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Entry-Level Researcher – Power Electronics, Energy Conversion Systems
General Motors. Research, invent, design, model, simulate, prototype, test, and demonstrate advanced inverter and power-conversion systems .
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in power electronics and energy conversion, with a strong foundation in system modeling, simulation, and embedded control systems. Capable of conducting hands-on experiments and analyzing tradeoffs in efficiency, reliability, and system integration for advanced inverter and power-conversion applications.
Highest-signal resume keywords
PhD In Electrical EngineeringResearch Experience In Power ElectronicsSystem Modeling And SimulationKnowledge Of Digital And Analog Control SystemsExperience With PLECS And MATLAB/Simulink
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Hard Skills
Power Electronics CircuitsInverter And Converter SystemsEnergy ConversionEmbedded Controls ProgrammingPrototype Hardware DevelopmentEMI/EMC ComplianceThermal ManagementAdvanced Optimization TechniquesHigh-Voltage Battery IntegrationThree-Phase Inverter Design
Soft Skills
Strong Written CommunicationVerbal Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsTeam CollaborationTechnical Discussion Leadership
Tools & Technologies
PLECSMATLAB/SimulinkAltiumLTspiceMaxwell 2D/3D/Q3DJMAGAnsysAltair
Industry Keywords
Power-Conversion SystemsGrid-Connected ConvertersUninterruptible AC PowerEnergy-Storage SystemsMicrogridsMilitary Power-Conversion RequirementsEnvironmental QualificationRuggedized System DesignWide-Bandgap SemiconductorsDistributed-Energy Sources
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Research, invent, design, model, simulate, prototype, test, and demonstrate advanced inverter and power-conversion systems
- Define and assess technical requirements and architectures for three-phase export-power and uninterruptible-AC-power applications from 10 kW to over 100 kW
- Investigate architectures interfacing with grid connections, energy-storage systems, high-voltage batteries, and generator-fed systems
- Develop and evaluate high- and low-voltage inverters, DC-DC converters, and related energy-conversion topologies
- Investigate internal and external technology options involving GM Energy, suppliers, universities, startups, government laboratories, and strategic partners
- Develop solutions addressing efficiency, cost, mass, packaging, thermal management, reliability, manufacturability, and customer functionality
- Apply digital and analog controls, embedded software, system modeling, simulation, and optimization techniques
- Plan and conduct instrumented bench and system-level experiments evaluating performance, EMI/EMC, thermal characteristics, reliability, and compliance
- Translate research concepts into hardware or system-relevant demonstrations with researchers and engineers
- Collaborate across GM Energy and Propulsion Systems Research, GM Defense, Advanced Engineering, Product Development, GM Energy, and related organizations
- Prepare research reports, technical presentations, records of invention, and external publications
- Lead technical discussions and reviews and communicate complex concepts to varied audiences
- Maintain current knowledge of industry and technology developments
- Support a team-oriented, high-performance research environment
Requirements
What you’ll need- PhD in Electrical Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, or a related discipline, specializing in power electronics, energy conversion, electrical systems, controls, or a closely related field
- Must be graduating between August 2026 and June 2027
- Able to work full-time, 40 hours per week
- Must be a U.S. Person: U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, asylee, or refugee
- Demonstrated research experience in power electronics, inverter or converter systems, energy conversion, or related electrical power systems
- Strong foundation in power-electronics circuits, system modeling and simulation, and electrical engineering fundamentals
- Knowledge of digital and analog control systems and ability to program or configure embedded controls
- Hands-on experience developing, instrumenting, and conducting prototype hardware and software experiments
- Ability to analyze and communicate tradeoffs involving efficiency, power density, cost, mass, thermal performance, reliability, EMI/EMC, and system integration
- Familiarity with PLECS, MATLAB/Simulink, Altium, LTspice, Maxwell 2D/3D/Q3D, JMAG, Ansys, Altair, or comparable tools
- Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
- Ability to travel up to 5% domestically
- Preferred: experience with three-phase inverters, grid-connected converters, export power, uninterruptible AC power, microgrids, energy-storage systems, or related applications
- Preferred: experience with power-conversion systems in the approximate 10 kW to 100+ kW range
- Preferred: experience integrating power converters with high-voltage batteries, diesel generator sets, or other distributed-energy sources
- Preferred: knowledge of military power-conversion requirements, environmental qualification, EMI/EMC compliance, or ruggedized system design
- Preferred: experience with wide-bandgap semiconductors, power modules, high-density packaging, thermal management, reliability, or manufacturability of power electronics
- Preferred: experience applying advanced optimization, multiphysics analysis, or AI-enabled methods
- Preferred: experience applying advanced research and technology to automotive, defense, energy, industrial, or other challenging engineering problems
- Preferred: publications, patents, records of invention, or demonstrated contributions to research and technology implementation
- Preferred: experience collaborating with universities, suppliers, startups, government-sponsored programs, or other external technology organizations
- Must not require GM immigration sponsorship now or in the future
- Subject to export-control restrictions
Benefits
Comp & perks- Relocation benefits administration support
- Employee well-being and career support resources
- Inclusive workplace and belonging initiatives
- Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities