Staff PCB Designer, Power Electronics

Company Overview Amperesand is reinventing how the world powers its most critical systems.We are facing a once-in-a-generation opportunity for infrastructure disruption. Electricity demand is skyrocketing, driven by AI factories, electric vehicles, and modern industrial growth. Energy supply is shifting to incorporate a more diverse mix of resources - including solar, gas, and batteries - at a massive scale.And yet the power infrastructure behind our latest mega-projects hasn't meaningfully changed in nearly 100 years. Supply chains for today's infrastructure equipment can't match the pace and sophistication of critical energy projects. Ampersand is building hardware and software that rewrites this broken power infrastructure playbook to support a new era of energy abundance.We've built a new class of intelligent, software-defined power infrastructure products leveraging a decade of advanced medium voltage Solid State Transformer research that's now ready for commercial deployment.Our products and solutions go far beyond the capabilities of traditional electrical equipment. We make power systems that are faster to deploy, dramatically smaller and more efficient, and capable of supporting modern, dynamic energy needs for tomorrow's most demanding energy consumers.Scalable in-house advanced manufacturing capability is our foundation for meeting timeline and quality expectation to serve infrastructure customers around the world.Amperesand is led by breakthrough energy hardware development veterans and funded by top tier investors who share our vision of building a category-defining energy technology company.With hubs in San Francisco, Reno, and Singapore, our global team is laser focused on building foundational technology to solve the most pressing problems in power infrastructure at scale.Join us in building the power foundation of the future!*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" data-turn-id="request-WEB:26f0675d-12e7-4d0b-8b40-c298d869d3ea-3" data-testid="conversation-turn-8" data-scroll-anchor="true" data-turn="assistant">Role Summary We are seeking an experienced PCB Designer to support the development of medium-voltage (MV) power electronics products. This role focuses on high-energy, high-voltage PCB layouts where clearance and creepage (C&C), insulation coordination, and safety compliance are critical.The ideal candidate has deep hands-on experience designing MV/HV boards and understands the safety, manufacturability, and compliance requirements unique to power electronics. You will partner closely with power electronics engineers, manufacturing partners, and supply chain teams to deliver safe, reliable, and production-ready designs.Responsibilities:PCB Layout & MV Design ExecutionDesign and develop PCB layouts for MV power electronics systems, including high-voltage, high-current, and high-power-density applicationsApply and enforce clearance and creepage (C&C) requirements, including slotting, cutouts, coating considerations, and material selectionImplement insulation coordination strategies based on system voltage, pollution degree, overvoltage category, and applicable safety standardsDesign with strong consideration for thermal performance, current density, electric field control, and partial discharge riskSupport multi-layer, heavy copper, and mixed-signal power/control board designsManufacturing Documentation & Production ReleaseGenerate and release complete manufacturing packages, including Gerber files, drill files, stackups, fabrication notes, and assembly drawingsDefine PCB fabrication constraints related to high-voltage spacing, materials, and tolerancesCollaborate with PCB fabricators and contract manufacturers during prototype and production buildsResolve HV-related DFM issues and ensure smooth transition from design to manufacturingBOM Management & Component EngineeringCreate, maintain, and manage BOMs for MV power electronics assembliesVerify component electrical ratings, insulation systems, packages, and PCB footprintsIdentify, evaluate, and qualify alternate components while maintaining required voltage and insulation marginsSupport sourcing discussions with procurement and supply chain teamsDrive parts consolidation initiatives without compromising HV safety complianceAssess lifecycle, availability, and obsolescence risksCompliance & Cross-Functional CollaborationParticipate in design reviews with a focus on HV safety, C&C compliance, and manufacturabilitySupport regulatory and safety compliance efforts (UL, IEC, and internal HV standards)Assist with ECOs, layout revisions, and documentation controlSupport prototype bring-up, validation testing, and transition to productionQualifications:Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, or related field (or equivalent experience)5+ years of PCB design experience, including direct experience in MV or HV power electronicsStrong hands-on expertise in clearance and creepage (C&C) design and insulation coordinationProficiency with PCB CAD tools (Altium Designer, Cadence Allegro/OrCAD, or equivalent)Deep understanding of PCB fabrication and assembly processes for high-voltage designsExperience generating production-ready documentation packagesPractical experience with BOM management and component sourcingFamiliarity with HV safety standards such as IEC 60664, IEC 61800, UL 508, UL 840, or similarBonus Qualifications:Experience with conformal coating, potting, encapsulation, and insulation systemsKnowledge of partial discharge mitigation and electric field control techniquesExperience working directly with PCB fabricators on HV-specific constraintsExposure to power topologies such as inverters, converters, drives, or MV power suppliesExceptional attention to detail in safety-critical layout environmentsStrong documentation discipline and cross-functional communication skillsPlease note: This role requires working on-site 5 days a week. We do not offer hybrid or remote options. Pay Disclosure & BenefitsCompensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law. The benefits outlined below apply exclusively to employees located in the United States.Competitive Salary + Incentive Stock Options Medical, vision, and dental benefits for employees and their dependents, effective from the start of hireCompany paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insuranceEmployees receive paid time off (PTO), paid sick days, and paid company holidays so they can rest, recharge, and take care of their health and personal needs.Commuter Benefits 6-12 weeks 100% paid parental leaveSingapore-based employees receive benefits in accordance with local government provisions.Equal Employment Opportunity Amperesand is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information or characteristics, physical or mental disability, marital/domestic partner status, age, military/veteran status, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law. Amperesand is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.

Created: 2026-04-02