Power Electronics Controls Engineer

Life Cycle Engineering
flexible benefit account, sick time, 401(k), remote work
United States, Pennsylvania, Philadelphia
4900 South Broad Street (Show on map)
Mar 29, 2025
Power Electronics Controls Engineer Overview At Life Cycle Engineering, we're passionate about innovation and creativity. We're looking for a talented Power Electronics Controls Engineer to join our team in Philadelphia, PA. This is your chance to help design and test advanced electrical power systems for the next generation of US Navy ships-making a direct impact on cutting-edge naval technology. Why You'll Love Working With Us Make an Impact: Be a key player in developing technologies that shape the future of naval operations. Innovative Environment: Collaborate with forward-thinking professionals in a vibrant, fast-paced setting. Growth Opportunities: Expand your skills with challenging projects and professional development opportunities. Hybrid Work Experience: Enjoy the benefits of on-site collaboration in Philadelphia with the flexibility of occasional remote work. What You'll Do Innovate and Design: Develop and refine state-of-the-art power electronic technologies and control systems for naval applications. Collaborate and Troubleshoot: Work closely with a dynamic team to define project requirements, analyze complex systems, and implement effective solutions. Drive Improvement: Use modeling, simulation, and risk assessment techniques to optimize performance and enhance system reliability. Communicate Your Vision: Prepare technical presentations, reports, and briefings for design reviews and collaborative meetings. What's Required? Educational Background: Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical, Computer, or related field) with a focus on power systems or energy applications. Experience: A minimum of 4 years in engineering roles, with hands-on experience in power distribution, 3-phase systems, AC/DC drives, and controllers. Technical Know-How: Familiarity with controls and sensors; experience with motor drives, medium voltage switchgear, or solid-state power conversion is a plus. Security Clearance: Must be a US citizen and eligible to obtain/maintain a DoD Secret security clearance. Extra Credit Previous work with or for the U.S. Navy. Experience in industrial automation, project management, or familiarity with CMMI standards Physical Demands and Expectations Regular physical activities such as walking, climbing stairs, bending, stooping, reaching, standing, and prolonged sitting. Ability to carry up to 30 lbs. and navigate a shipboard environment. Ability to travel up to 25% of the time. This position description represents a summary of the major components and requirements of the outlined job. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned or required as business needs dictate. Questions regarding this description should immediately be addressed to the department manager or to Human Resources. Life Cycle Engineering Life Cycle Engineering (LCE) is a privately held, employee owned company with an emphasis on "doing the right thing the right way", which applies to the way we treat our customers and employees. We are proud to have been recognized as a "Best Place to Work" for 13 years running! Learn more below and at www.lce.com . Mission Our mission is to enable people and organizations to achieve their full potential. As a professional services organization our mission is focused on our clients' people and organizations. It is our company's cornerstone belief that we will not lead the industry in assisting our clients unless we excel at helping our own people and teams reach their full potential. Culture Our corporate culture encourages personal and professional growth because LCE's success depends on the talent, professionalism and commitment of its employees. LCE is a strengths-based organization focused on turning individual talents into strengths and then turning individual strengths into organizational performance that supports our clients' success. Benefits Free Medical/Dental/Vision for Employees, with affordable plans for the whole family. Free Employee Life and Disability Insurance, with supplemental coverage options available. Health Savings Account and Flexible Benefit Account options Company matched 401K & company funded Employee Stock Ownership Program Paid Vacation, Holidays, & Sick Leave Continuing Education & Professional Development Programs at all levels Flexible Schedules & Relaxed Dress code Employer sponsored events, social collaboration, and open communication Free access to an extensive online training library, including certification prep Bonus Program for outstanding contributions, Employee Referral Program, numerous Recognition Opportunities, and more... Benefits may vary by business unit & location. http://www.lce.com/Employee_Benefits_358.html Life Cycle Engineering (LCE) shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that LCE take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. In addition, LCE will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because such employee or applicant has inquired about, discussed, or disclosed the compensation of the employee or applicant or another employee or applicant. LCE shall also abide by the requirements of 29 CFR Part 471, Appendix A.