Career as a Power Electronics Engineer in India: Salary, Courses and How to Begin

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Updated 30 Oct 2026

At a glance

A power electronics engineer designs circuits that convert and control electric power for chargers, inverters and EV drives; most students typically enter through a B.Tech in EEE or Electronics after Class 12 PCM.

A power electronics engineer designs the circuits that convert and control electrical power, from phone and laptop chargers to solar inverters and the power stages inside electric vehicles. The work sits where electrical engineering meets electronics design.

Students usually reach this field through an electrical, electronics or electronics and communication engineering degree, then specialise through projects, a postgraduate degree or on-the-job learning at companies that build chargers, inverters, EV systems or semiconductor-based power devices. Demand is linked to growth in semiconductors and electric mobility, which 2026 job-market headlines in India highlight.

The work is hands-on and demanding: on the same board you balance efficiency, heat, safety and cost. This page explains what the job involves, the course path, the skills needed, and what to check before you commit.

Minimum Qualification: Class 12 with PCM (typical)
Typical Degree: B.Tech / B.E. in EEE or Electronics
Expected Entry Salary: To be verified before publishing
Entry-level to Senior: Rises with experience (figures to verify)
Job Demand Growth: Growing; 2026 semiconductor and EV hiring news
Work Hours: Usually standard office or lab hours; deadline peaks
Places of Work: Design labs, EV and charger firms, chip companies

What Does a Power Electronics Engineer Do?

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

Design power conversion circuits such as AC-DC, DC-DC and DC-AC converters for chargers, inverters and power supplies.
Select power semiconductors (MOSFETs, IGBTs, diodes) and passive components based on voltage, current, efficiency and cost.
Run circuit simulations, build prototypes and test them on the bench with oscilloscopes and load equipment.
Design control circuits and firmware that regulate output voltage, current and switching behaviour.
Manage heat, electromagnetic interference (EMI) and safety requirements so that products pass certification.
Work with PCB layout, mechanical and software teams to take a design from prototype to production.
Investigate field failures, improve reliability and document designs for manufacturing and testing.

Where They Work

Indian employers include consumer electronics and charger makers, EV manufacturers and their battery and charging suppliers, solar and inverter companies, UPS and industrial power equipment makers, and semiconductor and chip-design firms. Power electronics teams also work inside large automobile and home-appliance companies.

Roles exist in product companies, design houses and engineering services firms, and in research groups at institutes. Government and defence-linked organisations also hire electrical and electronics engineers, but openings vary by year and should be checked on official recruitment pages.

How to Become a Power Electronics Engineer in India?

After Class 10

Choose science with strong maths and physics. Build interest in circuits through simple electronics projects, such as a battery charger or a small inverter kit, and keep a project log.

After Class 12

Take PCM and apply to B.Tech or B.E. programmes in Electrical and Electronics Engineering (EEE), Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE) or Electrical Engineering. Check each college's eligibility and admission process on its official website.

Undergraduate

Focus on power electronics, electrical machines, analog and digital electronics, control systems and microcontrollers. Complete one or more hardware projects, such as an EV charger or solar inverter prototype, and an internship at an electronics or EV company if possible.

Postgraduate and Specialisation

An M.Tech or M.E. in Power Electronics, Power Systems, or VLSI and semiconductors helps for design, R&D and chip-related roles. Many engineers also enter directly and specialise on the job.

Licence / Certification

No single licence is mandatory for most design roles. Simulation tool certifications and safety or EMC training from recognised bodies can strengthen your profile. Verify any certification's credibility before you enrol.

First Job

Start as a hardware or design trainee or junior engineer. Build a portfolio of projects with schematics, test results and a short write-up on what you built and why.

Automotive & Smart Mobility

Solar Energy Engineer

Renewable Energy & Environment

Eligibility and Subjects Required

Stream and Subject Requirements

Class 12 in Science with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics (PCM), the usual requirement for B.Tech and B.E. programmes.
Strong grounding in physics (electricity and magnetism) and mathematics (calculus and differential equations) helps in the first year.
Some colleges accept diploma holders through lateral entry, subject to their own rules.

Minimum Qualification

Minimum for most design roles: a B.Tech or B.E. in EEE, Electronics or a closely related discipline.
Typical minimum marks: colleges and entrance exams set their own cut-offs, so check the admission criteria on the institute's official site.
A postgraduate degree (M.Tech or M.E.) is preferred for specialist and R&D roles, though not always required.

Courses and Degrees for Power Electronics Engineer

Undergraduate Degrees	Postgraduate Degrees	Diplomas	Certifications & Short-term Courses
B.Tech / B.E. in Electrical and Electronics Engineering (4 years) B.Tech / B.E. in Electronics and Communication Engineering (4 years) B.Tech / B.E. in Electrical Engineering (4 years)	M.Tech in Power Electronics (2 years) M.Tech in Power Systems or Electrical Engineering (2 years) M.Tech in VLSI and Semiconductor Design (2 years)	Diploma in Electrical Engineering (3 years) Diploma in Electronics Engineering (3 years)	Power electronics and SMPS design course (duration varies, verify) PCB design and circuit simulation course (duration varies, verify) Electric vehicle power systems course (duration varies, verify)

Undergraduate Degrees
- B.Tech / B.E. in Electrical and Electronics Engineering (4 years)
- B.Tech / B.E. in Electronics and Communication Engineering (4 years)
- B.Tech / B.E. in Electrical Engineering (4 years)
Postgraduate Degrees
- M.Tech in Power Electronics (2 years)
- M.Tech in Power Systems or Electrical Engineering (2 years)
- M.Tech in VLSI and Semiconductor Design (2 years)
Diplomas
- Diploma in Electrical Engineering (3 years)
- Diploma in Electronics Engineering (3 years)
Certifications & Short-term Courses
- Power electronics and SMPS design course (duration varies, verify)
- PCB design and circuit simulation course (duration varies, verify)
- Electric vehicle power systems course (duration varies, verify)

Skills Required to Become a Power Electronics Engineer

Technical Skills

Power electronics fundamentals (converters, rectifiers, inverters)
Analog and digital circuit design
Power semiconductor selection (MOSFET, IGBT, diode)
Switch-mode power supply (SMPS) design
Circuit simulation (SPICE, MATLAB/Simulink, PSIM)
PCB design and layout
Microcontroller and embedded control programming
EMI/EMC and thermal management

Soft Skills

Analytical problem-solving
Attention to detail and safety discipline
Teamwork with mechanical and software teams
Clear technical documentation and writing
Patience with iterative prototyping
Time and deadline management

Power Electronics Engineer Salary in India

0-2 years

Entry Level

To be verified (no salary data in research notes)

Typical titles: Junior Design Engineer, Hardware Engineer Trainee
Assists with circuit design, bench testing and documentation under a senior engineer

3-7 years

Mid Level

To be verified (no salary data in research notes)

Typical titles: Power Electronics Engineer, Senior Hardware Engineer
Owns converter or charger sub-systems and leads testing and certification

8+ years

Senior Level

To be verified (no salary data in research notes)

Typical titles: Principal Engineer, Design Manager
Sets architecture, mentors teams and leads product or R&D roadmaps

Career Opportunities and Job Roles

Power Electronics Design Engineer

Designs converters, chargers and power supplies for consumer and industrial products.

EV Charger Design Engineer

Develops on-board and off-board charging systems for electric vehicles.

Inverter Design Engineer

Builds solar and UPS inverter circuits and their control logic.

SMPS Design Engineer

Designs switch-mode power supplies for electronics and appliances.

Hardware Test Engineer

Tests power boards for efficiency, heat, safety and EMI compliance.

Applications Engineer (semiconductor firms)

Helps customers use power chips correctly in their own designs.

Reliability Engineer

Studies failures in power circuits and improves product life.

R&D Engineer (Power Systems)

Explores new circuit topologies and advanced power devices in research teams.

Scope and Future of Power Electronics Engineer in India

Demand for power electronics skills follows the products that depend on them: chargers, inverters, EV drivetrains and power supplies for electronics and telecom equipment. Job-market headlines in 2026 have highlighted semiconductor hiring trends in India, and EV and renewable-energy growth creates work for converter and inverter design. Openings and pay vary by employer, city and year, so check current listings before deciding.

Growth areas to watch include electric mobility, solar and battery energy storage, and semiconductor design and manufacturing, where advanced power devices such as silicon carbide and gallium nitride are increasingly used. Government programmes in these sectors can shape hiring, but specific schemes and their timelines should be confirmed from official sources before you rely on them.

Abroad, power electronics engineers work in automotive, renewable-energy and semiconductor hubs. Work visas, recognition of Indian degrees and professional licensing differ by country, so check the destination's official immigration and professional bodies before planning a move.

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