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Power Systems Design Engineer

Sensata

·

May 6, 2026

Salary
$96k – $132k
Location
Dynapower South Burlington, VT, United States of America
Type
Full-time
Department
Engineering
Education
Bachelor
Source
Workday

Description

The Power Systems Design Engineer at Dynapower, Part of Sensata Technologies, is responsible for designing, developing, modifying, and evaluating power conversion equipment and associated electronic components, controls, and transformers.

General Responsibilities
• Key participant in creating designs within inter-disciplinary teams to address complex product design and manufacturing challenges
• Collaborates on feasibility studies and testing on new and modified designs
• Organizes development testing, engineering analysis, qualification testing, production launch
• Key participant in failure analysis investigations and engineering evaluations
• Maintains product documentation (drawings and specifications) and lessons including; producing design reports, test reports, operating manuals and test procedures
• Collaborates with senior engineers/managers to engage with customers in soliciting product specifications requirements, schedule expectations and budget

Experience / Qualifications

• A university degree required (i.e. Bachelors degree) or equivalent relevant work experience
• Must be a team player able to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to handle multiple competing tasks and demands
• Strong communication skills; oral, written and presentation
• Strong organization, planning and time management skills to achieve results
• Strong personal and professional ethical values and integrity
• Holds self-accountable to achieving goals and standards
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)
• Strong interpersonal & collaboration skills to work effectively with all levels of the organization including suppliers and/or external customers

Additional Responsibilities:

  • Develop and maintain electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and assembly drawings using AutoCAD Electrical.

  • Document design work, test results, and software versions in accordance with engineering standards and company procedures.

  • Design and implement PLC and HMI software applications for control, monitoring, and automation of power electronic systems.

  • Contribute to the development of custom product software, including firmware and specialized applications for unique customer solutions.

  • Support electronic board development.

  • Support system commissioning, field upgrades, and customer technical requests.

Additional Qualifications:

  • Experience with C/C++, Python, or structured text programming for control applications.

  • Knowledge of embedded software/firmware development and electronic board-level integration.

  • Familiarity with power conversion systems (rectifiers, inverters, choppers, UPS, energy storage, or renewable applications) strongly preferred.

  • Knowledge of communication protocols (Modbus, Ethernet/IP, ProfiNet, etc.).

  • Understanding of UL, CE, and IEEE standards applicable to power electronic equipment.

  • Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to work with oscilloscopes, multimeters, and other diagnostic tools.

  • Knowledge or experience with AI‑assisted engineering tools.

  • Experience with electrical simulation tools.

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Base Salary Range:

$95,920.00 - $131,890.00

At Sensata, our employees are the key to our success and growth.  We recognize that each individual brings their own unique experience, therefore the base salary range information shown above is a general guideline only.  Sensata considers several factors when extending an offer, including, but not limited to, a candidate’s experience and qualifications, as well as internal equity, market and business considerations. In addition to base salary, Sensata offers competitive medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance plans, along with education reimbursement, wellness programs, a 401(k) retirement plan with Company matching, and a variety of paid time off, such as vacation or flex-time, sick, bereavement, and parental leave. Certain positions are also eligible for short-term incentive and long-term incentive programs.

This position requires eligibility to obtain authorization under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Non-US Persons, as defined in the ITAR and EAR, may not be eligible to obtain authorization.

SmarterTogether

  • Collaborating at Sensata means working with some of the world’s most talented people in an enriching environment that is constantly pushing towards the next best thing

  • Employees work across functions, countries and cultures gaining new perspectives through mutual respect and open communication

  •  As OneSensata, we are working together to make things work together 

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Skills

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