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Vital Chemicals

Senior PVD Equipment Engineer

Cupertino, CA · On-site

$128K - $177K/yr

Design and develop PVD equipment and subsystems with emphasis on magnetic sputtering and magnetron configurations. * Lead equipment architecture decisions including vacuum systems, gas and power ...

Qnity

Electrical Engineer III

Sunnyvale, CA

Electrical Engineer III Summary: We are seeking a highly motivated Electrical Engineer III to join ... Design and develop magnetic components (inductors, transformers, and integrated magnetics) for ...

west coast magenetics

Electrical Engineer

Stockton, CA · On-site

$115K/yr

Electrical Engineer West Coast Magnetics is a leading innovator in the field of high-frequency power magnetics and filtering. We specialize in leading-edge technology and solutions that drive the ...

Dexter Magnetic Technologies

Master Scheduler

Torrance, CA · On-site

$120K - $130K/yr

Magnetic Component Engineering ("MCE"), a subsidiary of Dexter Magnetic Technologies ("Dexter"), manufactures permanent magnets and magnetic assemblies made to demanding customer specification in the ...

Enphase Energy

Power Electronics Engineer

Petaluma, CA

$95K - $145K/yr

Design and develop power conversion circuits and magnetics for the SST platform, optimizing for ... Engineer: BS + 3 yrs | MS +1 yr; Senior Engineer: BS + 5 yrs | MS + 3 yrs | PhD + 1yr; Staff ...

Enphase Energy

Power Electronics Engineer

Petaluma, CA · On-site

$95K - $145K/yr

Design and develop power conversion circuits and magnetics for the SST platform, optimizing for ... Engineer: BS + 3 yrs MS +1 yr; Senior Engineer: BS + 5 yrs MS + 3 yrs PhD + 1yr; Staff Engineer ...

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As of Aug 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for magnetic engineer in California is $93,647.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $63,160.00 and $121,424.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Magnetic Engineer designs, analyzes, and develops technologies related to magnetic fields and materials. They work in industries such as electronics, energy, and automotive to improve magnetic systems, such as electric motors, transformers, and sensors. Their role involves researching magnetic properties, optimizing designs, and solving technical challenges related to magnetism.

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Magnetic Engineers typically spend their days designing and analyzing magnetic circuits, selecting appropriate magnetic materials, and running computer simulations to test performance. They work closely with mechanical, electrical, and manufacturing teams to integrate magnetic components into larger systems and address any design challenges that arise. The role also often involves hands-on prototyping, testing, and troubleshooting of magnetic assemblies in laboratory environments. Effective communication and documentation are essential, as Magnetic Engineers must clearly convey complex technical findings and recommendations to both technical and non-technical team members.

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Infographic showing various Magnetic Engineer job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 33% Full Time, 33% Part Time, and 34% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $93,647 per year, or $45 per hour.

Senior Power Electronics Design Engineer, Magnetics

Amperesand

San Francisco, CA • On-site

$175K - $205K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 9 days ago

Job description

Responsibilities

  • Design isolated and non-isolated converter stages using advanced topologies such as multi-level converters, cascaded H-bridges, Dual Active Bridge (DAB) and ensuring robust protection and safety compliance for MV/LV systems
  • Perform trade-off analysis and optimization of power conversion hardware to balance between loss, cost and size across Semiconductors, Magnetics and Cooling components
  • Design magnetics to meet applicable safety, isolation, and thermal standards
  • Design and verify high-voltage isolation strategies using magnetically and optically isolated signal and power paths across LV-MV domains
  • Use FEA simulations to design magnetics and guide high-power high-frequency PCBA designs
  • Work in close coordination with mechanical designers, manufacturing and test engineers to own the complete development cycle
  • Own the design validation of the magnetics components to validate performance targets, isolation requirements

Qualifications

  • M.S. or Ph.D. in Power Electronics, Electromagnetics or related field
  • 4+ years' experience in magnetics design and in power conversion design
  • Strong fundamentals in electromagnetics and material properties
  • Experience working with SiC/GaN devices in high power density designs
  • Good understanding of loss mechanisms in semiconductor devices and high-frequency magnetics
  • Knowledge of Medium Voltage insulation coordination, hands-on experience with Hi-pot, Partial Discharge and Basic Impulse Test 
  • Knowledge of EMI/EMC test Standards and Electrical Safety (IEC, UL) Standards.
  • Strong analytical skills for interpreting simulation and test data to guide design revisions.
  • Excellent written and verbal communications in English
  • Willingness and ability to travel up to 10% including internationally

Please note: This role requires working on-site 5 days a week. We do not offer hybrid or remote options. 

Salary: $175,000-$205,000/annual DOE and location

 

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