Medium Voltage Power Electronics Engineer (m/f/d)

We are looking for a Power Electronics Engineer to take a leading role in the design, development, and validation of high-voltage and medium-voltage power converter systems. The Medium Voltage Power Electronics Engineer will contribute to advanced R&D activities focused on modular and multilevel converter technologies, supporting the development of high-performance, reliable power conversion solutions for applications such as grid-connected systems, energy conversion, and industrial power electronics.

Your Responsibilities

• Take ownership of power converter designs, from the initial concept to detailed design, prototyping and validation
• Design, model and analyse high- and medium-voltage power converters, including modular multilevel converters and other multilevel topologies
• Select suitable converter topologies, semiconductor devices and passive components based on performance, efficiency and reliability requirements
• Develop detailed electrical and thermal models of power electronic systems
• Conduct system-level simulations to analyse the behaviour of converters under different operating and fault conditions
• Support the design and implementation of control and modulation strategies for multilevel converters
• Contribute to the development of firmware and digital control, with experience of DSPs and FPGAs being advantageous
• Support the construction, integration and commissioning of laboratory prototypes and R&D test setups
• Plan and conduct experimental testing, including voltage and current measurements, efficiency evaluations and performance validations
• Analyse the results of experiments and correlate measurements with simulation models
• Prepare technical documentation, design reports and test summaries
• Work closely with mechanical, control and systems engineers on multidisciplinary projects

Your Qualifications & Skills

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics, or a closely related field
• Previous professional experience in a similar role
• Proven experience in high-voltage or medium-voltage power converter development
• Strong knowledge of multilevel converter topologies, particularly modular multilevel converters
• Hands‑on experience with power electronics simulation tools such as MATLAB/Simulink, PLECS, LTspice, or equivalent
• Understanding of insulation, grounding, protection, and safety aspects in high‑voltage systems
• Experience with digital control platforms such as microcontrollers or DSPs, with FPGA experience considered a strong plus
• Basic hands‑on experience in building and testing power electronics hardware
• Passion for research and innovation, and a willingness to learn and adapt quickly
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, German is a plus

OUR COMMITMENT

• Innovative work environment in a young, dynamic team
• High-tech projects in the future-proof sector of e‑mobility
• Opportunities for advancement in a growing company
• A wide range of further training opportunities
• Attractive bonus system and performance-related pay
• Additional company benefits

WHY ALPITRONIC

Together with our customers, we are driving the world towards sustainable mobility – with cutting‑edge technology, we inspire with the most innovative and reliable solutions. With our roots in South Tyrol, we are market and innovation leaders and set the future charging infrastructure standards from our locations in Bolzano/Bozen, Bergamo, Bologna, Munich and Charlotte (USA).

WHAT MAKES WORKING FOR US SPECIAL

We are excited to meet individuals who are enthusiastic about making things happen, take personal responsibility and appreciate seeing the direct results of their work in the final product. We are a fast-growing company and offer our top teams a diverse and challenging range of tasks in a respectful corporate culture. Your contributions matter, are appreciated and have a significant impact! Join us and be part of our team!