Electrical Engineer - Power & High-Voltage Systems
Company: MyHR, LLC.
Location: San Francisco
Posted on: February 16, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Company Description A
venture-backed defense technology company is developing rugged,
edge-deployed directed-energy platforms for counter-unmanned aerial
systems. This is a hands-on role focused on designing and
validating battery and high-voltage power electronics that move
quickly from prototype to field deployment. Job Description Key
Responsibilities Design high-voltage DC/DC converters, diode
drivers, rectifiers, inverters, and power distribution/control
circuits Perform electrical simulations using SPICE or
MATLAB/Simulink to optimize efficiency and reliability Develop
embedded and mixed-signal electronics integrating microcontrollers
and FPGAs for telemetry, protection, and fault handling Design and
validate battery management and rapid-discharge power systems with
strong thermal considerations Create rugged wire harnesses and
select connectors/cabling for high-power environments Drive
hands-on prototyping, bring-up, and environmental/vibration/shock
testing Conduct DFM reviews and collaborate with suppliers to
ensure manufacturability and quality Produce schematics, BOMs, and
wiring documentation while ensuring compliance with safety and
export regulations Partner with mechanical, optical, and controls
teams for full system integration Qualifications Required
Qualifications 2–5 years of experience in electrical or power
electronics engineering (aerospace, defense, robotics, or similar)
Proficiency with Altium Designer , SPICE , and/or MATLAB/Simulink
Experience with high-voltage electronics, battery management
systems, and diode driver circuits Hands-on experience with rugged
electronics assembly and integration Familiarity with thermal
management and EMI/EMC considerations BS or MS in Electrical
Engineering, Power Electronics, or related field Must be a U.S.
Citizen or Permanent Resident Nice to Have Experience deploying
hardware in harsh or remote environments Familiarity with MIL-STD
specifications and export compliance EMI/EMC shielding and
mitigation experience Active or obtainable security clearance
Additional Information Work Environment: Fast-paced,
hardware-focused engineering culture with frequent lab and field
testing and close cross-disciplinary collaboration. information
will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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