Electrical Engineer - Power Electronics
Company: Elve Inc
Location: Davis
Posted on: February 11, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Who is Elve? Elve, Inc is a
deep-tech startup in Davis, CA whose patent-pending technology
enables 100x faster wireless internet access in urban settings and
remote locations. Elve delivers a transformative approach to the
design and manufacturing of high-efficiency lightweight
millimeter-wave and near-THz RF power amplifiers in large
quantities. Our solutions enable the next generation of wireless
connectivity well beyond 5G as well as high-resolution imaging and
radar. We are looking for electrical engineers specializing in
power electronics to play key roles in bringing our technology to
market. If you are passionate about the future of RF electronics,
additive manufacturing, precision assembly, microfabrication,
vacuum systems, advanced materials processing, and working on a
small and energetic team - we can't wait to meet you! Job
Description An electrical engineer specializing in power
electronics at Elve will be responsible for the design, analysis,
and testing of power electronic circuits and systems, including
unique high voltage circuits. The electrical engineer will work
closely with cross-functional teams to ensure successful
integration of power electronic systems into the overall product.
They will also be responsible for creating and documenting design
specifications and test procedures. This is a full-time salaried
position. Responsibilities Design and optimize power converters and
related magnetic, analog and digital circuitry Perform simulation,
analysis, and modeling of power electronic systems Conduct hardware
design, schematic capture, and PCB layout Perform testing,
troubleshooting, and validation of power electronic systems
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful
integration of power electronic systems in the overall product Work
Environment May be a combination of the following but not limited
to: Manufacturing facility Laboratory Office Machine shop ISO 5 -
ISO 7 Cleanroom Warehouse Requirements Qualifications Bachelor's or
master's degree in electrical engineering or related field
Proficiency with power electronics circuit design, including
converters, magnetics, analog and digital circuits Proficiency in
simulation tools such as LTspice Experience with hardware design,
schematic capture, and PCB layout Proficiency with testing and
troubleshooting of power electronic systems Strong analytical and
problem-solving skills Excellent teamwork and communication skills
Self-motivated with the ability to work independently Good to have:
Experience with high voltage systems > 5kv Experience with
embedded systems and microcontrollers Coding experience,
particularly with Python or MATLAB Experience with RF electronics
and RF power amplifiers Experience with additive manufacturing and
microfabrication Minimum Qualifications 1-5 years of experience in
power electronics or related field Hands-on electronics lab
expertise Proficiency in PCB design software Understanding of basic
electrical engineering principles Benefits Benefits Include:
Competitive salary Health benefits (medical, dental, vision)
Vacation time A taste of the start-up life Exposure to cutting-edge
technology in vacuum electronics, HV power electrics materials
science, and additive manufacturing. Brainstorming with Ph.D. and
masters-level engineers What it’s like to work at Elve We are a
small team (for now!) on a mission to bring the next generation of
high-speed wireless connectivity to a billion people worldwide.
That kind of impact is not going to be achieved with incremental
improvements- we are gunning for orders of magnitude advances in
production capability, cost, size, and power in the mm-wave RF
amplifier market. We ask “dumb” questions all the time because we
always have something to learn. We work really hard, make sure to
get good sleep, handle conflict intentionally, and expect great
things from each other.
Keywords: Elve Inc, Fremont , Electrical Engineer - Power Electronics, Engineering , Davis, California
