Lead hardware Design Engineer

Cork, County Cork, Ireland • Full-time

Lead Hardware Design Engineer at Advanced Energy

Advanced Energy, Cork, Ireland — Responses managed off LinkedIn

Advanced Energy Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ: AEIS) empowers innovation across the world’s most advanced semiconductor and industrial applications. We design and manufacture precision power and control solutions that enable breakthrough technologies in thin film deposition, industrial manufacturing, and medical power systems. Advanced Energy fosters innovation, collaboration, and career growth.

We are seeking a highly skilled and driven Lead Engineer to drive a multidisciplinary design team through AE’s Product Development Process to create new-to-world technology and differentiated products within the medical industry. Engineering in Cork focuses on developing next-generation concepts for electrosurgery generators, including pulsed electric field technologies, ablation treatments, and other surgical energy applications. The role also includes exploring high-efficiency power supply architectures for advanced applications in industry.

The ideal candidate will combine deep technical expertise in power electronics or other relevant areas with strong product development, test and manufacturing experience, fostering innovation and guiding a team of engineers toward breakthrough solutions within budget and on schedule.

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• Lead, mentor, and inspire a multidisciplinary team of engineers
  
• Drive career development through coaching, training, and performance management
  
• Cultivate a culture of innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence
  
• Contribute to the conception and development of advanced electrosurgical generators and related technologies
  
• Explore emerging technologies in power electronics, surgical energy delivery, and high-efficiency power conversion
  
• Translate research insights into practical prototypes and future product concepts
  

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• Design and analysis of systems, products, and subsystems/circuits to specification, cost, budget, schedule, and quality goals
  
• Diagnose issues of diverse scope with design, field performance, reliability, and test yields; recommend/implement corrective actions
  
• Assume responsibility for the success of the product/system in customer applications and implement necessary actions
  
• Follow key engineering procedures, including Product Development Process and Engineering Change Order processes
  
• Collaborate with Advanced Development Engineers to review technology readiness to launch new products
  
• Collaborate with other development teams on larger products and with departments such as New Product Implementation, purchasing, quality, program management, finance, safety, production, etc.
  
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and safety standards for medical devices
  
• Provide guidance on power electronics design, control strategies, and system integration
  
• Evaluate and implement cutting-edge technologies for surgical energy applications
  
• Drive critical thinking and problem-solving across complex engineering challenges
  
• Work in a standard office environment; domestic and international travel up to 10%
  

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• Proven track record of developing power electronics prototypes and products
  
• Experience influencing and negotiating in complex situations
  
• Advanced knowledge of power conversion topologies, high-frequency switching, and control systems
  
• Familiarity with electrosurgical technologies, pulsed electric fields, or ablation xcfaprz systems is highly desirable
  
• Strong problem-solving abilities and the ability to work independently
  
• Ability to manage multiple projects and strategic priorities; strong coaching and mentoring skills
  
• Strategic thinker with a passion for innovation and technology exploration
  
• Well organized, disciplined, and a strong team player
  
• Technical and people leadership qualities; ability to make independent decisions with initiative and tact
  
• Thrives in a fast-paced R&D environment
  
• Minimum bachelor’s degree in electronic engineering or similar field; ideally a PhD or master’s in electrical engineering, power electronics, or related field
  
• Minimum 8+ years in highly technical design and development, preferably in medical or high-reliability systems
  
• Show progression of technical responsibilities and creation of IP in previous roles
  

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• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies in the medical industry and beyond
  
• A collaborative, innovative, and inclusive work environment
  
• Competitive compensation and benefits
  
• Global and local career development opportunities