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The precision technology enables a bidirectional power flow on multiple ports or channels concurrently, bringing the flexibility and control of Internet routers and switches to the electrical grid.\n\nIncreasingly, electrical installations require smart integration of EV or e-truck charging, battery storage, solar panels, and critical loads, with custom design and build for each location adding to the cost of implementation. GridBlock simplifies all of this with a flexible, software-defined, modular solution that can manage a wide variety of end‑use configurations and applications, from 500kW to 100+ MW deployments.\n\nGridBlock has an exciting opportunity for a Power Electronics Engineer. In this position, you will work directly with the research & development to support the design of cutting‑edge power electronics products, as well as set up a consistent, reliable, and efficient test environment for GridBlock’s power electronics product suite.\n\nKey responsibilities include, but are not limited to:\n\nDesign Advanced power electronics topologies and ancillary circuits\n\nDesign hardware and test setups to support validation/verification of new power electronics prototype/product functionalities and features\n\nDevelop test cases and conduct tests for power converters (>10kW) in collaboration with the power electronics team\n\nDevelop and implement test automation for consistent, reliable, and efficient testing\n\nSupport test requirements and protocols for factory testing during product assembly\n\nDesign and test new power topologies, power semiconductor modules, and power technologies\n\nSupport simulation and modeling efforts\n\nReport, organize, and analyze test results with the power electronics team\n\nSupport test plans and execution for certification purposes\n\nSkills & Requirements\n\nBS in Electrical Engineering or equivalent (required)\n\nMS or PhD in Electrical Engineering or equivalent (preferred)\n\nStrong knowledge of power electronics systems working principles, including AC/DC, DC/AC, DC/DC, AC/AC conversion, and grid‑connected converters\n\nKnowledge of advanced power topologies, including resonant and soft‑switching topologies\n\n5+ years of relevant experience designing and testing power electronics converters, including passive elements sizing and design, switching cell optimization, controls, PCB design, test cell development, automation and implementation, and conducting tests in full autonomy\n\nExperience with firmware writing and testing for power electronics products\n\nExperience with high power converter testing (>10kW, 1000Vdc, 600Vac)\n\nExperience with multi‑converter module systems, including communication/synchronization\n\nStrong hands‑on testing and troubleshooting experience\n\nExperience with testing processes for certification standards including UL1741, UL9741, IEC62109‑1, IEC62109‑2 is a plus\n\nPrior experience with EMI and FCC testing will be valued\n\n#J-18808-Ljbffr","company":"Gridblock","rawCompany":"gridblock","city":"Atlanta","state":"GA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-07-16T03:29:29.208Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-2071.00","title":"Electrical Engineers","slug":"electrical-engineers"},{"code":"17-2072.00","title":"Electronics Engineers, Except Computer","slug":"electronics-engineers-except-computer"},{"code":"17-3023.00","title":"Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians","slug":"electrical-and-electronic-engineering-technologists-and-technicians"}],"industries":[{"code":"335313","title":"Switchgear and Switchboard Apparatus Manufacturing","slug":"switchgear-and-switchboard-apparatus-manufacturing"},{"code":"335999","title":"All Other Miscellaneous Electrical Equipment and Component Manufacturing","slug":"all-other-miscellaneous-electrical-equipment-and-component-manufacturing"},{"code":"335314","title":"Relay and Industrial Control Manufacturing","slug":"relay-and-industrial-control-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Power Electronics Engineer Grid & Microgrid Systems","description":"GridBlock is an innovative energy router that dynamically manages the flow of energy between multiple sources and loads and has the ability to create and operate a self-contained microgrid. 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