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Electrical Engineer III

Utah State University
Commensurate with experience
United States, Utah, Logan
Feb 08, 2026


Electrical Engineer III

Requisition ID: 2026-9920
# of Openings: 1
Location: US-UT-Logan
Category: Research (non-Faculty)
Position Type: Benefited Full-Time
Job Classification: Exempt
College: USU Aspire Foundation
Department: ASPIRE Operations
Advertised Salary: Commensurate with experience

Overview
The Electrical Engineer III (EE III) is a mid- to senior-level individual contributor responsible for the design, analysis, and validation of advanced high-power, high-voltage power-electronics systems. This role requires demonstrated experience in PCB design for power converters, hands-on laboratory testing of systems above 20 kW and 1,000 V, and the application of modern power-electronics devices and topologies. The EE III owns discrete design and analysis tasks, works with moderate autonomy, and contributes across multiple projects from concept through validation.

In this role, the EE III designs and analyzes electrical circuits and subsystems, develops and reviews schematics, layouts, and technical documentation, and supports PCB design, bring-up, testing, and validation. The position involves troubleshooting at the circuit and system level and supporting integration with power electronics, embedded controls, and mechanical systems. The EE III applies experience with wide-bandgap devices (SiC, GaN), gate drives, magnetics (inductors and transformers), and EMI/EMC design considerations, and works with converter topologies such as DAB/DAB-SRC, NPC rectifiers, three-level, and multi-port converters. Proficiency with MATLAB/Simulink, LTSpice, PLECS, and ANSYS is required.

The Electrical Engineer III collaborates closely with cross-disciplinary teams and contributes to technical reports, proposals, and sponsor deliverables. Experience with digital control of power electronics (including current and voltage control modes, frequency modulation, microcontrollers, or FPGA-based control), as well as exposure to solid-state transformer technologies or wireless power transfer systems, is highly desirable. This role is ideal for engineers ready to take ownership of complex designs while continuing to grow technical depth and system-level impact.

Responsibilities
  • Design and analyze electrical circuits and subsystems
  • Develop and review schematics, layouts, and technical documentation
  • Support PCB design, bring-up, testing, and validation
  • Troubleshoot electrical and system-level issues
  • Support integration with power electronics, embedded, and mechanical systems
  • Contribute to technical reports, proposals, and sponsor deliverables


Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or closely related field
  • 4-7+ years of electrical engineering experience

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Strongly Preferred: Experience with PCB design for power converters (AC/DC , DC/DC)
  • Strongly Preferred: Testing experience with high power systems, including testing documentation/procedures and safety standards
  • Strongly Preferred: Experience with high power (above 20 kW) and high voltage (+1000V)
  • Strongly Preferred: experience with some of the following identified topologies: DAB, DABSRC, NPC rectifiers, 3-level and multi-port converters
  • Strongly Preferred: experience with wide-band gap devices (GaN, SiC) and gate drive
  • Strongly Preferred: knowledge with software packages MATLAB SimuLink, LTSpice, PLECS, and ANSYS
  • Master's Degree preferred
  • PE Certification
  • Recognized advanced credentials in electrical or power systems engineering
  • EMI/EMC knowledge and design considerations
  • Controls for power electronics is desired (digital, current and voltage modes, frequency modulation, micro-controllers and FPGA)
  • Experience with conventional magnetics (inductors, transformers)
  • Advantage to have experience with solid state transformer technology or wireless power transfer systems


Required Documents
Along with the online application, please attach:
  • Resume/CV to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under "Resume/CV"

**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**

Advertised Salary
Commensurate with experience

ADA
This position requires moderate physical activity. Employees must have sufficient strength to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position including moderate lifting (up to 50 pounds), walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, and squatting. This position requires nearly continuous standing, repetitive hand motions, and reaching overhead. Employees may be exposed to unusual elements including extreme temperatures, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.

College/Department Highlights
The Utah State University ASPIRE Foundation is advancing the future of electrified transportation by translating world-class research into real-world infrastructure, planning, and deployment solutions. Created out of a nationally recognized Utah State University research program, ASPIRE builds on a strong foundation that includes a prestigious National Science Foundation Engineering Research Center award, along with sustained engagement through federal grants, state programs, and private-sector partnerships. Since its formation, ASPIRE has grown significantly in scale and scope, supporting projects and collaborations internationally.

ASPIRE Foundation serves as the implementation and coordination hub for work that extends beyond academic research. The organization brings together professional staff, university partners, industry collaborators, utilities, and public agencies to address system-level challenges such as charging infrastructure development, power and grid integration, corridor-scale planning, and technology demonstration and deployments. ASPIRE is known for its ability to integrate technical analysis, planning, and real-world testing to move concepts to reality and tackle challenges for deployable solutions.

With an experienced professional team and deep university and industry relationships, ASPIRE Foundation operates as a trusted technical partner within the intelligent electrified transportation ecosystem. Its work emphasizes rigor, collaboration, and practical outcomes-supporting infrastructure readiness, workforce development, and long-term system resilience. Joining ASPIRE offers team members the opportunity to help shape infrastructure and energy systems, and contribute to complex and interdisciplinary efforts that will shape the next generation of mobility.

University Highlights
Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah's premier land-grant, public service university. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local, regional, and global communities. USU prepares students to be active, civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a high-quality and affordable education, USU remains a leader in research, discovery, and public impact.

USU enrolls over 29,800 students, both online and in person at locations throughout the state. Utah State's 30 locations include a main campus in Logan, Utah, residential campuses in Price and Blanding, and six additional statewide campuses, along with education centers serving every county. USU educates students from all 50 states and more than 80 countries. For over 100 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns, serving every county in the state.

Competing at the NCAA Division I level, USU is a proud member of the Mountain West Conference and will join the Pac-12 Conference beginning in the 2026-2027 season. The Aggies' long-standing tradition of athletic and academic excellence is exemplified by recent Mountain West regular-season and tournament championships in women's volleyball, three consecutive Mountain West tournament titles in women's soccer conference championships, and a first-ever conference championship for gymnastics, reflecting USU's commitment to perseverance and achievement.

Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected, valued, and supported and where diversity of thought and culture are cultivated. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Forbes recognized our commitment to employees when they named Utah State the best employer in Utah in 2023. Learn more about USU.

The university provides a Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and a reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university's ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at (435) 797-0122 or hr@usu.edu .

*updated 12/2025

https://careers-usu.icims.com/jobs/9920/electrical-engineer-iii/job?in_iframe=1

Notice of Non-discrimination
In its programs and activities, including in admissions and employment, Utah State University does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state, or local law.

The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USUs non-discrimination policies:
Executive Director of the Office of Equity Matthew Pinner, discrimination@usu.edu, Distance Education Rm. 401, 435-797-1266
Title IX Coordinator Matthew Pinner, titleix@usu.edu, Distance Education Rm. 404, 435-797-1266
Mailing address: 5100 Old Main Hill, Logan, Ut 84322
For further information regarding non-discrimination, please visit https://equity.usu.edu/, or contact:
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