Careers

At AMSC, we aim to create a work atmosphere that fosters success for our employees, our customers and our corporation. Our employees benefit from working with world-class engineers, technicians and scientists, as well as other experienced professionals. With operations throughout Asia, Australia, North America and Europe, we have a diverse, yet cohesive staff with tremendous global experience and passion.

Each day, we are driven by our company mission: We listen, we partner and we innovate to make smarter, cleaner energy profitable. And we are inspired by our vision: To power the world with smarter, cleaner … better energy. While we are committed to realizing our mission and vision, AMSC also prides itself on having a fun and satisfying work environment that fosters creativity and success. Click here to gain an understanding of the kind of employees we are seeking as we grow the company.

AMSC is an EEO M/F/D/V.

Careers at AMSC

Klagenfurt, Austria

Summary – Job Responsibilities – Activities:

  • Act as the primary point of contact for resolving technical issues, both internally and for customers, after prototype approval.
  • Travel to customer sites to investigate, diagnose, and gather detailed information on technical issues, ensuring a hands-on approach to problem-solving.
  • Work closely with internal teams, including our office locations in US, Austria and India, and external partners to coordinate and implement effective solutions.
  • Maintain and own a comprehensive “One List” of all customer-related issues, ensuring visibility and timely resolution across teams.
  • Analyze and troubleshoot complex technical problems.
  • Drive issue resolution activities from identification through to closure, maintaining clear communication with all stakeholders.

Qualifications:

  • A degree in Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related technical field.
  • Proven experience in providing technical support, with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex issues efficiently.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple technical challenges and projects concurrently, with strong organizational and time management abilities.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, capable of clearly conveying complex technical information to diverse audiences.
  • Proven ability to collaborate and work seamlessly across global teams and departments, fostering a cooperative work environment.
  • A customer-orientated mindset with a genuine interest in collaborating with diverse cultures.
  • Good command of the English language, both written and spoken.
  • Willingness to travel internationally for business assignments, up to 25% of the time.

AMSC is an EEO M/F/D/V

 

Klagenfurt, Austria

Summary – Job Responsibilities – Activities:

  • Develop application software tailored for electrical control and power systems, ensuring high performance and reliability.
  • Design and validate hardware and software systems, adhering to industry standards and best practices.
  • Perform comprehensive testing and commissioning activities both in-house and at customer sites, guaranteeing seamless system functionality.
  • Collaborate with internal global teams and external partners to manage work packages effectively within development projects, ensuring timely delivery.
  • Prepare detailed technical specifications and documentation in coordination with external partners to maintain project transparency and accuracy.
  • Deliver expert training sessions to customers, enhancing their understanding and use of our systems.

Qualifications:

  • A degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Mechatronics or Computer Science, or a related technical field.
  • Several years of proven experience in software development, with a strong focus on high-quality solutions.
  • Experience in embedded software engineering is highly advantageous.
  • Proficiency in programming languages such as C / C++ / Matlab/Simulink is essential.
  • Familiarity with power converter systems is a plus.
  • A customer-orientated mindset with a genuine interest in collaborating with diverse cultures.
  • Strong command of the English language, both written and spoken.
  • Willingness to travel internationally for business assignments, up to 10% of the time.

AMSC is an EEO M/F/D/V

Pewaukee, WI

Summary – Job Responsibilities – Activities:

AMSC is committed to developing products to power the world with smarter, cleaner, better energy.  Our products utilize the power of data analytics and Internet of Things to continuously monitor, predict, and improve product performance. In this career opportunity you will contribute to product development and security integration aimed at making our products more resilient to cyber threats.   Through a combined skill set in software development and systems integration you will work to advance AMSC product features and security to meet the demands of today’s cyber security standards.

Functions:

  • Analyze and translate industry security standards into feature requirements and system-level designs of software architectures and modules for embedded control platforms and interface tools.
  • Lead software design and development of security features integration into AMSC embedded control platforms and interface tools.
  • Document security compliance and interface directly with sales team to correlate to customer requirements.
  • Practice established software methodologies and principles focusing on reusability, maintainability, and minimized complexity.
  • Follow structured software development process and integrate process improvements for secure development.
  • Review designs and code developed by peers.

Education – Experience:

  • BS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering.
  • 7 years of experience in embedded software development
  • Experience with C, C++, and other relevant programming languages
  • Experience developing software in real-time embedded environments, use of debuggers, emulators, and related instrumentation.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of Linux OS including build, configuration, deployment, and user space application development.
  • Knowledge of networking, Ethernet, TCP/IP.
  • Experience with structured design process capturing requirements, design, test, and traceability of software modules.
  • Ability to collaborate with team members and other groups for complete design solution.
  • Demonstrates creativity and innovation in design solutions and problem solving.
  • Ability to accurately estimate time required to complete software tasks and projects.

Required Skills, Competencies, Authorities and Training Needs:

  • Knowledge of security standards IEC 62443, NIST 800, NERC CIP, or other comparable.
  • Experience with Single sign-on (SSO) authentication schemes.
  • Experience with design and implementation of security features such as authentication, role-based access, operating and vulnerability monitoring, logging, and malware protection on an embedded system.
  • Experience with industrial communication protocols such as Modbus, DNP3, and IEC-61850.

AMSC is an EEO M/F/D/V

Pewaukee, WI

Summary – Job Responsibilities – Activities:

AMSC is seeking 2025 Summer Interns to assist with UI development and testing. If you are interested in UI software development for real-time embedded control products then spend the summer with AMSC!

The successful candidate will have unquenchable curiosity, exceptional critical thinking skills, and design creativity.

Functions/Projects:

AMSC has several exciting and ongoing projects. A couple of examples are:

  • UI Engine Development: Utilize a design pattern and cross-platform framework to develop a new UI engine compatible with all AMSC products.
  • UI Feature Expansion: Incorporate new features and functionality into existing UIs.
  • Continuous Integration testing: Develop a test system to automatically pull, compile and verify UI performance.

Education – Experience:

  • Currently pursuing a Bachelors or Master’s Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or other related program. 

Required Skills, Competencies, Authorities and Training Needs:

  • C++
  • JavaScript, Python, or other scripting languages
  • React, Electron or other relevant frameworks
  • UI architectures and design patterns (e.g., MVVM)
  • Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Subversion, Git)

AMSC is an EEO M/F/D/V

Pewaukee, WI

Summary – Job Responsibilities – Activities:

AMSC is committed to developing products to power the world with smarter, cleaner, better energy. AMSC products utilize a controls platform and development environment enabling the application of power electronic hardware to a variety of applications including Wind, Grid, and Ship Protection Systems. The controls platform includes high-speed, synchronized real-time embedded controls, data analytics, and SCADA communications. In this career opportunity you will develop embedded software framework and applications for AMSC’s power electronics controls platform. 

Functions:

  • Analyze and translate product requirements into software requirements and designs for embedded control platforms and interface tools.
  • Contribute to the design, implementation, and test of software modules and framework for AMSC embedded control platforms and interface tools.
  • Practice established software methodologies and principles focusing on reusability, maintainability, and minimized complexity.
  • Follow structured software development process and integrate process improvements.
  • Review designs and code developed by peers.

Education – Experience:

  • BS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering.
  • 7 years of experience in embedded software development
  • Experience with C, C++, and other relevant programming languages
  • Experience developing software in real-time embedded environments, use of debuggers, emulators, and related instrumentation.
  • Experience with structured design process capturing requirements, design, test, and traceability of software modules.

Required Skills, Competencies, Authorities and Training Needs:

  • US citizenship required.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of Linux OS including build, configuration, deployment, and user space application development.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of real-time operating systems.
  • Knowledge of networking, Ethernet, TCP/IP.
  • Ability to collaborate with team members and other groups for complete design solutions.
  • Demonstrates creativity and innovation in design solutions and problem solving.
  • Ability to accurately estimate effort required to complete software tasks and projects.
  • Knowledge of EtherCAT communication protocol preferred.
  • Experience implementing inter processor communications for multi-core CPUs preferred.
  • Experience using MATLAB/Simulink for code generation preferred.

AMSC is an EEO M/F/D/V

Ayer, MA

Summary – Job Responsibilities – Activities:

American Superconductor Corporation is looking for an experienced, business-savvy, creative problem-solver with strong analytical skills to join our fast-paced legal organization and to provide commercial counseling and transactional support to AMSC on a global basis. Candidate must have a proven track record of successfully counseling various client levels on complex commercial law transactions and issues to achieve optimal business outcome with minimum risk.  The candidate must be a self-starter and team player ready to assume significant responsibility as a key business partner with AMSC’s global businesses.

Functions:

  • Negotiating and drafting of international and domestic business contracts, including large scale electrical equipment supply contracts (equipment only and on a turnkey basis), technology licensing agreements, technology development agreements, strategic alliance agreements, procurement contracts, distributor and OEM agreements, software license agreements, confidentiality agreements, and real property agreements.  
  • Implementing, enhancing and maintaining contracts and other commercial policies and procedures, and ensuring consistent application and compliance of these throughout AMSC’s global businesses.
  • Domestic and international travel will be required. 
  • Preparing timely SEC filings.

Education – Experience:

  • J.D. from accredited law school
  • Admitted to the Massachusetts Bar.
  • Minimum of 7 years of Legal experience.
    Minimum of 3 years experience in legal commercial counseling role.
  • Demonstrated strong commercial legal knowledge, including strong drafting, negotiation, and communications skills required. Must have broad experience in drafting and negotiating domestic and international business contracts and business transactions.
  • Demonstrated ability to work well independently and collaboratively as part of a team, to resolve complex legal/commercial matters. 
  • Excellent oral and written communications skills.
  • Must be business savvy and have the ability to prioritize effectively and work quickly and effectively with clients and colleagues across businesses and geographies.
  • Proven ability to identify areas for improvement and to establish process improvements to reduce transaction cycle times, automate routine contract management functions and develop self service templates, tools and training.  
  • Specific Knowledge Required: 
    • General commercial law, including commercial contracting under the UCC and laws of international commerce (including Incoterms).
    • Commercial finance, especially revenue recognition and related areas.
  • Specific Knowledge Preferred:
    • Antitrust/ trade regulation.
    • Intellectual property.
    • Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) and similar laws internationally.

AMSC is an EEO M/F/D/V

Hybrid - Pewaukee, WI

Summary – Job Responsibilities – Activities:

  • Provide technical leadership in the design of power electronics controls for power conversion systems. Expertise in hardware, firmware and software with a concentration in control algorithms.
  • Development of control architecture of power conversion systems to meet customers’ requirements.
  • Develop dynamics simulations or power conversions systems for the purpose of analyzing and designing control systems.
  • Specify and design control algorithms for software implementation in the power converters for customer applications.
  • Implement and test algorithms to demonstrate and document performance to requirements.
  • Author requirements and test plans pertaining to the dynamic controls of power conversion systems.  
  • Specify control components and power electronic components for customer’s applications.
  • Interface to sales and marketing for generation specifications and evaluating technical feasibility of customer requirements.
  • Provide technical expertise to support current products and in the development of new products.

Education – Experience:

  • Minimum:  BSEE
  • Preferred:  MSEE or PhD in power electronics controls
  • Minimum:  3 to 5 year’s experience in a similar position
  • Preferred:  5 to 10 year’s experience

Required Skills, Competencies, Authorities and Training Needs:

  • Strong technical background in power electronics, control systems, power converters, electric utility power quality analysis or in systems integration of high power electronics 
  • Significant design experience in control systems for power conversion equipment.
  • Experience in using commercial control system and power electronics simulation and analysis tools (MATLAB/Simulink and PLECS preferred).
  • Excellent customer interaction capability.
  • Excellent computer skills are essential (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
  • Strong oral and written communication skills and excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to author technical documents and proposals.
  • US Citizen or Permanent Resident

AMSC is an EEO M/F/D/V

Queensbury, NY

This role will be at our NEPSI location, in Queensbury, NY.

Summary – Job Responsibilities – Activities:

AMSC is seeking a Senior Network Planning & Application Engineer to support Business Development, Sales and Engineering of AMSC Products and Solutions. The ideal candidate for this tole will be an industry advocate for AMSC technologies and solutions.  

  • Performs power systems analyses pertaining to transmission and distribution system expansion, voltage stability, reliability and power quality and derives technical solution options to meet customers’ requirements.
  • Performs detailed analysis of industrial power quality problems and designs/recommends appropriate solutions.
  • Uses network analysis software to perform detailed load flow, transient stability, electromagnetic transient studies in assessing system requirements and appropriate solution options (using either current or innovative new technologies).
  • Develops, maintains and provides support for software models for all products.
  • Performs or supports insulation coordination, arc flash and transient overvoltage studies.
  • Actively participates in the existing product development and new product market needs analysis. Undertakes detailed application and design studies for AMSC’s products including FACTS systems, power electronic converters, energy storage solutions, fault current limiters and high capacity superconductor cable systems.
  • Actively works to build relationships with utility planners and engineers, and consultants in the industry.
  • Assists in development of competitive proposals that improves transmission and distribution system capacity while reducing transmission system costs.  Proposals need to include technical as well as commercial analysis.
  • Performs appropriate economic evaluations of transmission and distribution system expansion plans to accompany technical evaluations of recommended alternatives.
  • Maintains a thorough knowledge of the current developments in the overall energy sector, particularly in the generation and transmission areas, in regards to legislative trends and requirements and how they can affect AMSC’s business goals.
  • Prepares and delivers technical papers and presentations for trade shows and technical conferences.
  • Assists with training of new/junior engineers on Power System topics, review their work, and provide supervision as necessary

Education – Experience:

  • BS in Electrical Engineering with 5+ years of experience in the power sector (emphasis in power systems analysis, specifications, design and/or operation). Prior power utility, transmission and distribution planning experience preferred.
  • Theoretical background on power systems analysis, specifically load flow, transient stability, harmonic analysis and electromagnetic transients.

Required Skills, Competencies, Authorities and Training Needs:

  • Demonstrated knowledge of network analysis software to perform load flow, stability, reliability, and power quality analysis using a major network analysis software such as Siemens PSS®E or GE PSLF. Working knowledge of any additional software such as DIgSILENT PowerFactory, PSCAD, ATP-EMTP, EMTP-RV, SKM PowerTools, Powertech’s DSATools, Easy Power and PowerWorld preferred.
  • Understanding of power electronic devices, controls and systems, FACTS devices and their applications in utility and industrial environment.
  • Ability to develop and/or modify/adapt loadflow, stability, and EMTP software models for AMSC’s products.
  • Proficiency in a programming language (Fortran and/or Python preferred).
  • Comfortable working directly with customers to generate interest in AMSC’s products.
  • Familiarity with equipment standards and specifications.  
  • Capable of collaborating and cultivating customer relationships.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Job involves writing and presenting technical papers.
  • Comfortable teaching technical workshops on FACTS technology and their applications in power systems.
  • Occasional travel may be required, but additional travel opportunities (international and domestic) may be made available.

AMSC is an EEO M/F/D/V

New Milford, CT

Summary – Job Responsibilities – Activities:

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Manager of Business Development to drive growth and expansion within our Rectifiers Division. This role offers the opportunity to lead strategic initiatives, develop key partnerships, and capitalize on emerging market trends to strengthen our position as a market leader in rectifier technology.

Functions:

  • Strategic Planning:
    • Develop and implement comprehensive business development strategies aligned with Neeltran’s overall objectives and the specific needs of the Rectifiers Division.
    • Identify and prioritize target markets, industries, and customers for rectifier products.
    • Conduct market research and analysis to identify emerging trends, competitive threats, and growth opportunities.
  • Sales and Market Expansion:
    • Drive revenue growth by identifying and cultivating new business opportunities.
    • Build and maintain strong relationships with existing customers while actively seeking out new partnerships and customers.
    • Collaborate with the sales team to develop effective sales strategies and campaigns to promote rectifier products.
    • Evaluate and negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms to maximize profitability and customer satisfaction.
  • Product Development and Innovation:
    • Work closely with the engineering and product development teams to understand market requirements and customer needs.
    • Provide input into the development of new rectifier products and enhancements based on market feedback and industry trends.
    • Monitor competitor offerings and industry developments to ensure Neeltran maintains a competitive edge in the market.
  • Marketing and Branding:
    • Collaborate with the marketing team to develop marketing collateral, promotional materials, and digital marketing campaigns to support business development efforts.
    • Represent Neeltran at industry events, conferences, and trade shows to promote the Rectifiers Division and build brand awareness.
    • Work closely with the marketing team to develop content and thought leadership initiatives to position Neeltran as a leader in rectifier technology.
  • Team Leadership and Collaboration:
    • Lead and mentor a team of business development professionals, providing guidance, support, and feedback to drive performance and achieve objectives.
    • Foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment, encouraging teamwork and knowledge sharing across departments.
    • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including sales, marketing, engineering, and operations, to ensure alignment and cohesion in business development efforts.

Education – Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree in business administration, marketing, or related field, BS in Engineering is a plus as is MBA.
  • Proven track record of success in business development, sales or marketing roles within the power electronics industry, with a focus on rectifiers.
  • 2+ years’ experience as in business development/technical sales within power electronics industry. 
  • Background in the Rectifier Industry or related Power Electronics product would be valuable.

Required Skills, Competencies, Authorities and Training Needs:

  • Relationship management face to face and Salesforce
  • Self-motivated and results-oriented, with a passion for driving growth and innovation.
  • Strategic planning skills
  • Knowledge of product and sector
  • Financial and business acumen
  • Excellent presentation and communication skills
  • Ability to communicate accessibly and concisely about product or service to outsiders, including prospective customers and clients, partners, vendors. 
  • Effective organizational skills
  • Negotiation skills
  • Familiarity with technology and platforms used in your field.
  • Lead generation and management experience.
  • Understanding of the sales and marketing process for highly engineered, premium product selling to industries, OEMs and EPCs
  • Understanding of the strategies and effects of disruptive technologies in the marketplace.
  • Ability to effectively communicate with all levels within the AMSC organization.
  • This position requires honesty, strong internal ethical standards and unwavering integrity to be successful in the organization.

AMSC is an EEO M/F/D/V

Queensbury, NY

This role will be at our NEPSI location, in Queensbury, NY.

Summary – Job Responsibilities – Activities:

Assemble, modify, test, and adjust custom mechanical assemblies and apparatus applying knowledge of various assembly techniques and referring to shop drawings and instructions.

Functions:

  • Lifting to 75 pounds may be required.
  • Read and understand blueprints, drawings, wiring diagrams, mechanical prints, assembly and schematic drawings, and receive verbal instructions on work to be performed.
  • Fasten, align, and mount parts, components, relays, using hand and power tools. Route and terminate cables.
  • Attach hardware using nuts, bolts, rivets, screws, or other methods. Cut, bend, grind, de-burr, and mount bus bar.
  • Examine parts/ components that are installed to verify they are free from damage and defects. Notify supervisor if found.
  • Operate basic hand tools, saws, punches, grinders, drills.
  • Clean equipment, wipe clean, vacuum, or blow out metal chips and dirt. Perform work duties as assigned.
  • Clean up shop area of tools and work at the end of each shift.

Education – Experience:

  • Must have a have a high school/ GED degree
  • Be able operate basic hand tools
  • Lifting, bending, climbing ladders will be routine
  • Prior mechanical fabrication experience

Required Skills, Competencies, Authorities and Training Needs:

  • Must be able to perform work duties as assigned and perform a variety of assembly duties which may change often. 
  • Plan, lay-out, assemble, and install components and assemblies within fabricated steel assemblies per shop drawings.
  • Read and interpret blueprints, sketches, control drawings, or products specifications to determine sequence and methods of assembly, basic wiring, and installing of components and hardware. 
  • Ensures proper components are installed in appropriate sequence, per established methods, instructions, and drawings.
  • Measure out and mark dimensions and reference lines for installation of components. 
  • Install components such as disconnect switches, ground switch, relays, vacuum switches, interlocks, windows, door-stays, locks, capacitors, fuses, reactors, CT’s, PT’s, CPT’s, ground bus, phase bus, conductors, insulators, hardware, etc. 
  • Maintain proper clearances phase-to-phase and phase-to­ ground. 
  • Ensure properly rated conductors, wire, lugs are utilized. 
  • Perform process audits as requested. 
  • Must understand and comply with NEPSI quality system requirements and Health & Safety Programs.
AMSC is an EEO M/F/D/V