Lead Engineer

ABOUT ADVANCED ENERGY

Advanced Energy (Nasdaq: AEIS) is a global leader in the design and manufacturing of highly engineered, precision power conversion, measurement and control solutions for mission-critical applications and processes. AE’s power solutions enable customer innovation in complex applications for a wide range of industries including semiconductor equipment, industrial, manufacturing, telecommunications, data center computing and healthcare. Advanced Energy has devoted four decades to perfecting power for its global customers and is headquartered in Denver, Colorado.

WHY BE A PART OF ADVANCED ENERGY?

Some people say it’s like working in the best of two worlds. We operate like an agile, growing, small company – you can see your work make a difference to the company every day. Things move quickly and you can see and feel it. At the same time, we’re a global company founded in 1981 and have been publicly traded for more than 28 years. We have a strong cash position, deep trust and partnership with leading customers, a global best-in-class operations capability, and a proven leadership team. We have a track record and resources to make things happen both organically and inorganically. Being part of a nimble company with a solid foundation attracts team members that are capable, driven and like a challenge. Our employees collaborate and know how to have fun inventing, working, building and winning together. At our core, we are Advanced Energy – powering the future, together.

POSITION SUMMARY:

We are seeking a Lead Electrical / Power Electronics Engineer to serve as a technical authority for advanced high-voltage, high-power power electronics systems used in semiconductor and industrial applications. This role is focused on system architecture, platform strategy, and complex problem solving across multiple products.

As a Lead Engineer, you will operate with broad autonomy and influence, guiding technical direction, setting engineering standards, and solving the most challenging power electronics problems in the organization. Success in this role is defined by system robustness, scalability, and long-term technology impact—not short-term firefighting.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Technical Leadership & Architecture

• Define system-level architectures for high-voltage, high-power, digitally controlled switch-mode power supplies
• Lead design trade-offs across topology, control strategy, magnetics, insulation, and thermal design
• Establish best practices and design standards for power electronics and high-voltage systems across product lines

Advanced Design & Development

• Develop and validate advanced simulation models for complex power systems, including plasma and highly dynamic loads
• Guide digital power control strategies, working with firmware and control teams on stability, performance, and robustness
• Provide deep technical expertise in root-cause analysis of complex electrical, control, and reliability issues

Product & System Ownership

• Provide technical oversight for multiple products or platforms from concept through production and field deployment
• Partner with product management, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain to ensure scalable and manufacturable designs
• Lead technical risk assessment and ensure compliance with applicable safety, EMC, and regulatory standards
• Cross-Functional & External Engagement
• Act as a senior technical interface with key customers, suppliers, and partners on system-level challenges
• Influence technology roadmaps and long-term platform strategies in collaboration with engineering leadership

Mentorship & Influence

• Mentor senior and junior engineers, raising the technical bar across the organization
• Lead design and architecture reviews, providing clear technical direction without direct people management

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Location: Fort Collins, CO
• Environment: Combination of office, laboratory, and cleanroom environments supporting advanced power systems development
• Approximately 10% travel for targeted customer engagement, supplier collaboration, and system integration

QUALIFICATIONS:

Technical Expertise

• Expert-level experience in high-voltage and high-power switch-mode power supply (SMPS) design
• Strong background in digitally controlled power systems using DSPs, microcontrollers, or FPGAs
• Deep understanding of power conversion topologies, magnetics, insulation systems, thermal design, and high-voltage safety
• Experience applying safety, EMC, and regulatory requirements in semiconductor or industrial environments

Professional Capabilities

• Proven ability to operate autonomously and make architecture-level technical decisions
• Demonstrated ownership of complex systems across multiple product generations
• Exceptional analytical and troubleshooting skills for ambiguous, cross-disciplinary problems
• Ability to influence technical direction across teams without formal authority
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Fluent English communication (C2 proficiency preferred)

EXPERIENCE:

• 8+ years of progressive experience in power electronics or electrical engineering product development (6 years with a Master’s degree)
• Experience in semiconductor capital equipment, plasma systems, industrial power, or high-voltage applications strongly preferred

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or closely related field (required)
• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering with a focus on Power Electronics or Control Systems (preferred)

COMPENSATION:                            

As required by multiple state pay transparency laws, Advanced Energy provides a reasonable range of compensation for each job posting.  Actual compensation is influenced by an array of factors including, but not limited to, skill set, level of experience, and specific office location.  The range of starting pay for this role is $115,000 to $185,000 per year.   

BENEFITS:

As part of our total rewards philosophy, we believe in offering and maintaining competitive compensation and benefits programs for our employees to attract and retain a talented, highly engaged workforce. Our compensation programs are focused on equitable, fair pay practices including market-based base pay, an annual pay-for-performance incentive plan, and discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan. 

In addition to our competitive compensation practices, we offer a strong benefits package in each of the countries in which we operate. In the U.S., we offer a rich benefits package that includes:

• Medical - multiple medical plans are available to choose from
• Short and long-term disability and life insurance
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts
• Generous time off policy starting with 3 weeks of paid vacation, 7 days of paid sick time, and 12 paid holidays
• 8 hours of paid volunteer time off
• 8 weeks of paid parental leave for both Moms and Dads
• Company matched 401(k)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Expanded mental health coverage and employee assistance programs  
• Other voluntary benefits include critical illness, accident and hospital indemnity, pet insurance, identify theft, and legal assistance

Advanced Energy is committed to diversity in its workforce including Equal Employment Opportunity for Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities. 

Advanced Energy is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our job application process/procedures for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance in completing an Advanced Energy application, please reach out to [email protected].

Applications will be accepted through 5/31/2026, unless the position is filled prior to this date. The company reserves the right to review applications at any point after they are submitted.