Power Electronics Engineering Intern

Responsibilities

• Size and design power electronics components including inverters, on-board battery chargers, and DC-DC converters for commercial trucks
• Perform hands-on testing, bring-up, and validation of power converters and motor controllers
• Design mixed-signal PCBs based on IPC and IEC standards
• Conduct worst-case circuit analysis on critical system areas
• Run circuit simulations using LTspice and PLECS
• Collaborate with mechanical designers to integrate electrical devices into product designs
• Write technical reports and present at design reviews

Requirements

• Thorough understanding of analog and digital electronics, power supply design, magnetics, and control theory
• Prior coursework and experience with power electronics and high voltage systems
• Working knowledge of high voltage automotive systems
• Hands-on electrical fabrication and troubleshooting experience
• Basic PCB layout experience
• Experience with data acquisition systems
• U.S. work authorization or ability to obtain a J-1/F-1 visa
• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD program focused on power electronics

Benefits

• $1,000 relocation stipend for interns residing more than 50 miles from Garden Grove, CA
• Hourly compensation of $25–35 USD

About the Company

Harbinger is an American commercial electric vehicle company developing a first-of-its-kind EV platform for medium-duty electric vehicles and hybrids.