Senior Engineering Aide

Job Description • Support Engineers with the evaluation of DC-DC and AC-DC power supplies. Perform evaluation and qualification testing on power supply components and assemblies to determine product temperature rise as a function of electrical load and thermal cooling environment Working knowledge of electrical circuits and power conversion. Ability to work with electrical and mechanical engineers to determine and implement test setup requirements for measuring input/output electrical conditions and thermal measurements Ability to setup mechanical, electrical and thermal aspects for the required testing Will often need to modify and construct new or existing test fixtures in order to improve test setups Solid computer skills are essential including the ability to access and utilize information from existing corporate databases, data acquisition units and automated equipment Excellent communications skills with the ability to compile and summarize findings in Excel and PowerPoint for internal distribution to engineers Interface with various engineering groups to resolve product and setup issues Self-motivated individual capable of performing required tasks with minimal supervision. Ability to demonstrate flexibility, creativity and initiative to solve problems in a dynamic environment Education / Qualifications Minimum Requirements Associates Degree in Electronics, Electro-Mechanical Engineering Technology or equivalent Working knowledge of AC and DC circuits and electrical Power 7+ years of experience Solid understanding of Microsoft office with a focus on Excel Proficient with basic electronic lab equipment including, voltmeters, power supplies, power analyzers, electronic loads and data acquisition units Ability to track and maintain the calibration of all test equipment in the thermal lab Solid understanding of schematics, assembly drawings and test specifications Excellent soldering skills and the ability to prepare thermocouples Experience with the following would be a plus Ability to setup plumbing for liquid cooling test setups using chillers, pressure gauges and cold plates Understanding of heat transfer concepts and thermal resistance Basic machining skills and the ability to use a drill press and milling machine to prepare Cu or AL stock material Experience using FLIR thermal cameras and related software LabVIEW Basic Oscilloscope functions All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Vicor is an EO employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability Compensation Data Salary Range: $80,000 - $88,000 Please note: This range is based on our current market driven pay structures. Individual salaries are determined based upon a variety of factors including but not limited to, a candidates overall qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience as well as company internal equity.