Murata Power Solutions is powering what's next in high-performance, sustainable
power conversion. We focus on two of the most transformative technology markets
Server, Storage, and Networking (SSN) and advanced automation, including robotics and energy storage.
Ranked among the world’s top five suppliers of advanced power electronics, we deliver one of the industry’s widest selections of standard power products and lead in the design of custom, application-specific solutions.
Known for the quality of our technology and the strength of our team, Murata Power Solutions offers the opportunity to work with talented engineers and a leadership group committed to growth, innovation, and partnership with many of the world’s leading OEMs.
POSITION SUMMARY
**Experience in designing DC-DC power conversion products is required.
*Recent PhD graduates with academic or research experience in the design of AC-DC, DC-DC, power conversion products are encouraged to apply.
Responsible for the design and development of leading-edge power conversion
products with a focus on DC/DC converters achieving: - reliability,
productivity, lowest cost, and raising the bar on power density and efficiency.
JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
- 01Design of DC/DC converters/modules utilizing novel topologies including digital control and WBG devices (cc100W – 2KW)
- 02Lead and coach junior engineers and technicians in various engineering assignments.
- 03Review PCB layouts & other design documents prior to their releases for procurement or production.
- 04Conduct design reviews in various design stages.
- 05Research new technologies for future product needs.
- 06Suggests technical approaches and estimated man-hours to support quotations and ROI analysis.
- 07Write engineering requirements documents, test plans, and validation reports.
- 08Empirically models and simulates complex circuits.
- 09Propose circuit topology, perform loss budget, evaluate performance targets, estimate product cost from a given product spec or market requirement document.
- 10Design circuits (power, control, supervisory, regulatory), select components, create schematic and necessary documents to facilitate CAD layout.
- 11Test and debug prototypes to ensure the design meets all required specifications.
- 12Support product qualifications to ensure design integrity. Determine root cause and implement corrective actions to close all issues found.
- 13Ensure that all product designs meet their intended design specifications and comply with all appropriate engineering guidelines and requirements, including safety standards.
- 14Generate relevant documentation to support design, manufacturing, and the marketing of products.
- 15Liase with suppliers and coordinate new technology information.
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
- 16BSEE with 4 years, MSEE w/ 3years or Ph.D. with 1 years’ experience in designing & developing high-frequency, high-density DC/DC power converters preferred.
- 17Minimum 2 years in product development, with evidence of successful concept, to prototyping, to manufacturing production preferred.
- 18Solid experience with MathCAD, PSpice, SIMplis or other design simulation software tools.
- 19Experience with PCB ECAD tools (Orcad, Altium).
- 20Knowledge of and experience in all facets of high frequency high-density switching power supply design including circuit topologies, control theories, loop compensation, magnetics design, EMI/RFI, supervisory functions, and PCB layout
- 21Experience in power conversion topologies and methodologies; Buck, Boost Flyback, Resonant, LLC, ZVS, Synchronous.
- 22Possess good understanding of thermals, mechanical and packaging challenges.
- 23Possess knowledge of high-volume manufacturing technologies and production variances.
- 24Work well with cross-functional teams.
- 25Demonstrate analytical/problem solving skills and ability to guide critical decisions.
- 26Experience in digital control via embedded controllers and associated firmware.
- 27Good understanding in the theory, design, construction and implementation of magnetics both embedded and SMT versions.
- 28Solid foundation in PCB layout, component placement and routing.
- 29Previous experience in leading and coaching team members is an asset.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
This position is an on-site role, with 1 flex day per week of remote work.
COMPETENCIES
Prioritizing and Organizing Work Evaluating and Implementing Ideas Communicating Effectively Building and Supporting Teams Delivering High Quality Work Supporting Organizational Goals
COMPENSATION DATA
The salary range for this role is $129,000/year - $150,000/year.
The salary range listed is based on market data and internal benchmarks. Actual compensation may vary depending on a candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications.
United States
