Yank Technologies, Inc. is a wireless charging startup in Brooklyn, New York. We develop long-range, high power wireless charging technology. Safe. Simple. No contact required. With patented antenna and amplifier developments in resonant inductive technology, we provide a scalable solution for variable ranges of power and distances. We have multiple automotive, industrial, and space customers for a range of applications, such as wirelessly charging robotic vehicles and vehicle interior electronics
The Power Electronics Engineer will design, analyze, and improve our wireless charging amplifier, DC-DC converter, and AC-DC converter systems. This role is hands-on and will involve power electronics and resonant circuit design, and a lot of cross-discipline and cross-functional working with other team members. Reporting to the CEO, this leader will have a very early hands-on experience to lead the growth of a startup in the wireless charging ecosystem across a wide range of future products that greatly impact people’s lives.
Competitive compensation includes a base salary, healthcare benefits, and stock options in the company.
The primary responsibilities of the Power Electronics Engineer are as follows:
• Lead developments for new amplifier and AC/DC & DC-DC converter tasks for selected projects
• Develop new circuit designs for new DC-DC converters, amplifier configurations, and receiver AC/DC converters based on application specific project requirements
• Research, fabricate, test, analyze, and implement new amplifier configurations for various operational environments
• Collaborate with other engineering team members on thermal, manufacturing, and mechanical developments that improve full-system reliability, increase performance, and reduce cost
• Routinely update the Engineering Manager and CEO on project status, project improvements, and other recommendations
Qualifications Required
• Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering
• 3+ years of full-time experience in power electronics design
• Hands-on experience designing, prototyping, analyzing, and debugging power electronics systems in MHz frequencies
• Expert in PCB design and thermal analysis for high power electronic systems
• Excellent oral and written communication
• US Citizen or US Permanent Resident
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced environment, make effective and timely decisions, solve problems, and facilitate organizational and procedural changes
• Passion for creating a wireless world where the state of your battery is not a concern but a mere afterthought
Qualifications Preferred
• PhD in Electrical Engineering
• Prior experience in automotive, power tools, or aerospace power electronics
• Prior experience designing high frequency switching amplifier design topologies, such as Class D and Class E amplifier designs
• Prior experience leading other engineering team members
• Prior experience at a startup