Controls Engineer, Power Electronics

About Harbinger

Harbinger is an American commercial electric vehicle (EV) company on a mission to transform an industry starving for innovation. Harbinger’s best-in-class team of EV, battery, and drivetrain experts have pooled their deep experience to bring a first-of-its-kind EV platform to support the growing demand for medium-duty EVs and Hybrids. Harbinger: Familiar Form, Revolutionary Foundation.

Role Overview

As the Controls Engineer, you will serve as the technical leader for our power electronics control systems. Joining our multi-disciplinary engineering team, you will drive the modeling, development, and validation of advanced embedded controls for high-power solid-state conv erters and inverters. Your expertise will directly impact the reliability and efficiency of our medium-duty EV platform's charging and drivetrain systems.

California Pay Range

$160,000 - $200,000 USD

Responsibilities

Lead the development an d implementation of advanced control algorithms for high-power electronics, including AC-DC, DC-DC, AFE, and multi-level inverters.; Design mode l-based embedded control architectures using MATLAB/Simulink and validate them utilizing Typhoon HIL and real-time platforms.; Manage and oversee the firmware engineering lifecycle for power electronics, from C/C++ development to hardware-software integration.; Drive system reliability and quality improvements across solid-state converter designs utilizing Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) methodologies.; Collaborate with battery and integration teams to implement fast DC charging protocols (e.g., CCS, NACS) and ensure seamless BMS integration.

Requirements

10+ years of experience in power electronics, solid-state converters, and embedded control systems.; Proficiency in model-based design (MATLAB/Simulink), HIL validation (Typhoon), and microcontroller programming (C/C++, TI C2000).; Strong understanding of high-power converter topologies (DAB, resonant converters) and advanced inverter control strategies.; Excellent technical leadership skills with a proven history of managing complex R&D projects and multi-disciplinary teams.; Master's or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics, or equivalent practical experience.

Nice to have

Experience working with megawatt-scale EV charging infrastructure and energy storage control systems.; Familiarity with automotive communication protocols (CAN, J1939) and relevant safety standards (UL 3141, IEC 62619).; Proven track record of scaling high-voltage power electronics systems (480V+) from initial architecture to production.; Advanced certification in Design for Six Sigma (DFSS).

Benefits

Comprehensive Health, Dental & Vision (HDV) – 100% employee covered; Early-stage Stock Options; Robust Retirement Savings (401k, HSA, FSA); Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) & Parental Leave; Annual Vacation Bonus; Wellness & Fertility Benefits; Cell Phone Stipend; Complimentary Meals & Stocked Kitchens