Head of Electrical Engineering & Systems

Opti Grid believes in electrification beyond the electrical grid; a world where everyone has access to electric vehicles (EV) fast charging when and where they need it. We build battery-based energy storage systems that provide ultrafast charging for EVs and clean, affordable, resilient power alternatives for site hosts. If you are driven to learn and grow and seek a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to make changes in the transportation and energy market, now is the time to join a team that is revolutionizing how power is delivered and utilized.

At Opti Grid, we are fundamentally changing the way energy is distributed to electric vehicles, and we are continuing to evolve with a full suite of decentralized energy services accelerating sustainable electrification. To meet our ambitious goals, we are growing rapidly and looking for people who want to make an impact and are willing to challenge the status quo. If you are resilient, think outside the box, and like finding solutions to tough problems, please apply to join our amazing team of innovators, enthusiasts, and change-makers.

A Head of Electrical Engineering and Systems is leading the design, integration, and validation of power conversion systems, and managing cross-functional engineering teams. This is a hands-on leadership role suited for someone who thrives in a startup environment, loves solving complex problems, and wants to build systems that scale and be at the intersection of power systems hardware, embedded systems, software, and operational logistics
, playing a vital role in engineering development.

• Own system-level architecture and design of power electronics products like: DC-DC converters, inverters, Battery Management Systems, and other parts of the charger
• Guide hardware design across analog/digital, high-voltage, and high-power domains.
• Ensure system integration between power stage, control and communication systems, thermal management, and mechanical packaging.
• Manage system level integration coupled with lab and application testing during the product development phase
• Lead product design cycle for a new product development, design reviews, technical risk assessments, and root cause analysis.
• Manage sustaining and field support group within Systems Engineering team

• Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing EE and Systems Engineering team of 10-12 people
• Define team roles, workflows, and best practices for design, simulation, prototyping, and testing.
• Foster cross-functional collaboration with mechanical, software, test, and manufacturing teams.

• Manage engineering deliverables across multiple projects, ensuring quality, timelines, and cost goals, while collaborating with Program Manager who is tracking timeline.
• Coordinate with supply chain and manufacturing teams to support prototype and production builds.
• Lead a compliance effort with relevant safety UL and CSA standards

• Scout and evaluate emerging technologies (e.g., SiC/GaN semiconductors, digital control, custom magnetics, thermal, etc.).
• Contribute to the strategic roadmap for product and technology development.
• Represent the company in technical discussions with customers, partners, and stakeholders.

• Bachelor’s or master’s in electrical engineering, Power Electronics, or related field
• Minimum 10+ years of experience in leading technical teams in power systems engineering in a hardware or embedded systems environment
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• Proven track record of designing and shipping power conversion products (10 kW+ systems).
• Experience with design tools (e.g., PLECS, LTspice, Altium, MATLAB/Simulink)
• Experience with hardware test systems
  , embedded devices, and low-level troubleshooting.
• Product development experience – developed a product from its inception to mass production
• Strong understanding of hardware/software integration and product release processes.
• Magnetics design and thermal management
• Embedded systems and digital control
• Startup mindset — hands‑on, fast‑moving, solutions‑oriented.

• Experience working with or managing contract manufacturers (CMs).
• Familiarity with embedded development environments, flashing tools, and OTA update systems.
• Exposure to compliance or certification processes (FCC, UL, etc.).

Opti Grid offers competitive benefits, including:

• Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• PTO

At Opti Grid, LLC, we offer fair and equal opportunities to all our candidates and team members regardless of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual identity, national origin, citizenship, marital status, disability status, parental status protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law. Opti Grid, LLC believes in hiring individuals only based on their qualifications and experiences that meet our business requirements to fill the positions.