Hardware Development Engineer, Power Electronics

Description:Responsible for the design, analysis, test, and integration of power electronic and analog hardware in motion control servo drive products. The position will have design responsibility in all aspects of product design including concept generation, detailed design and analysis, verification testing, cross functional reviews, and manufacturing release.Qualifications:Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics or equivalent experience required.1. 2-5 years of experience in the design of industrial power conversion equipment such as servo drives, industrial drives, UPS, and traction drives.2. Experience developing power electronic circuits and components such as IGBTs, MOSFETs, diodes, capacitors and high frequency magnetic components.3. Detailed understanding of the architecture, specification, and hardware design of 230- 480VAC industrial power conversion equipment.4. Demonstrated proficiency in the use of simulation tools i.e. Matlab/Simulink, Simplorer, PSPICE and design analysis.5. Experience with off-line and DC/DC power supply design. 6. Understanding of EMI noise reduction techniques, PCB layout, gate drive design, thermal design, voltage and current sensing techniques and protection circuitry.7. Experience with agency approval requirements and design for regulatory compliance (UL, CE). 8. Experience with test equipment including oscilloscope, power meters, data acquisition equipment, spectrum analyzers, etc.9. Candidate must be detailed oriented and possess good organizational and communication skills.10. Knowledge of industrial drives and/or motion control technology and industry trendsSalary/Benefits: Salary commensurate with experienceRockwell Automation offers a competitive benefit plan. You can design a benefits package that fits you and your family. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, 401(k), vacation and sick time, employee referral progam and tuition reimbursement.Benefits vary based on company divisions, geographic locations, and employee status.Job Location: Milwaukee, WIJob Number: 18418BRCompany URL: http://www.rockwellautomation.com/careersCompany Profile:Rockwell Automation (NYSE: ROK) is a leading global provider of industrial automation control and information solutions. The company helps customers across a wide range of end markets achieve a competitive advantage in their businesses through leading technologies and a comprehensive portfolio of products, software and services. With a focus on always putting customers first, anywhere in the world, the company helps manufacturers use industrial automation, information technology, and intelligent motor control to meet their productivity objectives. Capabilities extend through partnerships with a network of 5,600 reliable, local companies in distribution, software and product referencing. Leading brands and strategic partnerships uniquely qualify Rockwell Automation to deliver industry solutions to 80 countries around the world.Rockwell Automation is financially strong, and continues to acquire expertise and invest in innovation and aggressive research and development. Together with its business partners, Rockwell Automation delivers value to its end-user and OEM customers, evidenced through:* Faster time to market; through speed, responsiveness and flexibility of automated manufacturing* Lower total cost of ownership; through scaleable, modular, energy-efficient and open automation control and information systems* Better asset management/optimization; through diagnostics, condition-based monitoring, failure analysis, storage management* Broader manufacturing business risk management; through process variability analysis, regulatory compliance, safety With headquarters in Milwaukee, the company has two major operating segments, Architecture & Software, and Control Products & Solutions, which employ approximately 19,000 people worldwide:Architecture & Software The Architecture & Software segment provides a comprehensive suite of automation solutions. The applications range from unique Logix control disciplines for process, batch, motion, and discrete control to safety and drive systems. Through an integrated architecture, these control products seamlessly operate with FactoryTalk production disciplines for design & configuration, production management, data management, quality & compliance, asset management and performance & visibility. Allen-Bradley Automation Products:* Controllers* Communication networks * Electronic operator interfaces * Motion controllers * Industrial computers and monitors Control Products & Solutions The Control Products & Solutions segment provides a comprehensive suite of products and services that range from intelligent motor control and industrial components to global manufacturing support services. Allen-Bradley Components:* Standard and medium voltage drives * Coordinated drive systems * Packaged controllers * Industrial components * Presence sensing products * Input/Output (I/O) modules Quick Facts: Annual Sales: About $5 billionTotal Employees Worldwide: About 19,000 World Headquarters: 1201 South Second Street, Milwaukee, WI 53204 USA Trading Symbol: NYSE: ROK Chairman & CEO: Keith D. Nosbusch www.rockwellautomation.com Company: Rockwell Automation Location: US-WI-Milwaukee Status: Full Time, Employee Job Category: Engineering Relevant Work Experience: 2+ to 5 Years Company: Rockwell Automation Address: US-WI-Milwaukee Reference Code: RURWA/18418BR