Location: Bangalore, India
Experience: 12+ Years
Employment Type: Full-Time
Industry: Renewable Energy / Power Electronics / Embedded Systems
Department: Research & Development (R&D)
Company Overview:
SolarEdge Technologies (NASDAQ: SEDG) is a global leader in smart energy technology, with over 4,000 employees across 34 countries and millions of installations worldwide. We provide innovative energy solutions including solar inverters, battery storage systems, EV chargers, AI-based energy management, and more. At SolarEdge, we are committed to making clean, green energy the default power source for homes, businesses, and communities. With continuous growth and technological innovation, we offer unparalleled opportunities for professionals to thrive in a dynamic, multidisciplinary environment.
Position Summary:
We are seeking an experienced Technical Lead – Power Electronics to join our Bangalore-based R&D center. In this role, you will lead the design, development, and optimization of power electronics for SolarEdge’s advanced energy systems. You will contribute to cutting-edge product development that directly supports the company’s vision of making solar energy more efficient, reliable, and accessible.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the design and analysis of advanced power converters and power systems for solar inverters, power optimizers, and energy storage products.
- Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, PCB layout, and firmware teams to ensure cohesive product development.
- Drive product innovation, system optimization, and technical excellence across R&D activities.
- Participate in technical design reviews, providing expert input to elevate product reliability and efficiency.
- Conduct circuit-level analysis, power system modeling, and simulations (PSpice, LTspice, MATLAB/Simulink).
- Perform system-level studies such as load flow, transient stability, and harmonic analysis.
- Optimize designs for high-efficiency, EMI/EMC compliance, and thermal performance.
- Guide PCB layout practices to meet creepage/clearance, thermal, and high-current design standards.
- Support DFM (Design for Manufacturing) and coordinate with suppliers and production teams for smooth mass production.
- Ensure compliance with industry safety and regulatory standards.
- Mentor and lead junior engineers to foster innovation and teamwork.
Required Qualifications:
- Master’s degree (M.E./M.Tech) in Electrical/Electronics Engineering with a focus on Power Electronics or Power Systems.
- Minimum 12 years of experience in power electronics design and system integration—preferably in solar, renewables, or energy systems.
Technical Expertise:
- Deep knowledge of power converter topologies – DC-DC, DC-AC, AC-DC (resonant, bi-directional, grid-tied).
- Proficient in power semiconductor devices including SiC and GaN.
- Hands-on experience in gate driver design, magnetics, and high-frequency switching design.
- Skilled in using simulation tools like PSpice, LTspice, MATLAB/Simulink.
- Strong understanding of PCB design for high-voltage and high-current applications.
- Knowledge of thermal management, impedance control, component placement, and signal integrity.
- Experience with EMI/EMC mitigation and regulatory certification compliance.
- Familiarity with international power safety standards (e.g., IEC, UL).
- Excellent troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving capabilities.
- Strong interpersonal and cross-functional collaboration skills.
Why Join SolarEdge?
- Work with a world-class team shaping the future of sustainable energy.
- Opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge innovations in power conversion.
- Be part of a global R&D network with strong career growth potential.
- Competitive compensation, learning opportunities, and a mission-driven culture.