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Analog Power Design Engineer
Job Description
Location: McLeansville, NC
Employment Type: Full-Time, Contract
Are you an experienced electrical engineer with a passion for designing advanced power systems? CPI is seeking an Analog Power Design Engineer to join a cross-functional team developing innovative undersea communication systems. In this role, you’ll take ownership of complex power system designs, troubleshoot challenging problems, and contribute to projects that make a real-world impact.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and develop high-voltage DC power systems and modules.
- Apply expertise in multiple power topologies, from small converters to kilowatt-scale systems.
- Conduct circuit design, mixed signal analysis, and instrumentation development.
- Perform feedback and control system design, power system architecture, and grounding.
- Develop and test isolated switching converters and address transmission line effects.
- Apply EMI testing and control methods (MIL-STD-461, FCC, IDE, VDE).
- Use CAD tools and specialized lab equipment (spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, etc.) for design, analysis, and troubleshooting.
- Write specifications, requirements, and verification procedures for complex systems.
- Lead design teams and collaborate across disciplines to drive innovation in electronics design.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, or related field, plus 8 years of relevant experience;or Master’s degree plus 6 years of relevant experience.
- U.S. Citizenship is required due to government contract requirements.
Preferred Skills
- High-voltage applications, power transmission, and HVDC technology.
- Magnetics design and high-speed design.
- Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to isolate failure points.
- Research & Development experience with advanced proficiency in testing and circuit card analysis.
- Experience writing specifications and requirements for electronic systems.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills in technical team environments.
- Ability to travel as needed.
Important Notes
- U.S. Citizenship required for this government contract.
- No third-party applicants will be considered.
Why Join CPI?
- Exciting, research-driven projects with real-world impact.
- Opportunities for ongoing learning and career development.
- CPI offers competitive perks and incentives that are tailored to each contract position.
Contract Professionals, Inc. (CPI), founded by an Air Force veteran, is an award-winning staffing firm connecting top talent with leading employers in defense, aerospace, and mobility industries.
Meet Your Recruiter
Joe Fisher
Technical Recruiter
I am a seasoned Technical Recruiter and retired U.S. Army Human Resources Specialist with two decades of experience building high-performing teams within government and defense; holding active Secret Clearance. Recognized for demonstrating a natural aptitude for directing the full recruiting cycle while providing the optimal candidate and stakeholder experience, as well as for building robust candidate pipelines and relationship networks to proactively meet hiring and staffing needs.
Currently, I am a Technical Recruiter with Contract Professionals Inc. I conduct full cycle recruiting, sourcing specialized engineering and IT positions for civilians and veterans, while piloting the successful placement of qualified candidates into approved government projects and programs. In addition, I liaise with senior leadership, business partners, and hiring teams to ensure the company’s recruitment support structure is driving the business forward with minimal expenditures.
Colleagues describe me as a loyal, progressive, driven, down-to-earth, strategic and innovative recruiting expert who can be relied on to offer superior human resources solutions for complex corporate challenges.