Electrical Engineer - Power Electronics

Who is Elve?Elve, Inc is a deep-tech startup in Davis, CA whose patent-pending technology enables 100x faster wireless internet access in urban settings and remote locations. Elve delivers a transformative approach to the design and manufacturing of high-efficiency lightweight millimeter-wave and near-THz RF power amplifiers in large quantities. Our solutions enable the next generation of wireless connectivity well beyond 5G as well as high-resolution imaging and radar. We are looking for electrical engineers specializing in power electronics to play key roles in bringing our technology to market. If you are passionate about the future of RF electronics, additive manufacturing, precision assembly, microfabrication, vacuum systems, advanced materials processing, and working on a small and energetic team - we can't wait to meet you!Job DescriptionAn electrical engineer specializing in power electronics at Elve will be responsible for the design, analysis, and testing of power electronic circuits and systems, including unique high voltage circuits. The electrical engineer will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure successful integration of power electronic systems into the overall product. They will also be responsible for creating and documenting design specifications and test procedures. This is a full-time salaried position, based primarily in either our San Francisco office or our Davis factory.ResponsibilitiesDesign and optimize power converters and related magnetic, analog and digital circuitryPerform simulation, analysis, and modeling of power electronic systemsConduct hardware design, schematic capture, and PCB layoutPerform testing, troubleshooting, and validation of power electronic systemsCollaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful integration of power electronic systems in the overall productWork EnvironmentMay be a combination of the following but not limited to:Manufacturing facilityLaboratoryOfficeMachine shopISO 5 - ISO 7 CleanroomWarehouseRequirementsQualificationsBachelor's or master's degree in electrical engineering or related fieldProficiency with power electronics circuit design, including converters, magnetics, analog and digital circuitsProficiency in simulation tools such as LTspiceExperience with hardware design, schematic capture, and PCB layoutProficiency with testing and troubleshooting of power electronic systemsStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsExcellent teamwork and communication skillsSelf-motivated with the ability to work independentlyGood to have:Experience with high voltage systems > 5 kVExperience with embedded systems and microcontrollersCoding experience, particularly with Python or MATLABExperience with RF electronics and RF power amplifiersExperience with additive manufacturing and microfabricationMinimum Qualifications1-5 years of experience in power electronics or related fieldHands-on electronics lab expertiseProficiency in PCB design softwareUnderstanding of basic electrical engineering principlesBenefitsBenefits Include:The salary range for this position is $85,000 to $200,000 annuallyHealth benefits (medical, dental, vision)Vacation timeA taste of the start-up lifeExposure to cutting-edge technology in vacuum electronics, HV power electrics materials science, and additive manufacturing. Brainstorming with Ph.D. and masters-level engineersWhat It's Like To Work At ElveWe are a small team (for now!) on a mission to bring the next generation of high-speed wireless connectivity to a billion people worldwide. That kind of impact is not going to be achieved with incremental improvements- we are gunning for orders of magnitude advances in production capability, cost, size, and power in the mm-wave RF amplifier market. We ask "dumb" questions all the time because we always have something to learn. We work really hard, make sure to get good sleep, handle conflict intentionally, and expect great things from each other.