Power Electronics Failure Analysis Engineer

Objective The Power Electronics Failure Analysis Engineer is responsible for investigating complex hardware and system failures across Alpitronic's DC fast-charging products. This role performs hands-on electrical and component-level analysis of field returns and production units to identify root causes, validate corrective actions, and improve product reliability.

Working closely with R&D, Quality, Production, Service, Logistics and Procurement, this engineer will translate failure data into actionable product and process improvements. The ideal candidate combines strong power-electronics expertise with hands-on troubleshooting experience in high-voltage systems and is comfortable communicating technical findings to both engineering teams and customers.

Responsibilities Failure Analysis & Root Cause

• Perform detailed electrical, component and system-level failure analysis on DC fast-charging equipment, field returns and production units.
• Reproduce failures through structured laboratory testing and isolate root causes using electrical measurements, system data, schematics and diagnostic tools.
• Apply structured problem-solving methodologies such as 8D, FMEA, RCA and fault-tree analysis.
• Distinguish between design, component, manufacturing, supplier, installation and field-related failure modes.

Testing & Corrective Action

• Develop test methods to reproduce failures and validate proposed corrective actions.
• Recommend repair strategies, product improvements and preventive actions based on analysis findings.
• Partner with Engineering and Quality to validate corrective actions before implementation.
• Support continuous improvement of diagnostic procedures, test equipment and analysis methods.

Product & Field Reliability

• Analyze recurring failure trends across field and production populations.
• Use failure data to identify systemic reliability risks and prioritize investigations.
• Support analysis of high-voltage power electronics including power modules, converters, contactors, control electronics, communication interfaces and related components.
• Provide technical support for complex customer escalations when deeper engineering analysis is required.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with R&D, Product Quality, Production, Service, Procurement and Logistics to resolve complex product issues.
• Work with suppliers when component-level failures require additional investigation or corrective action.
• Document findings through technical reports, 8Ds and other structured analysis documentation.
• Present findings and recommendations to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in electrical engineering, or a related field preferred.
• 3+ years of experience with failure analysis techniques, such as FMEA, 8D or RCA.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Experience with quality control and/or manufacturing processes is a plus.
• Experience in power electronics development and/or failure analysis.

Necessary Experience

• In-depth knowledge of power electronics, repairing equipment and power electronic components in a high voltage environment.
• Experience in solar inverters, UPS, energy storage, motor drives, industrial automation or high-voltage power supplies.

Alpitronic is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Alpitronic provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Alpitronic complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please let us know.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship may be available for select roles.

Compensation for this role will be based on experience, location, and market conditions. A salary range will be provided where required by law.

WHY ALPITRONIC Together with our customers, we are driving the world towards sustainable mobility – with cutting-edge technology, we inspire with the most innovative and reliable solutions. With our roots in South Tyrol, we are market and innovation leaders and set the future charging infrastructure standards from our locations in Bolzano/Bozen, Bergamo, Bologna, Munich and Charlotte (USA).

WHAT MAKES WORKING FOR US SPECIAL We are excited to meet individuals who are enthusiastic about making things happen, take personal responsibility and appreciate seeing the direct results of their work in the final product. We are a fast-growing company and offer our top teams a diverse and challenging range of tasks in a respectful corporate culture. Your contributions matter, are appreciated and have a significant impact! Join us and be part of our team!