Job Purpose:
Navitas Semiconductor (Nasdaq: NVTS) is a next-generation power semiconductor leader driving innovation in gallium nitride (GaN) and high-voltage silicon carbide (SiC) technologies. Our products enable faster, more efficient power delivery across AI data centers, high-performance computing, energy and grid infrastructure, and industrial electrification.
With more than 30 years of combined expertise in wide bandgap technologies, GaNFast™ power ICs integrate GaN power, drive, control, sensing, and protection, delivering faster power delivery, higher system density, and greater efficiency. GeneSiC™ high-voltage SiC devices leverage patented trench-assisted planar technology to provide industry-leading voltage capability, efficiency, and reliability for medium-voltage grid and infrastructure applications.
We are seeking a hands-on Senior Systems Engineer to join our fast-growing, collaborative team. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, energetic, and able to thrive in a high-growth, innovative environment, contributing directly to technologies that are shaping the future of power electronics. This is a key technical expert position for engineers who have successfully taken power semiconductor devices and ICs into high-volume production and want to shape future architectures.
Key Responsibilities and Duties:
- Develop power system specifications, requirements, and validation plans.
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Lead power topology evaluation, tradeoff analysis, and system optimization for efficiency, power density, cost, and reliability.
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Collaborate with IC design, magnetics, packaging, thermal, firmware, and applications teams.
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Perform modeling and simulation using tools such as PLECS, SIMetrix, MATLAB
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Analyze system performance including efficiency, transient response, EMI, thermal behavior, and fault protection.
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Support product bring-up, debugging, characterization, and customer deployments.
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Support development of application notes, test reports, and internal documentation.
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Provide technical support to FAEs and internal teams as part of customer enablement activities.
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Collaborate with R&D, product marketing, quality, and operations teams on customer programs and product development.
Required Qualifications
Minimum requirements:
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M.S. or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering.
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Strong background in power electronics and power conversion architectures.
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Deep understanding of magnetics, resonant converters, switching converters, and power semiconductor devices.
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Experience with system modeling, simulation, and hardware validation.
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
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Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities.
Preferred qualifications:
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Experience with LLC, DAB, CLLC, multiphase buck, or switched-capacitor converters.
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Knowledge of high voltage power distribution (48V, 400V, 800V HVDC).
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Familiarity with AI server, GPU, telecom, or data center power architectures.
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Experience with planar magnetics, GaN devices, and advanced packaging technologies.
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Ability to quickly ramp on new systems and processes
What We Give:
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A high visibility opportunity to work on leading edge technology development with a mission to make the world better with advancing the technology that powers the future.
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Fast decision making and freedom to work on interesting problems that the world cares about.
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A mission to succeed with full support from management.
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Health, dental, and vision benefits, and unlimited PTO
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Total Rewards include base plus bonus and stock awards, depending on experience
