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Power Electronics Engineer jobs are open from entry-level to principal across defense, automotive, semiconductor, and industrial automation companies, with specializations in motor drives, power conversion, and magnetics design. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Location
Sunnyvale, CA
Employment Type
Full time
Location Type
On-site
Department
Hardware
Cerebras Systems builds the world's largest AI chip, 56 times larger than GPUs. This architecture allows Cerebras to deliver industry-leading training and inference speeds; over 10 times faster than GPU-based hyperscale cloud inference services.
This order of magnitude increase in speed is transforming the user experience of AI applications, unlocking real-time iteration and increasing intelligence via additional agentic computation.
Cerebras works with the leading model labs, global enterprises, and cutting-edge AI-native startups. OpenAI recently announced a multi-year partnership with Cerebras, to deploy 750 megawatts of scale, transforming key workloads with ultra high-speed inference.
Role Summary
This position develops the test capabilities and experimental evidence needed to assess the reliability of electrical hardware. You will evaluate PCB assemblies, power supplies, AC/DC and DC/DC converters, voltage regulators, and power distribution assemblies through controlled electrical and environmental testing.
A central part of the role is creating practical test solutions: designing and building custom jigs and fixtures, integrating instruments and electronic loads, writing automation, and tracking performance throughout accelerated stress testing. You will work directly with the Systems team to establish realistic operating conditions and evaluate how components, boards, and power modules behave within the complete system.
Electrical failure analysis is also part of the work. You will investigate abnormal behavior, reproduce failures, isolate suspect components or circuits, and collaborate with the Failure Analysis and Design teams to connect test results with failure mechanisms and verify corrective actions.
Key Responsibilities
Design, assemble, and troubleshoot custom electrical test jigs, fixtures, interface boards, load circuits, and wiring harnesses for power electronics and system reliability testing.
Work directly with the Systems team to establish representative workloads, power sequencing, electrical interfaces, operating limits, and monitoring requirements.
Translate product requirements and reliability risks into test plans with defined stress conditions, sample sizes, durations, measurements, and acceptance criteria.
Build automated test setups integrating programmable power supplies, electronic loads, switching hardware, sensors, and data acquisition equipment.
Develop Python or equivalent software for instrument control, test sequencing, continuous monitoring, fault capture, and analysis.
Execute accelerated life testing, burn-in, powered temperature cycling, power/load cycling, and biased temperature/humidity testing based on the hardware and failure mechanisms being evaluated.
Establish electrical baselines and monitor changes before, during, and after stress. Measurements may include efficiency, regulation, ripple and noise, transient response, startup/shutdown behavior, protection functions, and thermal derating.
Investigate electrical failures using schematics, PCB layouts, component datasheets, and bench measurements to isolate shorts, opens, leakage, intermittent behavior, and performance degradation.
Reproduce system-level anomalies in controlled experiments with the Systems team and correlate electrical results with physical failure-analysis findings.
Use DOE, statistical reliability analysis, and physics-of-failure methods to assess degradation, compare design alternatives, and evaluate component or process changes.
Partner with Design, Failure Analysis, Mechanical/Thermal Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, and suppliers to validate corrective actions and communicate reliability risks.
Maintain calibrated, repeatable test setups with appropriate electrical protection and interlocks.
Document fixture designs, test procedures, results, and investigation findings so that methods can be reproduced and conclusions can guide engineering decisions.
Skills and Qualifications
5+ years of experience in electrical testing, hardware validation, reliability engineering, or electrical failure analysis.
Demonstrated ability to turn electrical test requirements into working laboratory setups, including custom fixtures, interface circuitry, wiring, and instrumentation.
Strong knowledge of PCBAs, power conversion, voltage regulation, power distribution, and electronic circuit behavior.
Practical experience with oscilloscopes, differential and current probes, programmable power supplies, electronic loads, multimeters, power analyzers, source measurement units, and data acquisition systems.
Proficiency in Python, LabVIEW, or equivalent tools for test automation and data analysis.
Strong circuit-debugging skills and the ability to interpret schematics, PCB layouts, and component specifications.
Understanding of accelerated testing, electronics failure mechanisms, reliability statistics, and measurement uncertainty.
Familiarity with relevant JEDEC and IPC test methods and qualification practices.
Ability to collaborate directly with Systems engineers, communicate technical findings clearly, and manage multiple laboratory investigations.
BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
Desired Skills and Qualifications
Master’s degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
Experience integrating electrical test fixtures with environmental chambers and automated monitoring systems.
Hands-on work with high-current power modules, converters, and power delivery assemblies.
Experience with board bring-up, system integration, embedded firmware, Linux-based test environments, and hardware communication interfaces.
Knowledge of reliability concerns associated with power semiconductors, capacitors, magnetic components, connectors, and solder joints.
Ability to interpret microscopy, thermal imaging, X-ray, and cross-sectional findings in the context of electrical failures.
Location: Sunnyvale, CA
The base salary range for this position is $190,000 to $230,000 annually. Actual compensation may include bonus and equity, and will be determined based on factors such as experience, skills, and qualifications.
Why Join Cerebras
People who are serious about software make their own hardware. At Cerebras, we have built a breakthrough architecture that is unlocking new opportunities for the AI industry. With dozens of model releases and rapid growth, we’ve reached an inflection point in our business. Members of our team tell us there are five main reasons they joined Cerebras:
Build a breakthrough AI platform beyond the constraints of the GPU.
Publish and open source their cutting-edge AI research.
Work on one of the fastest AI supercomputers in the world.
Enjoy job stability with startup vitality.
Our simple, non-corporate work culture that respects individual beliefs.
Apply today and become part of the forefront of groundbreaking advancements in AI!
Cerebras Systems is committed to creating an equal and diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate different backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We believe inclusive teams build better products and companies. We try every day to build a work environment that empowers people to do their best work through continuous learning, growth and support of those around them.
Location
Sunnyvale, CA
Employment Type
Full time
Location Type
On-site
Department
Hardware
Cerebras Systems builds the world's largest AI chip, 56 times larger than GPUs. This architecture allows Cerebras to deliver industry-leading training and inference speeds; over 10 times faster than GPU-based hyperscale cloud inference services.
This order of magnitude increase in speed is transforming the user experience of AI applications, unlocking real-time iteration and increasing intelligence via additional agentic computation.
Cerebras works with the leading model labs, global enterprises, and cutting-edge AI-native startups. OpenAI recently announced a multi-year partnership with Cerebras, to deploy 750 megawatts of scale, transforming key workloads with ultra high-speed inference.
Role Summary
This position develops the test capabilities and experimental evidence needed to assess the reliability of electrical hardware. You will evaluate PCB assemblies, power supplies, AC/DC and DC/DC converters, voltage regulators, and power distribution assemblies through controlled electrical and environmental testing.
A central part of the role is creating practical test solutions: designing and building custom jigs and fixtures, integrating instruments and electronic loads, writing automation, and tracking performance throughout accelerated stress testing. You will work directly with the Systems team to establish realistic operating conditions and evaluate how components, boards, and power modules behave within the complete system.
Electrical failure analysis is also part of the work. You will investigate abnormal behavior, reproduce failures, isolate suspect components or circuits, and collaborate with the Failure Analysis and Design teams to connect test results with failure mechanisms and verify corrective actions.
Key Responsibilities
Design, assemble, and troubleshoot custom electrical test jigs, fixtures, interface boards, load circuits, and wiring harnesses for power electronics and system reliability testing.
Work directly with the Systems team to establish representative workloads, power sequencing, electrical interfaces, operating limits, and monitoring requirements.
Translate product requirements and reliability risks into test plans with defined stress conditions, sample sizes, durations, measurements, and acceptance criteria.
Build automated test setups integrating programmable power supplies, electronic loads, switching hardware, sensors, and data acquisition equipment.
Develop Python or equivalent software for instrument control, test sequencing, continuous monitoring, fault capture, and analysis.
Execute accelerated life testing, burn-in, powered temperature cycling, power/load cycling, and biased temperature/humidity testing based on the hardware and failure mechanisms being evaluated.
Establish electrical baselines and monitor changes before, during, and after stress. Measurements may include efficiency, regulation, ripple and noise, transient response, startup/shutdown behavior, protection functions, and thermal derating.
Investigate electrical failures using schematics, PCB layouts, component datasheets, and bench measurements to isolate shorts, opens, leakage, intermittent behavior, and performance degradation.
Reproduce system-level anomalies in controlled experiments with the Systems team and correlate electrical results with physical failure-analysis findings.
Use DOE, statistical reliability analysis, and physics-of-failure methods to assess degradation, compare design alternatives, and evaluate component or process changes.
Partner with Design, Failure Analysis, Mechanical/Thermal Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, and suppliers to validate corrective actions and communicate reliability risks.
Maintain calibrated, repeatable test setups with appropriate electrical protection and interlocks.
Document fixture designs, test procedures, results, and investigation findings so that methods can be reproduced and conclusions can guide engineering decisions.
Skills and Qualifications
5+ years of experience in electrical testing, hardware validation, reliability engineering, or electrical failure analysis.
Demonstrated ability to turn electrical test requirements into working laboratory setups, including custom fixtures, interface circuitry, wiring, and instrumentation.
Strong knowledge of PCBAs, power conversion, voltage regulation, power distribution, and electronic circuit behavior.
Practical experience with oscilloscopes, differential and current probes, programmable power supplies, electronic loads, multimeters, power analyzers, source measurement units, and data acquisition systems.
Proficiency in Python, LabVIEW, or equivalent tools for test automation and data analysis.
Strong circuit-debugging skills and the ability to interpret schematics, PCB layouts, and component specifications.
Understanding of accelerated testing, electronics failure mechanisms, reliability statistics, and measurement uncertainty.
Familiarity with relevant JEDEC and IPC test methods and qualification practices.
Ability to collaborate directly with Systems engineers, communicate technical findings clearly, and manage multiple laboratory investigations.
BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
Desired Skills and Qualifications
Master’s degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
Experience integrating electrical test fixtures with environmental chambers and automated monitoring systems.
Hands-on work with high-current power modules, converters, and power delivery assemblies.
Experience with board bring-up, system integration, embedded firmware, Linux-based test environments, and hardware communication interfaces.
Knowledge of reliability concerns associated with power semiconductors, capacitors, magnetic components, connectors, and solder joints.
Ability to interpret microscopy, thermal imaging, X-ray, and cross-sectional findings in the context of electrical failures.
Location: Sunnyvale, CA
The base salary range for this position is $190,000 to $230,000 annually. Actual compensation may include bonus and equity, and will be determined based on factors such as experience, skills, and qualifications.
Why Join Cerebras
People who are serious about software make their own hardware. At Cerebras, we have built a breakthrough architecture that is unlocking new opportunities for the AI industry. With dozens of model releases and rapid growth, we’ve reached an inflection point in our business. Members of our team tell us there are five main reasons they joined Cerebras:
Build a breakthrough AI platform beyond the constraints of the GPU.
Publish and open source their cutting-edge AI research.
Work on one of the fastest AI supercomputers in the world.
Enjoy job stability with startup vitality.
Our simple, non-corporate work culture that respects individual beliefs.
Apply today and become part of the forefront of groundbreaking advancements in AI!
Cerebras Systems is committed to creating an equal and diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate different backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We believe inclusive teams build better products and companies. We try every day to build a work environment that empowers people to do their best work through continuous learning, growth and support of those around them.
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Who's Hiring
- Tesla23
- Eaton10
- Rivian8
- Blue Origin7
- OmniOn Power7
Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing19
- Electronics & Hardware18
- Technology & Software6
- Energy3
- Automotive3
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in power electronics engineer jobs.
- Bachelor's or master's degree in electrical engineering or a closely related field
- Proficiency in power converter design including topology selection and magnetics
- Experience with SPICE, MATLAB Simulink, or similar circuit simulation tools
- Hands-on lab skills including oscilloscope use, power analyzer measurement, and bench debugging
- Knowledge of relevant safety and EMI compliance standards such as UL, IEC, or MIL-STD
- Familiarity with gate driver circuits, power semiconductors such as GaN or SiC, and thermal management techniques
Tips for Your Power Electronics Engineer Job Search
Tailor your resume to converter topologies
Hiring managers scan for specific topologies like LLC resonant, flyback, and interleaved boost. Name the exact converters you've designed, the switching frequencies you've worked with, and the power levels, so your resume speaks the same language as the job description.
Show simulation and measurement tool depth
List the specific tools you've used for simulation and lab work, such as SPICE variants, MATLAB Simulink, or vector network analyzers. Vague claims about 'circuit simulation' get filtered out fast. Precision here signals hands-on experience rather than classroom familiarity.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists power electronics engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target roles by application domain
Filter your search by domain such as EV drivetrains, medical devices, data center power supplies, or grid-scale inverters. Requirements and interview depth vary considerably by domain, and applying within areas you know well sharpens both your resume framing and your interview answers.
Prepare a design walkthrough for interviews
Most technical screens for this role include a whiteboard or verbal walkthrough of a past design. Prepare a two to three minute explanation of a complete power stage you built from spec to validation, covering your topology choice, component selection rationale, and any redesign triggered by test results.
Negotiate with efficiency and thermal data
When discussing compensation, anchoring your case in measurable outcomes, like efficiency improvements or thermal performance gains you delivered, carries more weight than years of experience alone. Quantify results from previous designs wherever confidentiality allows.
Power Electronics Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most power electronics engineers?
The companies hiring the most power electronics engineers right now include Tesla, Eaton, and Rivian, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and North Carolina, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is especially concentrated in automotive electrification and defense electronics programs.
How many power electronics engineer jobs are remote?
About 34% of power electronics engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the lab and hardware requirements that make full remote less common than in software roles. Systems-level modeling, simulation, and documentation work are the sub-areas most likely to support remote or hybrid schedules.
How do you become a power electronics engineer?
Start with a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, focusing coursework on analog circuits, electromagnetics, and control systems. Build hands-on experience through lab courses, senior capstone projects, or personal converter builds. Internships or co-ops at companies developing motor drives, chargers, or power supplies are the most direct path to a first role. A master's degree strengthens candidacy for roles involving advanced magnetics or wide-bandgap devices.
Can you get a power electronics engineer job with little experience?
Yes, entry-level roles exist for candidates who can demonstrate hands-on hardware work even outside a professional setting. Build a portfolio that includes a complete power converter project with schematics, simulation files, and measured results. Internships at companies working on EV charging, motor drives, or industrial power supplies are the strongest bridge from school to a full-time offer. Highlighting specific topologies you've worked with matters more than years on a resume.
What does the power electronics engineer interview process look like?
Most processes start with a recruiter screen followed by a technical phone interview covering power conversion fundamentals, topology trade-offs, and control loop basics. A design exercise or take-home problem is common at mid-stage, often asking you to size a converter or walk through a compensation network. Final rounds typically include a panel with engineers and a manager, where you'll be asked to walk through a past design from requirements to validation.
Where can I find and apply to power electronics engineer jobs?
You can find and apply to power electronics engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the roles available, find the ones that match your background and interests, and apply directly to each listing from the page.
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