Full-Time
Director of Power Electronics Engineering
Updated on 8/1/2026
Fourier
51-200 employees
Engineering clean energy solutions at scale
Compensation Overview
$185k - $250k/yr
Mountain View, CA, USA
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- A B.S. in Electrical Engineering or a related field is required.
- At least 12 years of progressive engineering experience in power electronics, industrial automation, or renewable energy systems is required.
- At least 5 years of direct engineering management experience leading cross-functional hardware and systems teams is required.
- Proven expertise in 480V three-phase AC power distribution, AC/DC rectification, and isolating low-voltage instrumentation networks from high-voltage noise is required.
- Demonstrated root cause analysis and system optimization experience for high-velocity design and implementation is required.
- Strong familiarity with programmable logic controller and programmable automation controller architectures and industrial fieldbus networks is required.
- Deep working knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NFPA 70), UL 508A, and high-voltage safety protocols, including lockout/tagout and grounding/bonding, is required.
- Own the end-to-end electrical architecture from the 480V grid tie-in down to the 12V/24V DC sensor networks, ensuring clean power distribution, signal integrity, and electromagnetic interference/electromagnetic compatibility compliance.
- Oversee the design and specification of AC/DC rectification for the electrolyzer stack, DC/DC converters, and the integration of variable-frequency drives and silicon-controlled rectifier controllers for heavy industrial loads.
- Act as the technical bridge between Hardware, Controls, and Software teams.
- Define firmware requirements, state-machine logic, and communication protocols, including Modbus, CAN, and Profinet, to ensure seamless system operation.
- Lead the design of electrical systems for hazardous environments, including Class I, Division 1/2 and ATEX environments.
- Ensure designs adhere to the National Electrical Code, UL, and relevant functional safety standards, including IEC 61508 and ISO 13849.
- Recruit, mentor, and manage a high-performing team of power electronics, electrical, and controls engineers.
- Identify, evaluate, and manage external suppliers, component vendors, and contract manufacturers for critical power components, including transformers, rectifiers, and control panels.
- Manage complex development schedules, budgets, and hardware development lifecycles from initial prototyping through commercial-scale deployment.
- Apply best practices for schematic design, printed circuit board layout, simulation, and hardware validation, and present work for approval through design reviews.
- An M.S. or Ph.D. with a focus on Power Electronics, Power Systems, or Control Systems is preferred.
- Direct industry experience in hydrogen infrastructure, electrochemistry, oil and gas, or large-scale energy storage is preferred.
- Experience designing systems specifically for hazardous locations, including hydrogen gas environments, is preferred.
- A strong background in thermal management of high-power electronics, including liquid and air cooling strategies, is preferred.
- Experience supporting manufacturing scale-up and production environments, including startup or high-growth technology company experience, is preferred.
Fourier Earth provides engineering services and scalable clean energy solutions for governments, large corporations, and sustainability-focused organizations to shift from fossil fuels to renewable energy. It develops practical energy technologies and deploys them at scale through consulting, project delivery, and licensing of its proprietary technologies. It differentiates itself with hands-on, large-scale implementation and direct work with governments and major organizations, moving from planning to full deployment and licensing rather than focusing on small pilots. Its goal is to enable a global transition to affordable, distributable clean energy that reduces carbon footprints and benefits society.
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
Series A
Total Funding
$18.5M
Headquarters
Palo Alto, California
Founded
2022
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Commercial pilots in Ohio petrochemical and Fremont airline parts plants launching June 2025.
- Targeting 6-20 kg/hour customers across pharma, chemicals, and transportation sectors globally.
- Series A funding from General Catalyst and Paramark validates on-site hydrogen economics.
What critics are saying
- Plug Power and Cummins dominate mid-market with established electrolyzer deployments before Fourier scales.
- Rising electricity costs from data center boom erode Fourier's cost advantage over gray hydrogen.
- Blade degradation in real petrochemical loads could halt commercial pilots and Series B funding.
What makes Fourier unique
- Dynamic Cell Management System optimizes power across modular electrolyzer units in real-time.
- Hydrogen-as-a-Service model charges customers only for produced and consumed hydrogen.
- Modular, data-center-inspired design reduces hydrogen production cost from $13-14/kg to $6-7/kg.
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Growth & Insights and Company News
6 month growth
↓ -5%1 year growth
↓ -2%2 year growth
↑ 33%Emerging from stealth, Fourier has announced an $18.5M Series A funding round led by Paramark Ventures and General Catalyst to debut its on-site, on-demand hydrogen system - a game-changer in how clean energy is produced, stored, and distributed.