Senior Hardware Engineer (Power Electronics)

TL;DR

Senior Hardware Engineer (Power Electronics): Designing, developing, and validating high-current, high-power sourcing and switching hardware for semiconductor automated test equipment (ATE) with an accent on power delivery architecture and thermal management. Focus on optimizing transient response, load regulation, and system-level integration for advanced SoCs.

Location: North Reading, MA, US. This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

Salary: $186,500 – $298,500

Company

A global leader in test and automation specialists providing manufacturing automation solutions across various industries to ensure electronic device quality.

What you will do

• Design and validate high-current sourcing and switching hardware for semiconductor ATE.
• Architect power delivery modules focusing on fast transient response and load regulation.
• Own power-delivery modules from initial concept through to production release.
• Collaborate with cross-functional hardware, firmware, mechanical, and test engineering teams.
• Lead hardware bring-up and conduct root-cause analysis on complex analog/mixed-signal systems.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• 5–8+ years of experience in power electronics or instrumentation hardware design.
• Expertise in switching power supplies, multiphase regulators, and advanced power-stage topologies.
• Proficiency in SPICE simulation, PDN modeling, and PCB design tools.
• Experience with high-current routing and system-level thermal considerations.
• Must have valid US work authorization (no sponsorship provided).

Nice to have

• Experience specifically with semiconductor ATE systems.
• Knowledge of dynamic voltage scaling and digital power control.
• Familiarity with HALT/HASS, stress testing, and failure-mode analysis.
• Experience with thermal modeling, heatsink design, and airflow optimization.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance.
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• Tuition assistance programs.
• Inclusive work environment focused on high performance and excellence.