Enphase Energy is a global energy technology company and a leading provider of solar, battery, and electric vehicle charging products. Founded in 2006, our innovative microinverter technology revolutionized solar power, making it a safer, more reliable, and scalable energy source. Today, the Enphase Energy System enables users to make, use, save, and sell their own power. Enphase is also one of the most successful and innovative clean energy companies in the world, with more than 80 million products shipped across 160 countries.
Join our dynamic teams designing and developing next-gen energy technologies and help drive a sustainable future!
We’re looking for a Senior Staff Magnetics Engineer to join our Research and Development Centre located in Wigram Christchurch.
The Senior Staff Magnetics Engineer will be responsible for leading the development of Enphase simulation tools focused on the development of magnetics and power electronics for Enphase micro-inverters.
Typical Duties and Responsibilities include:
- Develop simulation tools to design Enphase next generation micro-inverters
- Analyse real-world circuit and magnetics behaviour to optimise simulation accuracy
- Design high frequency magnetics for high volume manufacturing in micro-inverters
- Lead research into new magnetics materials and winding configurations
- Mentor other hardware engineers in the use of FEA and Enphase simulation tools
Skills and Qualifications:
- BE, BSc, Masters or PhD in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
- 10 years minimum experience in developing products from concept stage to market launch
- Expert in the use of Multiphysics FEA simulation tools (e.g. Comsol, Ansys, CST, FEMM or equivalents) for high frequency magnetics designs
- Experience in scripting and circuit simulation tools e.g. Python, Spice
- Experience designing power, analogue or digital electronics circuits
- Exposure to C or FPGA design would be considered an advantage
Employee Benefits:
- Restricted stock units as part of your total compensation
- Bonus plan
- Wellbeing and insurance benefits for you and your family
- Annual performance reviews
- Opportunities for career growth and development
- Working in a well-equipped laboratory and facility
Visa Requirements:
Enphase Energy NZ is currently only considering candidates for this role with New Zealand permanent residency or citizenship.
