Role description
Power Electronics Test Engineer
InfinitumAbout Us
Infinitum is revolutionizing electric motors with our patented printed circuit board (PCB) stator technology.
We are a pre-IPO company backed by a distinguished group of strategic partners and some of the world’s most influential climate tech funds. With strong traction in shipments and several major customer wins, the market now recognizes the value of our technology and the impact it will have on the future of the industry.
We have a world-class R&D organization, an extensive patent portfolio and a strong leadership team which is scaling the company up across all functions. We are headquartered in Austin, TX, and have a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Saltillo, Mexico, with room for significant expansion.
Increasingly, end customers are willing to pay a premium for solutions featuring “Infinitum Inside.” Our OEM partners are successfully leveraging this differentiation to achieve higher close rates and command greater margins.
In short, we believe we have crossed the chasm—introducing breakthrough technology into a traditionally conservative sector. We are now ready to scale our go-to-market team substantially and are seeking team members who are passionate about rapid growth, eager to learn, and excited to tackle the challenges ahead as we make this journey together.
About the Role
We are looking for a Power Electronics Test Engineer to join our Electronics Team. This role is the critical bridge between our Electronics, Test & Integration, and Manufacturing teams. Your main function is to work closely with the electronics design team to test, debug, and validate power conversion systems. You will also be responsible for investigating sources of failures in Test & Integration or Manufacturing.
Responsibilities
- Perform lab measurements to validate design performance—voltage, current, power, efficiency, switching waveforms, thermal, and EMI
- Execute functional, performance, and stress testing on motor drives and power products (AC/DC, DC/AC, DC/DC)
- Support Manufacturing and Test & Integration teams with hardware troubleshooting
- Build and operate power electronics test benches
- Diagnose failed field equipment and conduct root cause analysis
- Create and execute test plans and procedures
- Document results, failures, and corrective actions
- Ensure safe testing practices
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field
- 2+ years of applicable industry experience or Master’s degree with emphasis on power electronic engineering.
- Hands-on experience in power electronics
- Understanding of basic power electronic converters
- Ability to read and interpret schematics and datasheets
- Experience with lab equipment: oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies, logic analyzers, electronic loads
- Understanding of electrical safety for high-voltage systems
- Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
- Basic knowledge of PCB design and layout
Preferred Qualifications
- Hands-on experience with motor drives
- Knowledge of motor drive control theory
- Experience with low-voltage power systems (up to 1000V)
- PCB design experience in Altium
Benefits
At Infinitum, we have created a collaborative community where everyone feels a sense of belonging and works together to achieve shared goals. Our benefits include:
- Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions
- Healthcare FSA, Limited Purpose FSA, and Dependent Care FSA
- Company-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage
- Group Life and AD&D insurance
- Voluntary Life and AD&D insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- 401(k) retirement plan (no employer match)
- Stock options
- Open paid time off (PTO)
- 12 paid company holidays
- Potential relocation assistance for eligible positions
- Flexible work arrangements, including hybrid opportunities based on role requirements
- Company-paid lunch on Fridays
- Community give-back opportunities
Infinitum embraces diversity and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
Agency representatives: We appreciate your interest, but we’ve got this!