Hardware Validation Systems Developer

What to ExpectJoin Heron Power, a pioneering startup dedicated to revolutionizing power electronics for the modern grid. Our mission is to accelerate the electrification of everything by developing scalable, innovative, and cost-effective hardware solutions that address the challenges of electricity generation and consumption.Our initial focus is on designin…

Join Our Team as a System Integration EngineerAt Heron Power, we are pioneering advanced power electronics designed for the modern grid. Our mission is to eliminate barriers to electricity generation and consumption through scalable, innovative, and cost-effective hardware solutions that accelerate the electrification of everything.We are focusing our initial efforts on developing superior converters (inverters and rectifiers) that seamlessly connect large-scale renewable energy sources, storage systems, and high-demand loads like data centers to the grid. Our leadership team comprises experienced professionals who have successfully designed and delivered gigawatts of power conversion solutions over the last decade.We believe in collaborative learning and aim to foster an enriching environment where personal, technical, and career development thrives. Expect to work in a dynamic setting, where first-principles engineering drives us to tackle challenging problems with a hands-on approach.About the RoleAs a System Integration Engineer specializing in Thermal and Fluid systems, you will be instrumental in architecting, designing, and operating test infrastructures that validate our thermal systems for grid-connected converters.This role encompasses the entire development lifecycle, including: design reviews, failure mode analysis, test strategy formulation, bench design/build, test execution, data analysis, root cause investigations, and implementing verified fixes. You will identify design and process issues through physical testing and the development of automated test equipment and data workflows.If you are passionate about building capabilities from the ground up, enjoy lab work, and want your contributions to influence rapid iterations, this position is perfect for you.

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What to ExpectHeron Power is an innovative startup focused on pioneering power electronics designed for the modern electric grid. Our mission is to alleviate the challenges associated with the growth of electricity generation and consumption through scalable, inventive, and cost-effective hardware solutions, propelling the electrification of various sectors.Our primary objective is to develop superior converters (inverters & rectifiers) that seamlessly connect large-scale renewable energy sources, storage systems, and electrical loads to the grid. Our leadership team consists of industry veterans who have successfully designed and launched gigawatts of power conversion products over the past decade.At Heron, we believe in collaborative learning, where every team member contributes to and benefits from shared knowledge. We are committed to fostering an enriching environment that supports personal, technical, and career development. In this dynamic workplace, you will engage in first-principles engineering, tackling complex challenges with a strong emphasis on practical execution and experiential learning.Job OverviewTo ensure the reliability of our products, we rely on high-quality testing infrastructure.As a Power Electronics Test Engineer – Automated Systems, you will be responsible for developing the automated hardware testing infrastructure necessary for validating and scaling production—from functional circuit testing at the PCBA level to subsystem validation, end-of-line system testing, and the creation of test systems for high-volume manufacturing of low-voltage electronics and high-power converter assemblies.You will be tasked with designing and delivering fully automated test cells that integrate power hardware, instrumentation, control software, and data pipelines into dependable, repeatable engineering and production tools.This role encompasses the entire lifecycle from:test requirements → coverage strategy → test architecture → fixture/bench design → automation software → deployment → sustainment → regression and continuous improvement.If you enjoy transforming the need for testing into reliable systems that engineering and manufacturing teams can trust, you will thrive in this role.

What to ExpectHeron Power is a dynamic startup revolutionizing the power electronics landscape for the modern grid. Our mission is to alleviate the constraints on electricity generation and consumption by delivering innovative, scalable, and cost-effective hardware solutions, thus accelerating the global electrification movement.Our initial focus is on creating advanced converters (inverters & rectifiers) that seamlessly connect large-scale renewable energy sources, storage, and consumer loads to the electrical grid. Led by a team of industry veterans who have successfully designed and launched gigawatts of power conversion products, we are poised to make a significant impact in the energy sector.At Heron, we foster a culture of collaboration where no individual has all the answers. We learn, build, and tackle complex challenges together, starting from first principles. In this fast-paced and highly technical environment, your contributions will have a tangible impact.Job OverviewAs the Principal Firmware Architect, you will be responsible for setting the technical vision and architecture for Heron’s embedded firmware platform. Your expertise will define the operation and monitoring of our converters at the device level, covering aspects from microcontroller selection to RTOS architecture, resource management, safety protocols, and firmware production processes. This position combines hands-on engineering with system architecture and strategic technical leadership.Why This Role Is UniqueThis position is crucial as you will be developing the device brain for our products. You will design the firmware platform that underpins all Heron devices, influencing performance, reliability, maintainability, and scalability from the ground up, while collaborating closely with controls and cloud engineers to deliver holistic solutions.If you have a passion for building robust embedded systems from the ground up and enjoy steering the technical direction of an entire product line, you will thrive in this role.Your ContributionsArchitecture & Technical LeadershipDefine and own the long-term architecture for embedded firmware across Heron products.Establish reusable platform software, hardware abstraction layers, and shared infrastructure.Set coding standards, architectural principles, and development practices while leading design reviews and mentoring embedded engineers.Drive system-level technical decisions across firmware and hardware platforms.

Heron Power designs hardware for the evolving electric grid, with a focus on scalable, cost-effective power electronics. The team develops advanced converters such as inverters and rectifiers, connecting renewable energy, storage, and large-scale loads to the grid. Leadership at Heron Power brings significant experience, having delivered gigawatts of power conversion products. Collaboration is central to Heron Power’s culture. Every team member’s perspective is valued, and engineers work together to solve complex challenges. The environment supports both personal and technical growth. Role overview The Platform Engineering Intern will join the Software team for a hands-on introduction to platform software infrastructure. This internship centers on learning and supporting tools that help engineers build and deploy software, from cloud environments to deployment pipelines. Curiosity, willingness to learn, and follow-through are more important than prior professional experience. What you will do Cloud and infrastructure setup: Assist with provisioning and organizing AWS resources. Learn to use infrastructure-as-code tools like Terraform or Pulumi, with training provided. CI/CD pipelines: Support the creation of pipelines that move code from development to production. Become familiar with GitHub Actions and deployment workflows. Kubernetes basics: Help set up a Kubernetes cluster and explore how applications run in containers in production environments. Developer tooling: Contribute to internal scripts and tools that automate tasks and improve engineering efficiency. Observability and monitoring: Assist with setting up dashboards and alerts using Grafana or Prometheus to help the team monitor systems. Security basics: Gain exposure to access control setup and support ongoing security efforts. Location This internship is based in Scotts Valley.