Research Engineer - Power Electronics
Job Summary:
As a Research Engineer - Power Electronics, you will be involved in the design of power converters and will work in a collaborative team environment. You will contribute to the development of advanced power conversion concepts as well as their implementation for application to power generation, aircraft engine systems, and electric and hybrid vehicle applications.
Essential Responsibilities:
As part of a multi-disciplinary team, you will contribute to the planning, development, and transition of technologies from concept to products and/or services for GE internal and external clients.
You will:
- Conduct power electronics research through modeling simulation, and design of power electronic circuits and controls
- Develop and test power converters devices
- Develop and test control solutions for power converters devices
- Participate with multi-disciplinary teams in the development of new power technologies and capabilities for GE's next generation product platforms
- Innovate in the power electronics space
- Effectively communicate results by preparing written reports and making presentations that describe analyses and solutions
- Connect the organization to the latest technology developments and trends in industry
- Contribute to proposals for GE businesses as well as government agencies
Qualifications/Requirements:
- PhD in Electrical Engineering or a related field with experience developing power electronics and controls OR a Masters degree with a minimum of 2 years of experience developing power electronics and controls
- Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals at the Masters level for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.
- Because of the specific categories of data handled by GE Research and the structure of our work environment, we are unable to accommodate employment of persons while they are considered nationals of embargoed countries subject to restriction under the US Export Administration Regulations (EAR), 15 CFR Section 746 et seq. (currently North Korea, Syria, Iran, Cuba, and Sudan). Please note that citizens of embargoed countries who have either “U.S. person” status under U.S. export control laws or subsequent citizenship from a non-embargoed country can be considered.
- Must be willing to work out of an office located in Niskayuna, NY.
- Must be 18 years or older.
- You must submit your application for employment on the careers page at www.gecareers.com to be considered.
Desired Characteristics:
- Familiarity with DC/DC converters
- Familiarity with medium voltage DC (>1kV)
- Familiarity with battery energy storage systems
- Familiarity with electrified propulsion systems