Job Description
Job Description
Job Title: Sr Design Engineer
Job Description
The Design Engineer develops and supports custom power electronics products from initial concept through full production. This role focuses on AC/DC and DC/DC power conversion design, analog circuit development, circuit simulation, PCB design, testing, troubleshooting, and delivering customer-driven engineering solutions. The engineer collaborates closely with cross-functional teams to create high-performance power supplies for demanding applications and is expected to bring 7–10 years of relevant experience.
Responsibilities
- Design and develop AC/DC and DC/DC power conversion products for high-performance and demanding applications.
- Perform analog circuit design, including rectifiers, regulators, filters, oscillators, amplifiers, and magnetic components.
- Apply isolated and non-isolated power topologies such as Buck, Boost, Buck-Boost, Flyback, Forward, Half-Bridge, and Full-Bridge in product designs.
- Conduct circuit simulation, worst-case analysis, and validation using industry-standard tools to ensure robust and reliable designs.
- Execute PCB schematic capture, conduct layout reviews, and develop bills of materials (BOMs) and engineering documentation.
- Perform hands-on testing and troubleshooting using oscilloscopes, power analyzers, spectrum analyzers, electronic loads, and function generators.
- Lead prototype development, including validation testing and root cause analysis to resolve design and performance issues.
- Support customer requirements by participating in technical discussions, preparing technical proposals, and responding to requests for quotations (RFQs).
- Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and customer-facing teams to ensure successful product development and launch.
- Provide technical leadership and project ownership, driving designs from concept through production while managing timelines and deliverables.
Essential Skills
- 7–10 years of experience in power electronics design, specifically in AC/DC and DC/DC power conversion.
- Strong expertise in analog circuit design, including rectifiers, regulators, filters, oscillators, amplifiers, and magnetic components.
- Hands-on experience with isolated and non-isolated power topologies such as Buck, Boost, Buck-Boost, Flyback, Forward, Half-Bridge, and Full-Bridge.
- Proficiency with circuit simulation software for analysis, worst-case evaluation, and design validation.
- Experience using ECAD tools for PCB schematic capture and layout review.
- Ability to perform comprehensive testing and troubleshooting using oscilloscopes, power analyzers, spectrum analyzers, electronic loads, and function generators.
- Demonstrated capability in prototype development, validation testing, and root cause analysis.
- Strong understanding of analog electronics and power conversion systems.
- Experience working with power semiconductor technologies including silicon (Si), silicon carbide (SiC), and gallium nitride (GaN).
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills for documentation and customer interaction.
- Strong organizational abilities and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
- Comfort interacting with customers and supporting technical discussions and proposals.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology required.
- Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering preferred.
- Experience with military electronics and high-reliability power systems is beneficial.
- Experience in PCB design and working with PCB assemblies.
- Demonstrated leadership skills and experience taking ownership of projects from concept through production.
- Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams including engineering, manufacturing, quality, and customer-facing groups.
Work Environment
The role is based primarily in an office and laboratory engineering environment that combines design work with hands-on activities. The Design Engineer spends significant time on computer-based design, simulation, and documentation, as well as working directly with electronic prototypes, test equipment, and PCB assemblies. The position involves occasional assembly, soldering, troubleshooting, and prototype validation tasks. The engineer must be able to regularly lift up to 10 pounds and occasionally up to 25 pounds when handling equipment and prototypes. The work setting is collaborative, with close interaction among engineering, manufacturing, quality, and customer-facing teams to support the full product development lifecycle.Ex
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Middletown, PA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $135000.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Middletown,PA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 25, 2026.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.