Full-Time

Power Electronics Mechanical Engineer

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Beta Technologies

501-1,000 employees

Develops electric vertical aircraft systems

Food & Agriculture

Hardware

Industrial & Manufacturing

Mid, Senior

Burlington, VT, USA

Required Skills

CAD

Requirements

B.S. (M.S. desired) in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
5+ years of experience in design, development, and certification of power converters
Previous design experience in power converters from 250 - 1,000 kW and 1,000 to 1,500 VDC
Experience designing enclosures and thermal management for power conversion systems (250 to 1,000 kW)

Responsibilities

Designing and developing power conversions systems (250 to 1,000 kW) for electric aviation charging systems
3D CAD layout of power conversion systems and design for manufacturing
Designing enclosure, component design, and cooling components for converter design
Evaluating thermal management systems and recommending solutions for power conversion systems
Collaborating with industrial design team and aircraft team on power electronics needs for aircraft charging
Participating in industry working groups on electric aircraft charging standards

The Power Electronics Engineer will work as part of the Charging Team developing BETA’s electric aircraft charging systems. As a Power Electronics Engineer, you will be responsible for the design, architecture, development, and certification of power converters including AC/DC and DC/DC. In this role, you will work as part of a product development team designing BETA’s DC Fast Charger. Part of your time will be participating in industry working groups on charging standards, safety, and certification requirements to gather information and represent BETA’s position.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Work as part of a team designing and developing power conversions systems (250 to 1,000 kW) for electric aviation charging systems.
3D CAD layout of power conversion systems and design for manufacturing.
Designing enclosure, component design, and cooling components for converter design.
Evaluating thermal management systems and recommending solutions for power conversion systems.
Collaborate with BETA’s industrial design team and aircraft team on power electronics needs for aircraft charging.
Develop power electronics as part of a product design team for electric aviation charging.
Participate in industry working groups on electric aircraft charging standards.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities):

B.S. (M.S. desired) in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
5+ years of experience in design, development, and certification of power converters
Previous design experience in power converters from 250 - 1,000 kW and 1,000 to 1,500 VDC
Experience designing enclosures and thermal management for power conversion systems (250 to 1,000 kW)

Preferred Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities):

Experience with Electric Vehicles.
Experience with thermal modeling software.
Experience with DFM and FMEA.
Graduate Degree in Engineering.
Pilot’s license.

Inclusivity Statement

Each of our backgrounds influences how we evaluate our own abilities. Research reveals that BIPOC, LGBTQ+, women, those from working-class backgrounds, individuals with disabilities, and other marginalized groups may hesitate to apply for roles if they don’t meet all the requirements. Many skills can be learned on the job. If you can envision contributing value to our community and meet most criteria, we encourage you to apply.

BETA Technologies provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, disability, veteran or military status, health coverage status, HIV status, genetic information, crime victim status, pregnancy or a pregnancy-related condition or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. The company does not discriminate, and will not discriminate, and will not tolerate discrimination, based on any of these characteristics during the application process or in employment.

All offers of employment at BETA Technologies are contingent upon favorable results of a thorough background check.

BETA Technologies is an E-Verify employer.

Beta Technologies

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BETA Technologies, specializing in the development of the ALIA electric vertical aircraft, emphasizes safety, reliability, and sustainability. These priorities, paired with a straightforward design and strategic battery placement for stability, reflect a company committed to cutting-edge and eco-friendly aerospace solutions. This dedication makes BETA Technologies an exciting workplace for individuals passionate about pioneering in the aerospace industry and contributing to sustainable aviation advancements.

Company Stage

Series B

Total Funding

$912.1M

Headquarters

South Burlington, Vermont

Founded

2017

Growth & Insights

Headcount

6 month growth

↑ 13%

1 year growth

↑ 35%

2 year growth

↑ 119%