Power Electronics Design Engineer

Socomec Group

. Develop simulation models using MATLAB/Simulink, PSpice, PSCAD, PSIM, and related software .

Posted 10/21/2026full-timeBrampton • CanadaMid-LevelSenior💰 CA$100,000 - CA$120,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing simulation models and advanced control strategies for power electronics systems, with a strong focus on compliance with industry standards and effective collaboration with engineering teams.

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MATLAB/Simulink ProficiencyPower Electronics SimulationHardware-in-the-Loop TestingControl Strategy DesignCompliance with UL and IEC Standards

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Hard Skills

Simulation ModelingControl TechniquesPower Converter DesignElectrical Schematic CreationThermal AnalysisFirmware DevelopmentProject ManagementPerformance TestingRoot Cause AnalysisMultilevel Inverter Design

Soft Skills

CollaborationIndependent WorkTask Prioritization

Tools & Technologies

PSpicePSCADPSIMAltium DesignerEPLAN ElectricCOMSOLOPAL-RTTyphoon Simulators

Industry Keywords

Power ElectronicsEnergy Storage SystemsUPS SystemsDigital Control TechniquesBattery Management SystemsRenewable Energy SystemsElectrical Engineering

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop simulation models using MATLAB/Simulink, PSpice, PSCAD, PSIM, and related software
Design advanced control strategies for multilevel inverters used in high-power UPS and energy storage systems
Conduct Hardware-in-the-Loop testing using OPAL-RT and Typhoon real-time simulators
Design and optimize PCBA schematics and layouts using Altium Designer
Develop and execute functional, performance, reliability, specification, standards, and safety test plans for approximately 3 MVA UPS systems
Evaluate, design, size, characterize, and control IGBT-based power modules
Design and analyze AC/AC, AC/DC, DC/AC, and DC/DC converter topologies, controllers, and modulation techniques
Ensure compliance with UL1778, UL60950, IEC 62040, FCC Part 15, and applicable UL and IEC standards
Investigate and troubleshoot power electronics issues through simulation-based analysis, identify root causes, and propose solutions
Collaborate with hardware engineers and organizational stakeholders

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics, or a related field
Master’s degree or Ph.D. preferred
Minimum of 3 years of related industrial experience in power electronics
Experience simulating and modeling power electronic systems, especially power converters and inverters
Experience using COMSOL for physics-based modeling and simulation, including thermal analysis, electromagnetic behavior, and Multiphysics interactions
Proficiency with MATLAB/Simulink, PSpice, PSCAD, PSIM, or similar software
Familiarity with transformers, inductors, ferrites, chokes, and line filters for power electronics
Knowledge of digital control techniques, microcontroller-based systems, and firmware development
Familiarity with communication protocols for power electronics integration
Familiarity with hardware design principles
Proficiency creating and maintaining electrical schematics and system layouts using EPLAN Electric
Familiarity with battery management systems, energy storage technologies, and renewable energy systems
Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines

Benefits

Comp & perks

Reasonable accommodation for disabilities upon request
Consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex or national origin