Electrical Engineer - Power Electronics

Job Title: Electrical Engineer - Contract

Location: Onsite – Mossville, IL

Position Overview

This position offers an opportunity to work on high-current, high-voltage, and high-temperature component testing for electric drive systems. The role focuses on hands-on test development, execution, data analysis, and collaboration with global teams to ensure reliable and effective component development in high-power applications.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct hands-on testing of components such as current sensors, DC link capacitors, power modules, and PCBs.

Lead full-cycle test activities: test planning, documentation, fixture setup, execution, data analysis, and reporting.

Perform failure analysis and provide recommendations.

Review engineering drawings, technical requirements, and specifications.

Apply quality tools: FMEA, APQP, and PPAP.

Assist in supplier development; some travel to suppliers may be required.

Team Collaboration

Work closely with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), test engineers, and technicians.

Regular interaction with global teams (India and China) for electrical design, print releases, and 3D modeling.

Work Environment

Split between office and lab settings.

Hands-on, test-heavy role with exposure to high-voltage and thermal environments.

Education & Experience

Bachelor's degree in Engineering with 5+ years of experience

OR

Master's degree in Engineering with 3+ years of experience

Technical Skills

Required:

Direct experience with high-power component testing for electric drives.

Proficient in creating and executing test plans, including setup, tools, measurement, analysis, and reporting.

Experience using:

Dataloggers

Oscilloscopes

High-voltage differential probes

Current transducers

Thermal chambers

High-voltage/current power supplies

Desired:

Cross-functional experience (electrical, mechanical, thermal, quality, manufacturing, purchasing).

Skilled in Python, MATLAB, and Excel for test data analysis.

Experience with double-pulse testing for power modules.

Ability to estimate time/resources for test plan execution.

Interest in developing new testing tools and methods.

Soft Skills

Required:

Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Outlook, Excel, etc.)

Desired:

Experience working with international teams (India, China, Europe)

Strong collaboration and communication skills.