Senior Power Electronics Engineer

The Role As we scale our technology, products, and manufacturing capabilities, we are looking for a Senior Power Electronics Engineer to establish and lead our power electronics function. This is a hands-on technical leadership role for an experienced power electronics engineer who wants to shape product architecture, build a high-performing engineering team, and help bring next-generation energy storage systems from concept through commercialization. The Senior Power Electronics Engineer will own the technical direction of power electronics at Moment Energy, including the design and development of inverters, converters, chargers, and associated power conversion systems. You will work closely with Mechanical, Electrical, Firmware, Battery, Manufacturing, Certification, and NPI teams to ensure our power electronics systems are safe, reliable, manufacturable, cost-effective, and scalable. Responsibilities and Duties Technical Leadership & Product Architecture Own the technical vision, architecture, and development strategy for Moment Energy's power electronics systems across current and future BESS platforms.Lead the design and development of power conversion systems, including inverters, DC/DC converters, AC/DC converters, and chargers, from concept through production and field deployment.Establish design standards, technical requirements, and engineering practices while making key decisions related to topologies, components, controls, protection, sensing, and thermal management.Lead technical reviews and design decisions, balancing performance, efficiency, reliability, safety, manufacturability, serviceability, and cost.Identify technical risks, evaluate emerging technologies, and develop the power electronics roadmap in alignment with Moment Energy's product and business objectives. Design & Development Lead circuit design, schematic capture, PCB layout, BOM development, simulation, modeling, and component selection for power electronic systems.Develop and review control strategies, protection systems, and fault detection to ensure stable, safe, and reliable operation.Lead EMC/EMI design and regulatory testing, as well as system validation and certification activities.Oversee prototype and production testing, establish validation methodologies, and lead root-cause analysis and troubleshooting of complex hardware and field issues.Review and approve engineering designs, test plans, technical documentation, and other key engineering deliverables. Team Leadership & Development Build and lead Moment Energy's power electronics team, including hiring, onboarding, mentoring, and developing engineers as the function grows.Set team priorities, establish technical ownership, and allocate resources across product development, R&D, and sustaining engineering.Foster a culture of technical excellence, ownership, collaboration, and continuous improvement while supporting the team's technical and career development.Partner with Engineering and People leadership on team structure, hiring plans, performance management, and long-term capability development. Cross-Functional & Manufacturing Leadership Partner with Engineering and Operations teams to integrate power electronics into complete BESS solutions.Lead the transition of power electronics designs from prototype through NPI and production, with a focus on manufacturability, testability, reliability, serviceability, and scalability.Partner with Manufacturing and Supply Chain on production processes, component sourcing, cost reduction, alternate components, and supply continuity.Support field deployment and service teams in resolving power electronics issues and driving product improvements.Communicate technical risks, priorities, project status, and key decisions to Engineering leadership and cross-functional stakeholders. Process & Continuous Improvement Establish and improve power electronics development, design review, testing, documentation, and validation processes.Drive improvements in product performance, reliability, efficiency, manufacturability, and cost while maintaining appropriate quality and safety standards.Stay current with advancements in power electronics and energy storage technologies and incorporate relevant innovations into Moment Energy's product and technology roadmap. The Candidate We’re looking for individuals with the following traits, skills, and experiences: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field, with a focus on power electronics.10+ years of hands-on experience designing and developing power electronic systems, ideally in industrial, renewable energy, energy storage, automotive, or other high-power applications.Demonstrated experience leading complex power electronics systems from concept through production, including R&D, prototyping, NPI, and commercialization.Previous experience leading, mentoring, or managing engineers and building high-performing technical teams.Strong understanding of power electronics principles, topologies, switching technologies, controls, power conversion, and high-power system design.Experience with component selection, circuit design, simulation, PCB design, EMC/EMI, and regulatory testing.Proficiency with power electronics tools such as LTSpice, MATLAB/Simulink, PLECS, PSIM, Altium, Cadence, or equivalent.Experience developing and executing validation, characterization, and reliability testing using relevant power electronics laboratory equipment.Strong understanding of design for manufacturability, reliability, serviceability, and cost, with experience transitioning designs into production.Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and root-cause analysis skills, with the ability to make sound technical decisions while balancing performance, cost, schedule, and risk.Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills, with the ability to work effectively across Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, and business teams.Experience in a fast-paced startup or scale-up environment, with a strong sense of ownership and a passion for clean energy. Nice-to-Have Experience: Experience working with lithium-ion battery systems.Familiarity with grid-connected energy systems or PCS integration.Experience with design for manufacturing (DFM) and design for serviceability (DFS).Knowledge of UL1973, UL9540, and UL9540A certification processes. Why join us? Today, we’re delivering 2x the energy density and have all the certifications needed to ship energy independence to the world.Be part of a mission-driven company focused on creating sustainable energy solutions and making a positive impact on the world.Collaborate closely with passionate co-founders and a team committed to innovation and excellence.Contribute to building and scaling a company from the ground up, where your work will have a direct and meaningful impact.Thrive in a workplace that values collaboration, wellness, and celebrating successes, with regular company socials, fitness sessions, and more. We're a fast-paced and dynamic team. Every day you'll be taking on a new challenge and learning something new. You'll take on a wide breadth of tasks and contribute to disrupting the battery industry. You'll be part of a tight-knit team that is working together to save the planet! Fun, health, and wellness are incorporated into our daily schedule and we encourage all our team members to bring innovative ideas to the table to create an interactive workplace. Moment Energy Benefits Highlights Financial Growth: Employee equity and a robust RRSP matching program.Comprehensive Health Coverage: Extended health, dental, and vision benefits for you and your dependents through Manulife.Generous Time Off & Flexibility: Paid time off (plus a paid company closure between Christmas and New Year's), and generous paid sick leave.Vibrant Culture & Perks: Open and collaborative office culture, frequent company socials and wellness programs (weekly yoga/fitness), and free EV charging on-site.Company Dinner: Weekly Tuesday dinner provided by Moment Energy. We also have a generous supply of coffee and snacks for the office! Our Commitments Moment Energy is an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes, including our work environment. We especially welcome applications from Indigenous peoples, members of racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women, and persons who identify as 2SLGBTQ+. —--- Our Values Our values are key to how we show up every day at Moment Energy! We keep them in the forefront of what we do, and they’re used everywhere. We refer to them when we have tough decisions to make, we give shoutouts based on living out these values, and we include them as part of our performance reviews. We have 5 core values and 1 foundational pillar (Safety is our Foundation) which lays the groundwork for everything we do. Safety is our Foundation We prioritize the safety of our products, customers, employees, and the general public above all else. From the workshop to the field, we maintain the highest standards for our batteries in testing manufacturing and deployment, and daily operations. Safety is not only about procedures—it is about vigilance, responsibility, and speaking up when something does not feel right. Safety is everyone's responsibility. We follow safety protocols, use proper equipment, and continuously improve our systems to prevent risks before they occur. If something is unsafe, we stop work and address it. Safety also means protecting our colleagues, customers, and communities by designing reliable products, maintaining safe workspaces, and ensuring our work is done carefully and responsibly. We’re Building a Greener Future Together: We infuse passion for our cleantech mission into every aspect of our work and incorporate fun into the workplace. We motivate one another, celebrate our successes and embrace eco-friendly practices to reduce our carbon footprint. We Prioritize our Customer’s Needs: We place our customers at the core of everything we do, ensuring that every decision considers their needs and aims to provide increased value to them. We provide reliable support for our customers, every step of the way. We’re Open, Honest and Accountable: We prioritize open and honest communication to foster mutual understanding, strengthen knowledge sharing, and reduce miscommunication within the team. We admit when we’ve made a mistake, and remedy our actions. We transparently communicate outcomes whether good, bad, or unexpected. We Think and Act like Owners: We’re self-starters that proactively embrace new challenges along with personal and collective ownership of responsibilities in the organization. We focus on growth, not titles, and we do what needs to be done. We Treat Everyone with Respect: We actively listen, share openly, and work together towards common goals. We treat one another with mutual respect to cultivate an inclusive environment where everyone feels accepted, supported, and heard. We keep an open mind and are willing to learn.