About Canoo

Canoo's mission is to bring EVs to Everyone and build a world-class team to deploy this sustainable mobility revolution. We have developed breakthrough electric vehicles that are reinventing the automotive landscape with pioneering technologies, award-winning designs, and a unique business model that spans all owners in the full lifecycle of the vehicle. Canoo is starting production and is distinguished by its pioneering and experienced team of technologists, engineers, and designers. With offices around the country, the company is scaling quickly and seeking candidates who love to challenge themselves, are motivated by purpose, and possess a strong desire to get things done.

The “Canoo Way”

Canoo's success is the direct result of our disciplined application of our core operating principles and drills, which are based on three main principles: Think 80/20 (“Important versus less important”), Act 30/30 (“Reduce waste and increase output”), and Live 90/10 (“We have each other's back”). We hire based on “MET” - Mindset, Equipment, and willingness to Train - and seek individuals that take accountability and deliver results while being Humble, Hungry to succeed, and Hunting for opportunities to win. We train our team to engage with each other by modulating between their intellect (iQ) and emotional intelligence (eQ), applying Facts, Finesse, and Force when they communicate. The principles and drills of the CANOO Way have been fundamental to our success, our ability to grow, continuously improve, and innovate are at the core of our day-to-day operations.

Overview

As a Sr. Power Electronics Engineer, you will be working on advanced technologies that would fit into Canoo's innovative Powertrain Propulsion and Electronic systems. The successful candidate will be working on a wide range of products including, but not limited to, Traction inverters, On Board Chargers (OBC), DC-DC converters, Battery Management Systems (BMS), as well as HV system architecture.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities (80s of the Position)

Analytical and experimental verification of advanced technologies for Powertrain Propulsion and Electronics

Work with cross functional teams, including mechanical, thermal, software, and vehicle integration, to develop advanced Power Electronic systems

Perform electrical circuit simulations, schematic and PCB layout design, WCA, and DFMEA study on traction inverters, OBCs, DC-DC converters, and BMS

Bench testing and vehicle testing of Power Electronic systems

Provide innovative Interim Corrective Action (ICA) and Permanent Corrective Action (PCA) for issues related to Powertrain Propulsion and Electronics

Benchmarking competitors' powertrain solutions

Evaluate Power Electronics system architectures and topologies considering various performance metrics including efficiency, cost, size, manufacturability, etc.

Help with field issues related to Powertrain propulsion and Electronics

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Qualifications

Required Experience:

BS in Electrical Engineering, MSc preferred.

Minimum 5 years of experience in developing high Power Electronic systems

Knowledge of EV system architecture with a detailed understanding of major HV powertrain components

Hands on experience with Power Electronics systems and lab tools

Excellent understanding of Power Electronics converters, including topologies, magnetic design, semiconductor technologies, Electro Magnetic Interference (EMI) challenges and solutions, technology trade-offs, etc.

Passionate about solving complex HV system technical issues

Excellent oral and written communication skills, showing a high level of respect to colleagues, customers, and suppliers

Preferred Experience:

5-10 years of automotive industry experience

Knowledge of major automotive standards including SAE, ISO 26262, AQG324, etc.

Knowledge of Electric Motors and Motor controls is a plus

Experience with start-up environment in EV industry

Travel Requirements:

Occasionally, up to 20% of the time

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, employees may be required to sit for prolonged periods of time, occasionally bending or stooping, lifting up to 10 pounds, and prolonged periods of computer use.

Reasonable Accommodations:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

What's Cool About Working Here...

Meaningful, challenging work that will redefine the automotive landscape and make EVs available to everyone

Comprehensive Health Insurance

Equity Compensation

Flexible Paid Time Off

A casual workplace with an unbelievable feeling of energy

Canoo is an equal opportunity-affirmative action employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, past or present military service or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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