Project Engineer, Green Power Electronics

Published on: September 21, 2010

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Nextek Power Systems Published: September 21, 2010
Location
Detroit , Michigan
Skill Level
Mid Level, Mid Level
Job Type
Full-time
Categories
Energy / Engineering
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Description

Nextek Power Systems, Inc. is a pioneer in direct current (DC) power networks for buildings. The Nextek Direct Coupling® power distribution platform delivers superior efficiency, flexibility, and reliability to interior electrical circuits and on-site power generation.

  • Lowers overall power consumption
  • Boosts on-site power generation efficiency by 10% to 50%
  • Improves use of on-site stored power by 20% to 30%
  • Adapts to changing interiors at zero change over cost
  • Renders electrical circuits uninterr uptible at low cost

Position Overview:

The Engineer will be responsible for the development and oversight of specifications for power electronics systems and components. The individual will evaluate appropriate UL and/or National Electric Code (NEC) or other safety agency specific requirements and ensure the component specifications will meet these necessary requirements.  During the design process and preparation for manufacture, the individual will also be responsible for managing the product through the appropriate safety agency approval process.

Responsibility:

  • Responsible for the flow down requirement and implementation of concepts in the field of AC and DC Power Conversion.
  • Development of requirements from customers and safety agencies
  • Use excellent technical writing skills.
  • Participate in design reviews, monitor and address any design changes associated to changes in specification, taking care to foresee and prevent unintended consequences.
  • Continue project oversight from conception to manufacturing.
  • Continually improve Nextek's overall project specification management system.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or higher
  • Experience with technical writing and specifications
  • Knowledge and experience evaluating and preparing product specifications and product performance test procedures or plans.
  • Knowledge of UL/CE standards for testing and rating power electronics a plus
  • Experience designing electrical systems that comply with North American and International codes and standards
  • Highly proficient Project Management skills
  • Superior interpersonal skills
  • Possess unrestricted authorization to work in the United States
  • Excellent documentation and communication skills
  • Effective interaction with other engineering disciplines skills a must

Compensation: Base Pay: $50,000 - $60,000 /Year

To Apply: 

Please fax resume. 

Nextek Power Systems
461 Burroughs Street
Detroit, MI 48202

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