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LiquidPiston

Senior Power Electronic Engineer

Suffield, CT · On-site

$104K - $128K/yr

Senior Power Electronics Engineer - LiquidPiston This role is fully onsite in Bloomfield, CT, five days per week. The company will be relocating to Suffield, CT later in 2026. About LiquidPiston ...

Dexian DISYS

Electrical Engineer V

Bloomfield, CT · On-site

Power electronics * Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) * Motor control systems * Industrial control electronics * Embedded electronic assemblies * Improve diagnostic methods and repair effectiveness.

ExpertHiring

Electronics Engineer #ESF8554

Groton, CT

$85K - $110K/yr

As an Electronics Engineer, you will support the design, integration, testing, troubleshooting, production, and sustainment of advanced underwater maritime electrical and electromechanical systems.

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How much do power electronics engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for power electronics engineer in Connecticut is $117,486.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $106,500.00 and $126,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by power electronics engineers in project development?

Power Electronics Engineers often encounter challenges such as managing thermal constraints, ensuring electromagnetic compatibility, and meeting stringent efficiency targets. Projects may require balancing innovative design solutions with cost and reliability considerations, especially when working on high-power or compact systems. Collaboration with cross-functional teams, including mechanical, firmware, and PCB designers, is essential to integrate components seamlessly and troubleshoot issues during prototyping and testing phases.

What does a power electronics engineer do?

As a power electronics engineer, you design and test circuits to use in power electronics systems. In this role, you may develop prototypes, find solutions for known flaws in mechanical designs, and collaborate with other engineers to perform cross-functional tasks when testing designs. You often analyze analog circuitry, work with high-frequency magnetics, and help estimate power losses and overall efficiency as electricity works its way through circuits. Your responsibilities also include maintaining accurate documentation of all circuit designs. Some details of this job depend on the company you work for and the type of electronics they need.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a power electronics engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Power Electronics Engineer, you need a solid background in electrical engineering principles, circuit design, and power conversion, usually supported by a relevant engineering degree. Familiarity with simulation software like MATLAB/Simulink, PCB design tools, and knowledge of industry standards such as IEC or IEEE are highly valuable. Problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective teamwork are crucial soft skills for excelling in this field. These competencies ensure the development of efficient, reliable power systems and successful collaboration within multidisciplinary teams.
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Engineer - Power Electronics (REQ 307)

Applied Physical Sciences and General Dynamics

Groton, CT

$111K - $131K/yr

Full-time

Posted 27 days ago

Job description

Engineer - Power Electronics (REQ 307)
Overview: Applied Physical Sciences (APS) is looking for a highly motivated Power Electronics Engineer to join our Sensing and Communications Department. Successful candidates will have a BS, MS, or PhD degree in electrical engineering with a focus in power systems design. Successful applicants will support the design and development of a wide variety of underwater maritime systems including electromechanical actuation systems, payloads for unmanned underwater vehicles, acoustic communication transceivers, motor systems, and high-power acoustic transmit arrays.
Candidates must have a proven track record of designing, implementing, and testing high voltage / high power electrical components of prototype R&D systems. Experience designing energy storage system components, DC/DC converters, power amplifiers and magnetics, and interfacing to the embedded processors that control such devices is required. Previous experience laying out boards and/or managing vendors which provide layout services is highly desired, as is experience designing for EMC and testing and integrating high power components into larger systems.
APS works on exciting, technically challenging, cutting-edge technologies that will expose candidates to a wide variety of multidisciplinary fields and allow for unique growth opportunities and learning experiences. At APS, you will work in a small company environment where technical excellence is rewarded, and an entrepreneurial spirit is encouraged. You will have the chance to work directly with colleagues and customers that value innovation and creativity.
Job Functions and Responsibilities
  • Design, development, integration, and debugging of complex power electronics systems
  • Travel to support on-site testing up to 25%
Required Skills and Attributes
  • B.S. in Electrical Engineering with a concentration in power systems
  • BSEE and 4 or more years of relevant experience or MSEE and 1 or more years of relevant experience
  • Experience with power system design consisting of circuit analysis and simulation, component selection, schematic capture, PCB design, and verification testing
  • Design of DC/DC and AC/DC power systems ranging from 500 W to 50 kW for use in harsh operating environments
  • Experience with implementation of high availability power supplies and/or failover systems
  • Comprehensive knowledge of electronic power devices such as MOSFETs, Schottky Diodes, SiC FETs, and IGBT's
  • Proven experience designing with electromechanical actuators, DC/DC converters, power amplifiers, and magnetics
  • Experience troubleshooting electronic systems
  • Basic understanding of Matlab aided data analysis
  • Experience or familiarity with electronics assembly, wiring, crimping, soldering a plus.
  • Proficiency with electronic laboratory test equipment including digital multi-meter, oscilloscope, function generator, digital voltage and current measurement probes.
Preferred Skills and Attributes
  • B.S. in Electrical Engineering with a concentration in power systems
  • Prior experience designing electronics for underwater maritime systems
  • Prior experience designing electric machines and/or drives
  • Experience working with acoustic transducers
  • Experience with various power converter topologies such as buck, boost, flyback, SEPIC, etc. and their control methodologies
  • Experience with or oversight of electronic layout, bill-of-materials, and assembly process
  • Experience creating technical content for new products, ideas, or other business development pursuits
  • Experience working in an R&D environment and working in small multidisciplinary teams
  • Experience mentoring junior EE staff on electronics design, PCB implementation, and board troubleshooting
  • Experience briefing customers
  • Experience with C/C++ coding for microcontrollers (or similar e.g. Python)
An immediate position is open in either our Concord (MA), Groton (CT), or Gulfport (MS) offices.
APS, a wholly owned subsidiary of the General Dynamics Corporation, offers competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and comfortable working conditions. Candidates must possess or be able to obtain a DoD security clearance. Please note, obtaining a security clearance is a condition of employment which typically requires US citizenship and a thorough background investigation.
Qualified applicants are invited to submit a resume and application online at www.aphysci.com, fax them to 860-495-1744, Attn: Human Resources, or mail to the company address. Please reference the requisition number and title of the position in the subject line of your submission.
EOE: Vet/Disability
Invitation to Self-IdentifyIn keeping with our commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Applied Physical Sciences invites all applicants to self-identify pre-offer as a protected veteran and/or an individual with a disability.
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Job Category: Engineering
Job Type: Full Time
Job Location: Groton CT Concord MA Gulfport MS

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