Lead Power Electronics Engineer

2 weeks ago


San Carlos, California, United States Joby Aviation Full time
Company Overview


At Joby Aviation, we are dedicated to revolutionizing air transportation through our innovative all-electric aircraft. Our mission is to develop a cost-effective air taxi service that operates quietly and efficiently, transforming urban mobility.

Since our inception, we have been at the forefront of designing and testing advanced prototype aircraft, aiming to establish a network of electric air taxis that will enhance the way people travel.

We invite skilled and passionate professionals to join our team as we work towards FAA certification, ramp up our manufacturing capabilities, and prepare for the launch of our commercial services.

Position Overview

We are currently seeking a proficient power electronics engineer to contribute to the design and development of our electric aircraft.

This role involves close collaboration with mechanical, software, and cross-functional teams to design prototype motor-control inverters and DC/DC converters.

This position is hands-on, requiring engineers to oversee their projects from initial concept through to delivery and ongoing support. A key focus will be on optimizing designs for reliability, weight, and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

  • Work in tandem with mechanical engineers to optimize the arrangement of high-power components and bus bars.
  • Develop clear and comprehensible schematics for power electronics boards.
  • Select components to achieve minimal mass while ensuring maximum reliability.
  • Collaborate with PCB designers to produce reliable and lightweight layouts.
  • Draft requirements, engage in DFMEAs, and create and execute test and validation plans.
Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related field.
  • 5-10 years of experience in designing and developing power electronics, particularly inverters for motors ranging from 50kW to 200kW.
  • Strong understanding of motor control theory for both surface and interior permanent magnet machines.
  • 3-5 years of aerospace experience with a solid background in DO-160 compliance.
  • 3-5 years of experience writing embedded software in C for controlling inverters and/or other power electronics in aerospace contexts.
  • 3-5 years of experience with DO-178B software requirements for aerospace applications.
  • Experience in schematic capture and PCB design.
  • Proficiency in component selection.
  • Hands-on experience with high voltage/high power designs.
  • Excellent communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications

  • Master's or Ph.D. in a relevant discipline with a focus on power electronics.
  • Familiarity with Altium Designer.
  • Experience with wide bandgap semiconductors.
  • Knowledge of regulatory certification processes.
  • Experience in design-for-reliability, including DFMEA and fault tree analysis.
  • Experience designing for high EMI environments.
  • Familiarity with battery systems.


At Joby, we offer a competitive compensation package that includes base salary and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). Additionally, we provide a comprehensive benefits package, which includes paid time off, healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan with company matching, an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), short-term and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, and more.


Equal Opportunity Employer
Joby Aviation is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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