CPI International

System Designer - High Power Systems

CPI International$90K — $120K *
Healthcare
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Physics, Systems Engineering, or a related field
  • Master's degree preferred
  • 8+ years of experience with high-power electronic systems
  • 5+ years designing high-voltage power supplies, X-ray generators, or power conversion systems
  • Strong background in medical imaging systems is preferred
  • Experience in leading multidisciplinary product development from concept to commercialization

Responsibilities

  • Drive system-level requirements and design decisions for high-power X-ray generators
  • Perform risk management and ensure regulatory compliance throughout product lifecycle
  • Lead development of high-voltage power supplies and ensure adherence to EMI/EMC standards
  • Conduct verification and validation testing including safety and reliability assessments
  • Collaborate with quality and regulatory teams for compliance and audits

Benefits

  • Health and wellness programs
  • Career development opportunities
  • Generous retirement savings plan with company match
  • Dynamic, team-oriented work environment
  • Support for innovation and technology solutions
Full Job Description
YOUR DAY TO DAY:

We are actively seeking a System Designer who will be responsible for the architecture, design, integration, and technical leadership of high-power X-ray generator systems ranging from 20 kW to 150 kW and beyond. This role drives system-level requirements, design decisions, risk management, verification, and regulatory compliance throughout the product lifecycle. The successful candidate will possess deep expertise in high-voltage power electronics, medical imaging systems, and multidisciplinary product development.

The successful candidate will have strong expertise in power electronics, high-voltage engineering, X-ray generation systems, control electronics, and multidisciplinary product development.

YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE TO/FOR:

Systems Engineering & Requirements Management

  • Develop, maintain, and manage:
    • System requirements, architecture, performance specifications, and technical roadmaps for high-power X-ray generator platforms.
    • Product design specifications
    • System architecture documents
    • Interface Control Documents (ICDs)
    • Verification and validation plans
    • Traceability matrices
    • Risk management documentation

  • Establish requirement traceability from customer needs through verification and validation activities.
  • Participate in product planning, design reviews, and change control processes.


System Architecture & Design

  • Develop and maintain system-level designs encompassing:
    • AC/DC power conversion systems
    • High-frequency inverter topologies
    • High-voltage transformers and insulation systems
    • Voltage multiplier networks
    • Filament power supplies
    • AC drive systems
    • Energy storage and discharge systems

  • Allocate and trace system requirements across electrical, firmware, software, and mechanical subsystems.
  • Lead system-level trade studies balancing performance, reliability, safety, manufacturability, serviceability, and cost.
  • Support technology selection, platform architecture decisions, and product roadmap planning.


High-Voltage Power Supply & Generator Design

  • Lead development of high-voltage power supplies operating up to 150 kV and beyond.
  • Establish EMI/EMC design requirements and mitigation strategies.
  • Optimize efficiency, thermal performance, power density, reliability, and long-term robustness.
  • Define tube protection algorithms, fault detection methods, and exposure control strategies.
  • Ensure compliance with image quality, dose accuracy, and exposure repeatability requirements.


Regulatory Compliance & Quality

  • Support product compliance with applicable standards and regulations, including:
    • IEC 60601 Series
    • IEC 61000 EMC Standards
    • IEC/EN 62304 Medical Software Lifecycle Processes
    • ISO 14971 Risk Management
    • FDA Quality System Regulations (21 CFR Part 820)
    • EU MDR (Medical Device Regulation)

  • Participate in regulatory audits, technical file reviews, and design control activities.
  • Collaborate with quality, regulatory, and clinical teams to ensure compliance throughout the product lifecycle.


Verification & Validation

  • Lead and support:
    • Design Verification Testing (DVT)
    • Design Validation Testing (DVal)
    • Environmental Qualification Testing
    • Reliability and Life Testing
    • Safety Testing
    • EMC/EMI Compliance Testing
    • System Integration Testing

  • Review test results and drive resolution of technical issues.


Risk Management & Reliability Engineering

  • Lead system-level DFMEA activities.
  • Participate in PFMEA and manufacturing risk reviews.
  • Identify Critical-to-Quality (CTQ) and Critical-to-Safety (CTS) characteristics.
  • Define reliability goals and drive reliability growth initiatives.
  • Support fault-tree analysis, hazard analysis, and system safety assessments.
  • Ensure robust design practices are incorporated throughout product development.


YOU ARE THE RIGHT PERSON FOR THIS JOB IF YOU HAVE/ARE:

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Physics, Systems Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
  • Master's degree preferred.
  • Minimum 8 years of experience developing high-power electronic systems.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience designing high-voltage power supplies, X-ray generators, or related power conversion systems.
  • Experience with medical imaging, industrial imaging, security imaging, or other high-voltage equipment is highly preferred.
  • Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary product development programs from concept through commercialization.
  • Strong understanding of High-voltage power electronics and Power converter design
  • System integration and troubleshooting
  • Familiarity with medical device design controls and regulated product development processes.
  • Experience with requirements management and systems engineering methodologies.
  • Knowledge of reliability engineering, risk management, and root-cause analysis techniques.
  • Experience with X-ray tube physics and imaging system integration.
  • Familiarity with fluoroscopy, radiography, CT, or industrial imaging systems.
  • Knowledge of IEC 60601, ISO 14971, IEC 62304, and FDA/MDR regulatory requirements.
  • Experience with model-based systems engineering (MBSE) tools and methodologies.
  • Project leadership or technical lead experience in complex multidisciplinary systems.

  • Must be able to meet CGP requirements.


WHAT WE OFFER:
Whether you are a seasoned professional or just embarking on your career, CPI is an ideal place to expand your knowledge and expertise. We cultivate a healthy, dynamic, and team-oriented environment that empowers our employees to develop, create and deliver innovative, reliable technology solutions to power, connect, protect, and support a better tomorrow.

We offer our employees an attractive compensation package with competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including health and wellness programs, career development, generous retirement savings plan with company match and more!

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About CPI International

CPI International is a leading provider of microwave, radio frequency, power and control solutions for critical defense, communications, medical, scientific and other applications. The company has a long history of innovation and has been at the forefront of many technological advancements in its field. CPI International is committed to providing its customers with the highest quality products and services, and has a strong reputation for reliability and performance. The company is headquartered in Palo Alto, California, and has operations in the United States, Europe and Asia.
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