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Power systems engineering roles in grid modernization, renewable integration, and transmission planning consistently rank among the most sponsored H-1B visa specialties. Employers filing Labor Condition Applications for these positions must certify prevailing wages under DOL SOC code 17-2071, and most require a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a closely related field.
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Location: Santa Clara, CA (On-site / Lab-focused)
Role Overview
This hands-on role involves the design, implementation and validation of high-efficiency AC/DC and DC/DC converters for next-generation data center architectures working with a stellar team of systems and applications engineers. This position focuses on delivering high-power density solutions ranging from kilowatt (kW) rack-level systems to hundreds of kW cluster-level architectures. The ideal candidate will blend hardware topology design/architecture with advanced digital control implementation to power cutting-edge AI, GPU, and CPU hardware. This is a senior role with high visibility that involves extensive interaction with management and cross-functional teams, such as Device Engineering, System Applications, and Packaging.
Core Responsibilities
- High-Power Design: Architect and build AC/DC front-ends and DC/DC converters handling kilowatt to hundreds of kW power blocks.
- Topology Innovation: Design high-efficiency, high-density topologies (e.g., interleaved PFC, LLC, dual active bridge, phase-shifted full bridge, ISoP converters) to meet the stringent and increasingly challenging specifications for next generation data center power delivery.
- Hardware Development: Component selection, thermal-conscious schematic capture, and multi-layer PCB layout optimization. Interaction with applications engineering for debug, simulation and validation of converter specs.
- Custom Magnetics Engineering: Design and model both discrete and planar in-PCB magnetics for high-frequency operation. Partner with magnetics vendors to specify, iterate, and manufacture custom magnetic components.
- Digital Control Implementation: Develop, code, and tune digital control loops for real-time power conversion and telemetry.
- Compliance & Validation: Direct EMI/EMC mitigation strategies and validate systems against grid and safety standards.
Required Qualifications
- Education: Master’s or PhD degree in Electrical Engineering with a power electronics specialization.
- Experience: 5+ years in high-power switch-mode power supply (SMPS) design or grid-tied conversion.
- Semiconductor Expertise: Deep hands-on design experience using SiC (Silicon Carbide) and GaN (Gallium Nitride) wide-bandgap devices, and their corresponding gate-drivers, isolators and sensing circuits.
- Digital Control Platforms: Proven experience programming microcontrollers for power electronics (e.g., TI C2000, STM32, or FPGA).
- Simulation Tools: Expert utilization of PLECS, Simplis, MATLAB/Simulink or LTspice for system-level analysis of the AC/DC and DC/DC converters.
- Advanced Architecture: Knowledge of 48V and 800V/±400V DC bus distribution frameworks common in hyperscale environments.
- Standards: Familiarity with OCP (Open Compute Project) power specifications and 80 Plus Titanium efficiency requirements.
This role may require additional duties and/or assignments as designated by management.
The posted salary range is what Wolfspeed reasonably expects to pay for this position. Actual pay for a hired applicant will be determined based on the individual’s job-relevant qualifications, experience, and other determinative factors. In the event it is determined that a different job level upon hire is warranted then that range will be communicated to the hired applicant as soon as reasonably practicable.
Compensation Range:
$250,000 - $385,000
To put it legally - Wolfspeed is an equal opportunity employer.
We recruit, employ, train, compensate and promote regardless of race, sex, religion, color, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation and other protected status as required by law.
The posted salary range is what Wolfspeed reasonably expects to pay for this position. Actual pay for a hired applicant will be determined based on the individual’s job-relevant qualifications, experience, and other determinative factors. In the event it is determined that a different job level upon hire is warranted then that range will be communicated to the hired applicant as soon as reasonably practicable.
Compensation Range:
$297,000.00 - $408,000.00
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Senior Director of Power Systems Engineering
Location: Santa Clara, CA (On-site / Lab-focused)
Role Overview
This hands-on role involves the design, implementation and validation of high-efficiency AC/DC and DC/DC converters for next-generation data center architectures working with a stellar team of systems and applications engineers. This position focuses on delivering high-power density solutions ranging from kilowatt (kW) rack-level systems to hundreds of kW cluster-level architectures. The ideal candidate will blend hardware topology design/architecture with advanced digital control implementation to power cutting-edge AI, GPU, and CPU hardware. This is a senior role with high visibility that involves extensive interaction with management and cross-functional teams, such as Device Engineering, System Applications, and Packaging.
Core Responsibilities
- High-Power Design: Architect and build AC/DC front-ends and DC/DC converters handling kilowatt to hundreds of kW power blocks.
- Topology Innovation: Design high-efficiency, high-density topologies (e.g., interleaved PFC, LLC, dual active bridge, phase-shifted full bridge, ISoP converters) to meet the stringent and increasingly challenging specifications for next generation data center power delivery.
- Hardware Development: Component selection, thermal-conscious schematic capture, and multi-layer PCB layout optimization. Interaction with applications engineering for debug, simulation and validation of converter specs.
- Custom Magnetics Engineering: Design and model both discrete and planar in-PCB magnetics for high-frequency operation. Partner with magnetics vendors to specify, iterate, and manufacture custom magnetic components.
- Digital Control Implementation: Develop, code, and tune digital control loops for real-time power conversion and telemetry.
- Compliance & Validation: Direct EMI/EMC mitigation strategies and validate systems against grid and safety standards.
Required Qualifications
- Education: Master’s or PhD degree in Electrical Engineering with a power electronics specialization.
- Experience: 5+ years in high-power switch-mode power supply (SMPS) design or grid-tied conversion.
- Semiconductor Expertise: Deep hands-on design experience using SiC (Silicon Carbide) and GaN (Gallium Nitride) wide-bandgap devices, and their corresponding gate-drivers, isolators and sensing circuits.
- Digital Control Platforms: Proven experience programming microcontrollers for power electronics (e.g., TI C2000, STM32, or FPGA).
- Simulation Tools: Expert utilization of PLECS, Simplis, MATLAB/Simulink or LTspice for system-level analysis of the AC/DC and DC/DC converters.
- Advanced Architecture: Knowledge of 48V and 800V/±400V DC bus distribution frameworks common in hyperscale environments.
- Standards: Familiarity with OCP (Open Compute Project) power specifications and 80 Plus Titanium efficiency requirements.
This role may require additional duties and/or assignments as designated by management.
The posted salary range is what Wolfspeed reasonably expects to pay for this position. Actual pay for a hired applicant will be determined based on the individual’s job-relevant qualifications, experience, and other determinative factors. In the event it is determined that a different job level upon hire is warranted then that range will be communicated to the hired applicant as soon as reasonably practicable.
Compensation Range:
$250,000 - $385,000
To put it legally - Wolfspeed is an equal opportunity employer.
We recruit, employ, train, compensate and promote regardless of race, sex, religion, color, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation and other protected status as required by law.
The posted salary range is what Wolfspeed reasonably expects to pay for this position. Actual pay for a hired applicant will be determined based on the individual’s job-relevant qualifications, experience, and other determinative factors. In the event it is determined that a different job level upon hire is warranted then that range will be communicated to the hired applicant as soon as reasonably practicable.
Compensation Range:
$297,000.00 - $408,000.00
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Power Systems Engineering
Verify your degree maps to SOC 17-2071
USCIS evaluates specialty occupation by matching your degree field to the role's SOC code. A degree in electrical engineering maps cleanly, but power engineering technology or physics degrees often require a credentials evaluation letter to close the gap.
Target utilities filing LCAs for grid projects
Search DOL's OFLC Wage Search for certified LCAs under SOC 17-2071 filtered by state. Utilities and engineering consultancies actively filing for transmission, substation, or renewable integration roles are your highest-probability sponsorship targets.
Use Migrate Mate to filter verified sponsors
Pull up Power Systems Engineering roles on Migrate Mate to see which employers have active H-1B filing history for this occupation. That filing history tells you who has already run the LCA and I-129 process for roles like yours.
Confirm your employer is E-Verify enrolled before accepting
H-1B cap-subject petitions require the employer to be registered with USCIS and, for certain roles at federal contractors, enrolled in E-Verify. Ask HR directly before your offer letter is drafted to avoid delays after acceptance.
Check O*NET job zone classification before interviews
Power systems engineering sits in O*NET Job Zone 4, requiring substantial preparation. Interviewers may ask about NERC reliability standards, load flow analysis, or protection coordination. Aligning your resume language to the O*NET task list strengthens both the interview and the specialty occupation argument in your petition.
Request premium processing if your start date is fixed
If you're joining a project with a hard mobilization date, ask your employer to file Form I-907 for premium processing. USCIS adjudicates within 15 business days under premium, compared to several months for standard processing.
H-1B Visa Power Systems Engineering: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a power systems engineering role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes. Power systems engineering falls under SOC code 17-2071 and requires at minimum a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a directly related field. USCIS treats this as a specialty occupation because the theoretical and practical application of engineering principles is a normal entry requirement for the role, not just a preference.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for power systems engineers?
Investor-owned utilities, regional transmission organizations, independent power producers, and large engineering and procurement contractors are the most active H-1B sponsors for this occupation. Federal agencies sponsoring work on grid modernization or defense energy infrastructure may also file, though some positions require security clearances that complicate H-1B timing. You can find employers with verified H-1B filing history for this role on Migrate Mate.
How does the prevailing wage requirement affect power systems engineering H-1B filings?
Before your employer files the I-129 petition, it must obtain a certified Labor Condition Application from DOL certifying that your offered salary meets the prevailing wage for SOC 17-2071 in your work location. Wages are tiered by experience level, so an entry-level role in a high-cost metro carries a different wage floor than a senior role in a lower-cost region. You can look up applicable wage levels using the OFLC Wage Search.
Can a power systems engineer change employers mid-project without losing H-1B status?
Yes, through H-1B portability under AC21. If your new employer files an H-1B transfer petition before your current petition expires, you can start work with the new employer once USCIS receives the filing, without waiting for approval. The new employer must file a fresh LCA certified at the prevailing wage for the new work location, and the role must still qualify as a specialty occupation.
Does holding a Professional Engineer license strengthen an H-1B petition for power systems roles?
A PE license doesn't replace the degree requirement, but it does reinforce the specialty occupation argument, particularly for senior transmission planning or substation design roles where state licensure is standard. Employers filing for positions that normally require a PE in the job description benefit from including licensure documentation in the I-129 package, as it demonstrates industry-standard professional qualification for the offered role.