Senior Scientist - Advanced Power Electronics
Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A.
Ann Arbor, MI, USA
Posted on Nov 13, 2025
Overview
Who we are
Collaborative. Respectful. A place to dream and do. These are just a few words that describe what life is like at Toyota. As one of the world’s most admired brands, Toyota is growing and leading the future of mobility through innovative, high-quality solutions designed to enhance lives and delight those we serve. We’re looking for talented team members who want to Dream. Do. Grow. with us.
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Who we’re looking for
Toyota is looking for a Senior Scientist position in the Electronics Research Department focused on developing novel and highly effective future power conversion solutions, particularly those utilizing Wide Bandgap (WBG and/UWBG) semiconductors, for a broad range of applications and power levels.
Representative applications range from high power/voltage electric vehicle systems down to lower power highly sensitive (e.g., quantum) sensor systems. Key aspects of this research will involve the cross-disciplinary exploration of opto-electronics, electromagnetic interference (EMI), and state-of-the art packaging leveraging expertise in future semiconductor technology.
What you’ll be doing
Lead and conduct research on novel power conversion solutions for a range of applications including high power/voltage systems to low power/voltage sensors.
Investigate and propose new opto-electronic power packaging solutions possibly involving both electrical integrated circuit (EIC) and photonic integrated circuit (PIC) technology.
Develop advanced EMI mitigation techniques for high-speed power electronic converters, with a focus on WBG/UWBG semiconductor devices.
Explore the use of optically triggered semiconductor devices, leveraging expertise in semiconductor physics to optimize their performance for reduced EMI.
Conduct multiphysics (e.g., electrical, optical, thermal, mechanical) simulation and modeling of power electronics systems and packages to predict performance.
Develop and build bench-level experimental setups in-house to test and validate power conversion and/or sensor concepts.
Analyze, document, and present research findings to internal and external stakeholders.
Mentor and guide junior researchers or technical staff.
Publish research findings in high-impact journals and present at conferences.
Drive innovation by generating novel ideas and proposing new research projects.
Willingness to learn and engage in new research areas (e.g., quantum science, photonics) and apply skills to new fields is a must.
What you bring
Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics, or a related multi-disciplinary engineering field.
Experience with circuit design, simulation tools (e.g., SPICE, Simulink, MATLAB), circuit layout, and PCB fabrication.
Hands-on research, development, measurement of electronic packages with optical function integration (e.g., high speed, RF design, EMI, or analog circuit).
Exposure to semiconductor device characteristics either through practice or coursework.
Demonstrated ability to lead research projects and mentor team/lab members.
Experience in designing, building, and operating experimental setups for high-speed electronics.
Sophisticated scientific writing and history of technical presentations in conferences.
Added bonus if you have
Understanding of quantum mechanics and principles.
Experience with WBG/UWBG semiconductor devices (e.g., SiC, GaN) and modeling tools.
Basic knowledge of optically triggered devices.
Experience with multiphysics and EMI simulation tools (e.g., COMSOL, ANSYS, EMA3D, etc.).
Knowledge of CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks or similar).
Exposure to PIC research and development (e.g., simulation, device layout, tape out, fab, test).
What we’ll bring
During your interview process, our team can fill you in on all the details of our industry-leading benefits and career development opportunities. A few highlights include:
A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect
Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career, as well as tuition reimbursement
Team Member Vehicle Purchase Discount
Toyota Team Member Lease Vehicle Program (if applicable)
Comprehensive health care and wellness plans for your entire family
Toyota 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match, as well as an annual retirement contribution from Toyota regardless of whether you contribute
Paid holidays and paid time off
Referral services related to prenatal services, adoption, childcare, schools and more
Tax Advantaged Accounts (Health Savings Account, Health Care FSA, Dependent Care FSA)
Relocation assistance (if applicable)
Belonging at Toyota
Our success begins and ends with our people. We embrace all perspectives and value unique human experiences. Respect for all is our North Star. Toyota is proud to have 10+ different Business Partnering Groups across 100 different North American chapter locations that support team members’ efforts to dream, do and grow without questioning that they belong.
Applicants for our positions are considered without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, religion, military or veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.
Have a question, need assistance with your application or do you require any special accommodations? Please send an email to talent.acquisition@toyota.com.