About the job
What to Expect
Heron Power is an innovative startup dedicated to revolutionizing power electronics for the modern grid. Our mission is to alleviate the challenges of electricity generation and consumption through scalable, state-of-the-art, and cost-effective hardware solutions, thereby accelerating the electrification of various sectors.
Our primary objective is to develop advanced converters (inverters and rectifiers) that effectively link large-scale renewable energy sources, energy storage systems, and loads to the grid. Our leadership team comprises experienced professionals who have successfully designed and deployed gigawatts of power conversion products over the past decade.
At Heron Power, we recognize that collaboration fosters innovation. We are committed to cultivating a learning environment where every team member can grow personally, technically, and professionally. You will thrive in a dynamic, collaborative atmosphere that emphasizes first-principles engineering and the resolution of complex challenges.
Job Overview
As a Mechanical Engineer specializing in Design, Analysis, and Testing, you will be responsible for designing, analyzing, and validating vital components within medium-voltage power electronics systems. Utilizing first-principles engineering, multiphysics simulation, and practical testing, you will guide designs from initial concept to production. This role encompasses detailed FEA-driven design, CAD modeling, experimental design (DOE), and hands-on lab validation, ensuring optimal performance, reliability, and manufacturability. Collaboration with electrical, testing, manufacturing, and supply chain teams will be essential as you develop enhanced solutions for high-power converters. You will take ownership of your designs from inception through to high-volume production.
Your Contributions
Design and enhance components for power converters, including magnetics (transformers, inductors), thermal systems (heatsinks, cooling structures), enclosures, and insulation systems.
Conduct structural, thermal, and multiphysics analysis (FEA/CFD) to inform design choices and validate performance.
Develop and implement design of experiments (DOE) to systematically assess design trade-offs and enhance system performance.
Research, select, and innovate potting and insulation materials for electrical isolation and thermal efficiency, supporting scalable high-volume manufacturing processes.
Manage components and assemblies from initial concept to high-volume production.