Power Electronics Engineer - Electric Drive & Energy Systems

Job Description

Job Description

Are you ready to be part of a company that's not just talking about the future, but energetically shaping it? Join the Microvast Team (NASDAQ: MVST), a technology innovator that designs, develops and manufactures lithium-ion battery solutions. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Stafford, TX, Microvast is renowned for its cutting-edge cell technology and its vertical integration capabilities which extend from core battery chemistry (cathode, anode, electrolyte, and separator) to battery packs. By integrating the process from raw material to system assembly, Microvast has developed a family of products covering a broad breadth of market applications. More information can be found on the corporate website: www.microvast.com

If you’re ready to be part of a company that’s not just adapting to change, but driving it, Microvast is the place for you. Apply now and electrify your career with a true leader in the global energy transformation.

Job Description

The Power Electronics Engineer will design and validate power electronic hardware for electric drive and energy distribution in robotic and autonomous platforms. This includes high-voltage/high-current circuits, switching elements, and protection schemes, with a focus on robustness, efficiency, and manufacturability

Key Responsibilities

• Design power distribution, switching, and protection circuits for electric drive and energy systems (e.g., contactors, MOSFET/IGBT stages, fusing, transient protection).
• Specify and select components for high-voltage / high-current applications.
• Develop independent sensing and protection schemes (current, voltage, temperature) and interface them to control units.
• Create schematics, perform PCB design or review, and produce supporting documentation for manufacturing.
• Work with mechanical engineers on packaging, heat sinking, and thermal management solutions.
• Support lab bring-up, validation, and reliability testing, including thermal, EMC, and vibration testing.
• Assist in root-cause analysis and continuous improvement of power hardware designs.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in power electronics design (motor drives, DC-DC converters, HV distribution, or similar).
• Strong knowledge of HV safety, insulation, creepage/clearance, and protection devices.
• Experience with circuit simulation and PCB design tools (e.g., SPICE, Altium, OrCAD, or equivalent).
• Ability to work hands-on in the lab with high-voltage systems in a safe manner.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in electric vehicle, battery systems, or robotics powertrain development.

Expected Compensation

Annual salary + benefits

Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

Applicants for employment at Microvast must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Microvast is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any factor, including veteran status and disability status, protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Microvast is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.

Privacy is a top priority for Microvast. We build it into our products and view it as an essential part of our business. To understand more about the data we collect and process as part of your application, please view our Privacy Policy - Microvast.