Senior Electrical Project Engineer - XP Power

XP Power is a global leader in providing essential power solutions to the Industrial Technology, Healthcare and Semiconductor Manufacturing Equipment sectors. We design and manufacture power controllers, the essential hardware component in every piece of electrical equipment that converts power from the electricity grid into the right form for equipment to function. Listed as a FTSE 250 company on the London Stock Exchange we are a fast- growing business, serving our global blue-chip customer base from 29 locations across Europe, North America, and Asia. We are extremely proud and committed to our culture that values Customer Focus, Flexibility, Knowledge, Speed, and Integrity. Joining our team means you’ll work in a high performing global organization where employees collaborate and strive to make XP Power the first-choice power solutions provider delivering the ultimate experience for our customers and our people.

The Senior Electrical Project Engineer in the XP HVHP (High Voltage, High Power) division is responsible for designing, developing, and supporting production of high voltage DC power supplies.  Project management responsibilities will include managing project deliverables, resource allocation, and timelines. Design responsibilities include component selection, bread-boarding, testing, conducting experiments, problem solving, evaluating, and reporting results.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead design projects of new DC power supplies up to 500kV while adhering to published design and development guidelines.
• Modify existing designs to meet customer needs.
• Research and evaluation of new technologies and components.
• Selection of raw materials, components, and suppliers based on product performance specifications, reliability, regulatory requirements.
• Responsible for completing project deliverables and communicating with stakeholders on timeline.
• Parts derating analysis.
• Perform failure analysis.
• Technical report writing.
• Oversee compliance and reliability testing of power supplies.
• Sustaining support of existing designs including evaluation of components and processes

• Degree in Electrical Engineering and 5+ years of power supply design and development experience.
• DC High Voltage experience is desirable.
• Strong analog and digital circuit analysis skills.
• Ability to work hands-on with a variety of lab equipment and tools.
• Programming experience (C, LabView, Matlab) is desirable
• Familiarity with communication protocols (RS232, USB, Ethernet) is desirable.
• Excellent verbal, written, and organizational skills.
• Ability to multitask and shift priorities as needed.
• Able to work with closely with a global team of engineers
• Willingness to work flexible hours on occasion.
• Limited travel may be required.

XP Power provides a safe and healthy working environment that is stimulating and collaborative, where employees are empowered to make a real difference. We place our people at the heart of everything we do. We understand that if we provide our people with the ultimate experience, they will provide the ultimate experience to our customers.

We also offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

• 100% Employer Paid Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance for full-time Employee-only coverage; you share the cost of coverage for your dependents
• Annual Compensation Bonus (Percentage dependent on Company profitability)
• Company 401(k) Match (up to 6%)
• Mental Health Benefits
• Paid Time Off (Accrued per pay period starting at 3 weeks per year)
• 13 Company Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off for Volunteer Work (up to 8 hours per year)
• Employer Paid Supplemental Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Veterinary Pet Insurance
• Company Social Events held throughout the year
• A Friendly Culture Where People Collaborate and Strive for Excellence

XP Power is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to creating an environment where people are valued, supported and nurtured to deliver their best. Operating globally, we celebrate the cultural differences that exist in the countries in which we do business. Being a truly diverse and inclusive community helps us grow our business through innovation; attracting and retaining talent to engage the people who buy our power solutions. We know that by cultivating the ultimate experience for all our people, they will deliver the same to our customers.