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Senior Electrical Protection Engineer
Fremont, CA
We are looking for a highly skilled High Voltage Protection Engineer with a solid foundation in protection design, power systems, and hands-on hardware experience. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, analyzing, and testing electrical protection systems, primarily for high-voltage applications. This role is crucial for ensuring the reliability, safety, and efficiency of electrical systems in complex, high-power environments.
Responsibilities :
- Design and optimize protection systems for high-voltage networks, including battery storage, power converters, and inverters.
- Perform system studies, including short circuit analysis, protection coordination, and arc flash hazard analysis. Ensure compliance with IEEE-1584 and NFPA-70E.
- Test high-voltage equipment following NETA guidelines and ensure compliance with safety standards. Conduct safety tests on energy storage systems and battery packs.
- Lead failure analysis for power converters and grid-tied inverters. Ensure components pass safety testing.
- Work with engineering teams to refine protection system specs, device coordination, and failure analysis for improved system safety.
- Maintain documentation on system designs, test results, and compliance. Provide project progress updates.
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