Vice President - Power Electronics

Join Ohmium as Vice President - Power Electronics in Bengaluru, India. Lead the development of next-generation power conversion systems, focusing on high-efficiency AC-DC and DC-DC converters. Enjoy a dynamic work environment and the opportunity to mentor a talented team. Become the Vice President of Power Electronics at Ohmium in Bengaluru, India. In this pivotal role, you will define and deliver cutting-edge power conversion systems, including AC-DC and DC-DC converters. Lead a multidisciplinary team, drive innovation, and ensure compliance with industry standards. Enjoy a collaborative environment and the chance to shape the future of renewable energy technology.

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Ohmium

Company Overview

Name

Ohmium International

Headquarters

Fremont, CA, United States

Founded

2019

Size

Approximately 550 employees (source: linkedin.com). Total funding raised of $311.2 million as of 2023 (source: cbinsights.com).

What They Do

Ohmium specializes in the production of green hydrogen through advanced Proton Exchange Membrane (PEM) electrolyzers. These electrolyzers utilize water and renewable energy sources to generate high-purity hydrogen without relying on fossil fuels (source: ohmium.com). Their flagship product, the Lotus Mark 2 electrolyzer, features a hyper-modular design that includes a centralized water purification unit, glycol-based cooling, and proprietary power electronics, all integrated into a compact footprint that allows for vertical stacking and deployment in various climates (source: ohmium.com). The company offers services such as global remote monitoring and maintenance, ensuring scalability from megawatt to gigawatt levels through standardized designs manufactured in India (source: ohmium.com). Target markets include industrial applications, power generation, and transportation fuels, focusing on sectors that are challenging to decarbonize across the U.S., Europe, India, and the Middle East (source: ohmium.com). Ohmium's competitive edge lies in its high current density, dynamic ramping capabilities, and superior iridium utilization, positioning it favorably against industry competitors like ITM Power and Siemens Energy (source: ohmium.com).

Projects & Track Record

Ohmium has established a robust global project pipeline exceeding 2 GW, demonstrating its reliability in extreme conditions (source: ohmium.com). Among its notable projects is the supply of a 10 MW PEM electrolyzer for Croatia's INA Rijeka Refinery, which aims to decarbonize operations and fuel transport, supported by the EU Recovery and Resilience Facility (source: advancedbiofuelsusa.info). In Spain, Ohmium has committed to supplying up to 52 tons of green hydrogen annually for the EFFI SOLAR GREENH2 PORTUARIO project, which will replace methane in gas flares, significantly reducing CO2 emissions (source: ohmium.com). Additionally, the company signed a term sheet for 300 MW PEM electrolyzers for the OFFSET offshore floating green hydrogen and ammonia project in Southern Europe, with production expected by 2029 (source: canvasbusinessmodel.com). Ohmium's partnerships include collaborations with Invenergy for turbine cooling at the Nelson Energy Center and involvement in India's first green methanol plant (source: cbinsights.com).

Recent Developments

In 2023, Ohmium successfully raised $250 million in Series C financing led by TPG Rise Climate, aimed at scaling manufacturing to 2 GW annual capacity and expanding R&D efforts (source: esgtoday.com). This followed a $45 million Series B round in April 2022, bringing total funding to $311.2 million by late 2025 (source: cbinsights.com). The company also inaugurated a PEM electrolyzer gigafactory in India, which is expected to abate 4 million tons of CO2 annually (source: ohmium.com). In 2024, Ohmium secured a term sheet for a 300 MW project in Southern Europe and partnered for India's first green methanol plant, showcasing its commitment to expanding its footprint in the green hydrogen sector (source: canvasbusinessmodel.com). By 2025, Ohmium achieved UL Solutions' first industrial certification for hydrogen generators using water electrolysis, further solidifying its position in the market (source: ohmium.com).

Working There

Ohmium offers a diverse range of roles across engineering, manufacturing, operations, R&D, compliance, and executive positions, attracting talent from various sectors including electrolyzer and fuel cell technology (source: ohmium.com). The company is primarily hiring for its Fremont, California headquarters, with additional opportunities linked to its gigafactory in India and projects across the U.S., Europe, and the Middle East (source: builtin.com). Ohmium's culture emphasizes innovative problem-solving, speed of execution, and a commitment to human rights compliance, reflecting its mission to advance efficient PEM technology (source: ohmium.com). While specific employee benefits are not publicly documented, the company promotes operational perks through roles in global remote monitoring and performance guarantees (source: ohmium.com). Job seekers are encouraged to visit their careers page for current openings (source: ohmium.com).

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Job Description

We are seeking a visionary and technically exceptional Vice President of Power Electronics to lead the development of our next-generation power conversion systems. This executive will be responsible for defining and delivering the electrical and control architecture that powers our electrolyzer platforms.

You will lead the strategy, architecture, design, and deployment of high-efficiency, low-cost power electronics systems, including two-stage AC-DC and DC-DC converters. This role includes full ownership of both the hardware and embedded firmware/control systems that enable safe, precise, and efficient operation across a wide dynamic range.

Ideal candidates will bring a strong background in medium and low voltage, modular and scalable designs, and digital control firmware development, with industry experience in grid-level solar inverters, battery storage systems, or related high-power conversion platforms.

Responsibilities

Define and own the technical vision, architecture, and roadmap for power electronics systems.
Lead the design, simulation, prototyping, and validation of high-efficiency rectifier and DC-DC converter systems (10 kW to >5 MW).
Drive innovation in cost-effective, scalable, and high-efficiency power conversion for electrolyzer stacks.
Partner with mechanical, thermal, and systems engineering to co-optimize packaging, cooling, and integration.
Recruit, mentor, and lead a multidisciplinary team of power electronics engineers and technicians.
Evaluate and manage relationships with component vendors, contract manufacturers, and external design partners.
Ensure compliance with relevant grid codes, EMC/EMI standards, UL, IEC, IEEE or other regulatory frameworks.
Work cross-functionally with Product, Manufacturing, and Operations teams to align technical goals with commercial requirements.
Support the development of internal and external IP strategy in power electronics and system design
Guide the firmware architecture, coding standards, testing, and release processes to ensure high reliability and maintainability.
Ensure firmware co-development is tightly integrated with hardware design for optimal system-level performance.
Collaborate with systems and stack engineering to align control strategies with electrolyzer operational requirements.

Desired Qualifications

Master’s or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering or a related field with a focus on power electronics.
18+ years of industry experience in power electronics, including at least 5 years in leadership roles.
Deep understanding of AC-DC and DC-DC conversion topologies, especially in multi-kilowatt to multi-megawatt power classes.
Experience with medium voltage systems and safe, reliable system design in those domains.
Proven success delivering modular, scalable and high-efficiency electrical architectures under cost and performance constraints.
Hands-on experience with digital control systems, gate drivers, magnetics design and thermal management.
Strong familiarity with grid-connected systems, including solar PV inverters, battery energy storage or similar.
Excellent leadership, communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Ohmium is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.