Lead Engineer in Power Electronics

2 weeks ago

Louisville, Kentucky, United States H3X Technologies Full time

JOB OBJECTIVE:


At H3X Technologies, we are dedicated to creating cutting-edge electric propulsion systems to facilitate sustainable aviation.

With a remarkable power density of 12 kW/kg, our HPDM series of integrated motor drives represents a significant advancement in electric propulsion technology, addressing one of the critical challenges hindering the widespread adoption of electric aircraft.

Our diverse range of motors spans from 30kW to 3MW, catering to sectors such as aviation, aerospace, defense, marine, and specialized ground vehicles.

The HPDM motors feature an integrated Silicon Carbide inverter, enabling high-frequency and precise motor control. We are seeking a Senior Power Electronics Engineer who will oversee inverter development and transition designs from prototype to production for one of our HPDM integrated motor drives.

The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience across the entire product development lifecycle, including requirements definition, design and analysis, as well as testing and validation.

As a vital member of our core engineering team, you will significantly influence the company's direction.


KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
REQUIREMENTS / CONCEPTUALIZATION
Define requirements based on industry standards and internal/customer specifications.
Investigate new architectures and technologies to enhance performance, safety, and reliability.

DESIGN AND ANALYSIS
Conduct schematic and PCB design using Altium.
Size power stage components.
Perform circuit simulations using Simplex, MATLAB/Simulink, and LTSpice.
Utilize Ansys Q3D for multiphysics simulations focusing on current density and parasitic analysis.
Design low inductance DC links.
Ensure designs comply with EMC standards (including Y capacitors, EMI filters, and grounding) and DO-160G requirements.

PROTOTYPING AND MANUFACTURING
Manage supply chains for components such as DC link capacitors, busbars, PCBAs, SiC devices, sensors, EMC filters, and connectors.
Oversee documentation for the Bill of Materials.
Create assembly files and manufacturing instructions for team members and partners.

TESTING AND VALIDATION
Develop Design Validation Plans and Reports (DVP&R) for subsystems and complete systems.
Conduct inverter testing and characterization using in-house dynamometers.
Analyze test results, identify root causes of potential issues, and recommend design modifications to achieve optimal reliability and performance.
Perform EMC and DO-160G testing, as well as inverter reliability and partial discharge assessments.

INTEGRATION
Assist pilot customers with initial builds and vehicle integration, which may require travel and on-site visits.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES
Recruit top-tier engineers to enhance your team.
Maintain prototype and testing equipment within the H3X laboratory.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:
Demonstrated intelligence, energy, and integrity.
Master's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering.
A minimum of 5 years of professional experience in power electronics.
High proficiency in Altium, MATLAB, and PLECS/LTSpice.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills to effectively share knowledge and foster collaboration.
Meticulous attention to detail, especially when designing critical flight systems.

Open-mindedness:
A willingness to accept feedback and continuously improve both personally and professionally.
A high degree of emotional intelligence, enabling respectful and empathetic collaboration with colleagues.
A fundamental curiosity and motivation driven by first principles.
U.S. Person status is required due to access to export-controlled data.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience in taking an inverter from concept to production within the automotive or aerospace sectors.
Familiarity with DO-160G / DO-254 / FAA Part 33 qualification processes.
Expertise in EMI noise mitigation and testing.
Understanding of Field Oriented Control and Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motors (PMSMs).
Proficiency in SolidWorks.

SALARY RANGE:
$100,000 - $160,000 USD

COMPANY BENEFITS:
Employee equity incentive plan.

Health insurance:
Comprehensive medical, vision, dental, short-term disability, and life coverage.
Gym membership stipend.
Flexible working hours based on deliverable goals.
Flexible time off with manager approval.
Mental health coverage.
Relocation assistance.
Company-sponsored ski and snowboard pass.
Bi-weekly team social events.

ABOUT H3X:


At H3X Technologies, our mission is to pioneer the development of the most advanced electric aircraft propulsion systems, enabling sustainable aviation.

The aerospace industry is gradually progressing towards carbon-free flight, but the current pace is insufficient to meet the targets established by the Paris Climate Agreement.

We believe that innovation must come from outside the traditional boundaries, and that is precisely what we are achieving at H3X.
H3X Technologies is a U.S.-based manufacturer specializing in high-power density integrated motor drives for electric aircraft and other high-performance applications.

Our multidisciplinary team of engineers and operators is united by the goal of developing the most advanced electric aircraft propulsion systems to facilitate large-scale sustainable aviation.

Our exceptional team comprises individuals from leading companies such as Tesla, SpaceX, GE Aviation, and Siemens, possessing deep expertise in aerospace, electric machines, power electronics, material science, control systems, and advanced manufacturing.

The superior performance of our core technology is enabled by our proprietary manufacturing processes for motor stacking, winding, and assembly, with all design and testing conducted in-house.

Our headquarters spans 17,000 sq-ft in Louisville, Colorado, where we handle all design, manufacturing, and testing operations. Our vision is to become the world's foremost supplier of aviation-grade electric propulsion systems by 2030.

We are well-capitalized and supported by top venture capital firms globally, including Y Combinator, Metaplanet, TechNexus, Liquid 2 Ventures, Soma Capital, and Lockheed Martin Ventures, to facilitate rapid scaling.

H3X is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, past or present military service, or any other status protected by applicable laws and regulations.

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