Full-Time
Director of Power Electronics Engineering
Fourier
51-200 employees
Engineering clean energy solutions at scale
Compensation Overview
₹6M - ₹9M/yr
Hyderabad, Telangana, India
In Person
Bachelor's, Master's, PhD
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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.
- Demonstrated expertise in 480V three-phase AC power distribution, AC/DC rectification, and isolating low-voltage instrumentation networks from high-voltage noise is required.
- Demonstrated ability to perform root cause analysis and system optimization 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, Controller Area Network, and Profinet to ensure seamless system operation.
- Lead the design of electrical systems for hazardous environments, including Class I Division 1/2 and ATEX locations, and 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, including schematic design, printed circuit board layout, simulation, hardware validation, and design reviews.
- An M.S. or Ph.D. focused 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
- The India pilot opens a large market where grid reliability drives storage demand.
- Hiring across Mountain View and Hyderabad signals active engineering buildout, not retrenchment.
- Recent investor backing and public activity show continued momentum after stealth exit.
What critics are saying
- Plug Power, Air Liquide, and others sell proven electrolyzer stacks with larger balance sheets.
- Industrial pilots can stall after demonstrations; Fourier still lacks disclosed commercial deployments or revenue.
- Hydrogen economics remain brutal; one delayed customer win can starve Fourier before scale.
What makes Fourier unique
- Fourier's on-site hydrogen system targets generation and storage without pipelines or transport.
- April 2025’s $18.5M Series A from General Catalyst and Paramark funded manufacturing scale-up.
- June 2026 Gujarat pilot with Payal Industrial Park validates industrial, distributed hydrogen storage.
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6 month growth
↓ -5%1 year growth
↓ -4%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.