mobile industrial markets related to hybrid, BEB, and FCEB vehicles
• Altium PCB design software familiarity for schematic creation/markup up

Work Environment

• Office Environment
• Chemicals, (See SDS)
• Dust
• Paint
• Noise
• Protective Clothing and Equipment May be Required

Company Details:

Havis is the leading manufacturer of products designed for mobile workers. Our company has a legacy dating back over 75 years as a trusted manufacturer and provider of mission critical equipment with a focus on the customer. Our headquarters is located in Warminster, Pennsylvania with additional facilities in Ivyland, Pennsylvania, Plymouth, Michigan, Burnsville, Minnesota, and a fifth location in Hilliard, Ohio. We design, engineer and build safe, reliable, ergonomically efficient products. We strive to exceed our own high standards and our customers’ expectations with flexible, integrated solutions. We pride ourselves in providing the finest quality products and services to our customers. We are committed to continually improving our products, our services and ourselves.

• Havis, Inc. - Website: www.havis.com
• Havis designs, manufactures and sells equipment for the mobile workforce
• Headquartered in Warminster, PA with additional facilities in Ivyland, PA and Plymouth, MI
• ISO 9001 Certified Quality Management System
• Fast growing company in a niche but growing marketplace
• Company offers Health, Dental, Vision and 401(k) Plan with matching contributions
• 100% Employer Paid STD, LTD and Life & ADD benefits
• Generous Paid Time Off and Holiday benefits
• Competitive pay commensurate with education, skills, and experience

Prepared by: Human Resources

Approved by: Director of Engineering