Power Electronics Hardware Engineer

About this role

ALTEN Technology USA seeks a Power Electronics Hardware Engineer to lead full lifecycle development of 12V Power Distribution Units for an electric vehicle manufacturer in Newark, CA. This on-site role focuses on ECU hardware design, including power electronics circuits, MOSFET selection, and bridge topologies, with responsibility for requirements through production release.

What you'll do

• Lead V-cycle development of 12V PDUs (up to 60A DC) from concept to production
• Design ECU hardware with emphasis on power electronics, load switching, and protection circuits
• Select and apply AEC-Q101 N-Channel MOSFETs for low-voltage, high-current switching
• Design and analyze half-bridge and full-bridge topologies for inductive load control
• Develop schematics in OrCAD and support PCB layout with DFM reviews
• Author and execute DVP&R test plans, perform bench testing and failure analysis

What they're looking for

• Automotive power electronics hardware design (5–10 years)
• ECU hardware development in OEM or Tier 1 environment
• OrCAD schematic capture
• AEC-Q101 MOSFET selection and application
• Half-bridge and full-bridge circuit topologies
• DVP&R test planning and execution
• Automotive quality standards and supplier qualification
• Technical documentation and change management

Benefits

• Mentorship and career growth opportunities
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Collaborative engineering environment
• Exposure to cutting-edge automotive technology
• Full-time, on-site position with stability
• Work with leading electric vehicle manufacturer