Expert Power Conversion Engineer - Data Center & BESS

Expert Power Conversion Engineer - Data Center & BESS Valeo Cergy Pontoise, France As part of Valeo s strategic push into the high-growth markets of data centers and battery energy storage systems (BESS), we are seeking an Expert Power Conversion Engineer M/F. As a leading technical expert, your role will be to balance technological innovation, quality, and cost control while sharing your expertise with our global teams. Your responsibilities: Lead the technical execution of major, highly innovative engineering projects (disruptive architectures, etc.); Develop and validate new design standards for the Data Center & BESS Power Conversion business; Identify innovation opportunities and oversee the patent filing process to protect intellectual property; Challenge the technical decisions made by project teams to ensure the highest level of product reliability; Establish budget strategies, validate critical cost assumptions, and ensure competitive design choices; Serve as the point of contact for resolving critical issues and ensure sustainable solutions across all platforms; Work in synergy with other engineering disciplines (thermal, mechanical, software); Build strategic relationships with our key clients (hyperscalers, AI companies, BESS operators) and represent the technical vision to steering committees and senior management; Participate in the execution of the digitalization strategy (automation, optimization of tools and processes); Mentor, coach, and develop the technical skills of junior and senior engineers. About you: You hold a master s degree (Bac+5) in Power Electronics, Electrical Engineering, or Applied Physics, and have at least 15 years of professional experience in R&D or engineering in the field of power conversion or complex electrical systems; You have worked in sectors such as the automotive industry, data center infrastructure, BESS, energy, or high-tech industries, and have developed strong skills in power electronics and energy conversion (AC-DC, DC-DC, high-efficiency topologies); You are proficient in problem-solving methodologies (such as QRQC) and technical risk management. You are familiar with issues related to intellectual property (patents) and Design-to-Cost; Curious and recognized for your interpersonal skills and team spirit, you take on a mentoring role to share your knowledge and help teams grow; You have a strategic vision and a strong innovative spirit; You are fluent in English. Apply Now