KEMET Corporation

Electrical Engineer - Pulse Electronics

KEMET Corporation$80K — $110K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering required.
  • Master's degree in electrical engineering is preferred.
  • Three years of experience in inductor and/or transformer design or manufacturing required; knowledge of magnetic materials preferred.
  • Strong foundation in electromagnetic theory, magnetic circuit analysis, and inductor/transformer design.
  • Proficiency with engineering and simulation tools including ANSYS Maxwell, P-Spice, SolidWorks, and AutoCAD.
  • Hands-on experience with lab equipment preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Perform design calculations for custom inductors, transformers, and common mode chokes based on customer specifications.
  • Model, evaluate, and test new products.
  • Work with Sales, Marketing, and Program Managers to align on product requirements and design initiatives.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure a smooth transition from design to mass production.
  • Coordinate with vendors on materials, designs, schedules, and costs.
  • Provide technical support to global production plants for new and existing designs.
  • Prepare and maintain essential documentation such as ECNs and AVLs.

Benefits

  • Collaborative work environment that values innovation and teamwork.
  • Inclusive company culture built on respect, integrity, and continuous improvement.
  • Career growth opportunities with access to training and mentorship.
  • Work-life balance support through flexible practices and employee wellness initiatives.
  • Comprehensive benefits package including health, retirement, and employee programs.
Full Job Description
Summary

Are you passionate about pushing boundaries of what's possible? We are committed to technological innovation and excellence in everything we do. YAGEO, is seeking an Electrical Engineer in the San Diego, CA area.

Key Responsibilities
  • Perform design calculations for custom inductors (discrete, buck/boost, PFC), transformers (flyback, forward, etc.), and common mode chokes (CMCs) based on customer specifications; support product datasheet creation.
  • Model, evaluate, and test new products.
  • Work with Sales, Marketing and Program Managers to review product requirements, timelines, and new design initiatives.
  • Collaborate with design, process, mechanical, and manufacturing teams to align product design, process, testing till mass production.
  • Coordinate with vendors on materials, designs, schedules, and costs.
  • Provide global production plants with technical support for new and existing designs.
  • Prepare and maintain necessary documentation such as ECNs, AVLs, and Add-A-Component forms.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering required.
  • Master's degree in electrical engineering is preferred.
  • Three years of experience in inductor and/or transformer design or manufacturing required; knowledge of magnetic materials preferred.
  • Strong foundation in electromagnetic theory, magnetic circuit analysis, core material properties, and inductor/transformer design, including winding techniques, core loss analysis, and thermal management.
  • Knowledge of magnetic components, filter design, electrical design, validation testing, modeling, simulation, and product development.
  • Proficiency with engineering and simulation tools, including ANSYS Maxwell, P-Spice, SolidWorks, and AutoCAD.
  • Working knowledge of material selection, including cores, wire, SMT components, ferrite, powder core, and amorphous materials.
  • Hands-on experience with lab equipment preferred.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and process-improvement skills, with proficiency in English.

Location & Work Type
  • San Diego, CA - United States
  • Full Time
  • The salary range for this role is $80,000-$110,000, based on experience.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

What we offer
  • Collaborative work environment that values innovation and teamwork
  • Inclusive company culture built on respect, integrity, and continuous improvement
  • Career growth opportunities with access to training, and mentorship
  • Work-life balance support through flexible practices and employee wellness initiatives
  • Comprehensive benefits package including health, retirement, and employee programs
  • Global impact by contributing to sustainable solutions and industry-leading technologies

About KEMET Corporation

KEMET Corporation is a global supplier of electronic components. The company produces tantalum, aluminum, multilayer ceramic, film, paper, polymer electrolytic, and supercapacitors. KEMET also manufactures electromechanical devices, electromagnetic compatibility solutions, and inductors. The company's products are used in a wide range of applications, including automotive, communications, consumer, defense and aerospace, industrial, medical, and alternative energy. KEMET has manufacturing facilities in Asia, Europe, and the Americas, and its products are sold worldwide through a network of distributors and direct sales channels.
Learn more about KEMET Corporation
Size
4,939 employees
Market Cap
$1,590
Industry
Founded
1919
5 Year Trend
+890%
NASDAQ

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