Power Management Engineer
📍 Staefa
Role and responsibilities
Design, develop, and optimize battery and power management systems for hearing instruments and charging solutions. Specify, integrate, and validate power management circuits for rechargeable and non-rechargeable battery systems. Evaluate, specify, integrate, and optimize Power Management ICs (PMICs) and related power conversion architectures for future hearing instruments and charging systems. Define and implement battery management algorithms and power strategies, including State of Charge and State of Health estimation, charging behavior, protection mechanisms, and energy optimization. Collaborate closely with hardware and firmware teams to ensure robust integration of battery and power management functions into the overall hearing instrument and charger architecture. Develop and validate electrical and system-level models for power consumption, load profiles, and battery behavior under different operating conditions. Analyze and debug complex power-related system issues, driving root-cause identification and resolution. Contribute to the continuous improvement of power management platforms, methods, and development processes, and stay informed about emerging technologies and trends. Evaluate emerging power management technologies and energy management concepts to support future product generations.
Team / description
At Sonova, we envision a world where everyone can enjoy the delight of hearing. This vision inspires us and fuels our commitment to developing innovative solutions that improve hearing health and human connection - from personal audio devices and wireless communication systems to hearing aids and cochlear implants. We're dedicated to providing outstanding customer experiences through our global audiological care services, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to engage fully with the world around them. Guided by a culture of continuous improvement that fosters resilience and self-motivation, our team is united by a shared commitment to excellence and a deep sense of pride in our work, each of us playing a vital role in creating meaningful change. Here you’ll find a diverse range of opportunities that span both consumer and medical solutions and the freedom to shape your career while making an impact on the lives of others. Join us in our mission to create a more connected world, where every voice is heard and every story matters.
Qualifications and Skills
Master’s degree or PhD in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Microelectronics, or a related field
Proven experience in the design of power management systems for low-power embedded devices, including DC/DC conversion, load switches, charging circuits, and energy-efficient architectures
Experience with rechargeable and non-rechargeable battery technologies, as well as a strong understanding of system-level behavior, load profiling, power consumption analysis, and battery aging effects
Hands-on experience with electrical characterization, laboratory measurements, and data-driven validation of power systems
Strong programming skills in Python for data analysis, automation, and model development; MATLAB is a plus
Experience in optimizing ultra-low-power systems under strict energy and size constraints is an asset
Experience in debugging complex power-related issues in low-power applications and charging systems is an asset
Structured, proactive, and quality-conscious working style, with the ability to bring forward innovative ideas and collaborate effectively in a distributed, diverse environment
Fluent in English (spoken and written)