Demo

Senior Electrical Engineer / Power Systems Specialist

GTN Technical Staffing
Baltimore, MD Full Time
POSTED ON 1/14/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/20/2025

Senior Electrical Engineer / Power Systems Specialist

Location : On-Site, Baltimore MD

Position Type : Full-Time

Salary : TBD

Our client is looking for a Senior Electrical Engineer with expertise in power electronics hardware design, control systems, and DSP / FPGA integration. The ideal candidate will contribute to the design, testing, and implementation of advanced power systems, including cutting-edge power electronic converters and digital control platforms.

Primary Responsibilities :

  • Spearhead the design, simulation, and testing of SiC-based power electronic converters, including active rectifiers, isolated DC-DC converters, solid-state transformers, and high-speed motor drives.
  • Architect and optimize DSP-based digital control algorithms, FPGA modulator designs, and PLC-level system controllers.
  • Deliver cutting-edge PCB designs, integrating SiC gate drivers, high-speed A / D converters, and communication protocols such as CAN, RS485, Modbus, and high-speed fiber optics.
  • Innovate and implement embedded systems software for harmonic compensators, PLLs, and advanced control algorithms.
  • Develop robust Controller-Hardware-in-the-Loop (C-HIL) platforms for comprehensive power system validation and testing.
  • Contribute to the design and integration of medium-voltage power distribution systems, modular multi-level converters, and scalable solutions for MW-level applications.
  • Author and review technical whitepapers, patents, and research articles to showcase technical leadership.
  • Create and issue production-ready schematics and electrical drawings for prototype and production systems.

Desired Qualifications :

  • Required :
  • U.S. Citizenship (required under ITAR restrictions).

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field (minimum 3.3 GPA). Master’s or PhD preferred.
  • Ability to secure a DoD Security Clearance.
  • Preferred Expertise :
  • Designing and controlling motor drives, AC-DC and DC-AC power converters, and power inverters.

  • Developing high-speed, high-performance FPGA systems and working with platforms such as TI C2000 DSPs and Altera FPGAs.
  • Experience with real-time simulation tools, including OPAL-RT, Typhoon, or other HIL platforms.
  • Advanced knowledge of SiC-based power devices, isolated DC-DC systems, and multi-level converter technologies.
  • Exciting Current Projects :

  • Develop next-generation SiC and Silicon-based power converters for energy-efficient applications.
  • Design medium-voltage isolated DC-DC converters and their integration into scalable power systems.
  • Advance DSP and FPGA control systems for AC-DC and DC-DC power electronics.
  • Drive innovation in modular, scalable power systems ranging from 50kW to multi-MW output.
  • Build HIL environments using tools like Typhoon and PLECS for real-time testing and validation.
  • Collaborate on mission-critical applications for military vehicles, aircraft power systems, and naval infrastructure.
  • Why Join Us?

  • Lead projects at the intersection of power electronics, digital control, and advanced system integration.
  • Work on impactful technologies for defense, aviation, and next-gen vehicles.
  • Be part of a highly skilled team driving the future of energy-efficient solutions.
  • If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution. Compensation Planning
    Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right. Surveys & Data Sets

    What is the career path for a Senior Electrical Engineer / Power Systems Specialist?

    Sign up to receive alerts about other jobs on the Senior Electrical Engineer / Power Systems Specialist career path by checking the boxes next to the positions that interest you.
    Income Estimation: 
    $111,195 - $140,107
    Income Estimation: 
    $151,084 - $181,738
    Income Estimation: 
    $133,507 - $160,824
    Income Estimation: 
    $136,663 - $175,160
    Income Estimation: 
    $157,953 - $182,694
    Income Estimation: 
    $77,212 - $88,935
    Income Estimation: 
    $101,213 - $124,848
    Income Estimation: 
    $90,267 - $107,792
    Income Estimation: 
    $90,926 - $113,495
    Income Estimation: 
    $102,148 - $116,687
    Income Estimation: 
    $90,267 - $107,792
    Income Estimation: 
    $125,799 - $152,617
    Income Estimation: 
    $110,220 - $132,692
    Income Estimation: 
    $111,195 - $140,107
    Income Estimation: 
    $126,558 - $144,904
    Income Estimation: 
    $110,220 - $132,692
    Income Estimation: 
    $151,084 - $181,738
    Income Estimation: 
    $133,507 - $160,824
    Income Estimation: 
    $136,663 - $175,160
    Income Estimation: 
    $157,953 - $182,694
    Income Estimation: 
    $133,507 - $160,824
    Income Estimation: 
    $188,927 - $229,849
    Income Estimation: 
    $163,041 - $197,583
    Income Estimation: 
    $171,178 - $212,692
    Income Estimation: 
    $188,211 - $213,397
    View Core, Job Family, and Industry Job Skills and Competency Data for more than 15,000 Job Titles Skills Library

    Job openings at GTN Technical Staffing

    GTN Technical Staffing
    Hired Organization Address Topeka, KS Full Time
    Were seeking an ERP Developer to enhance and maintain our clients Infor SyteLine v10 (On-Prem) Enterprise Resource Plann...
    GTN Technical Staffing
    Hired Organization Address St. Louis, MO Full Time
    Project Manager HIGHLIGHTS Location : Hybrid / St Louis MO Position Type : Direct Hire Hourly / Salary : Based on Experi...
    GTN Technical Staffing
    Hired Organization Address Arlington, TX Temporary
    Senior Proposal Manager - DoD Location : Arlington, TX (Will work onsite) Employment Type : 12 months Contract-to-Hire, ...
    GTN Technical Staffing
    Hired Organization Address Phoenix, AZ Full Time
    Business Banking Development Officer (VP / SVP) Highlights : Location : Phoenix AZ Position Type : Direct hire Hourly / ...

    Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Senior Electrical Engineer / Power Systems Specialist jobs in the Baltimore, MD area that may be a better fit.

    Electrical Engineer (Power Systems)

    RCT Systems, Baltimore, MD

    Electrical Engineer (Power Supply/Systems)

    Latitude Inc, Baltimore, MD

    AI Assistant is available now!

    Feel free to start your new journey!