Senior Field Applications Engineer (Power Electronics)

TL;DR

Senior Field Applications Engineer (Power Electronics): Providing technical support for power architecture and voltage regulator engagements for datacenter and AI platforms with an accent on system-level power expertise and board-level debug. Focus on executing VR simulations, validating multiphase power solutions, and solving complex electrical issues for strategic customers.

Location: Must be based in the San Jose, CA area (Remote Work Available: No)

Salary: $135,000 – $168,000

Company

A leading embedded semiconductor solution provider specializing in scalable solutions for automotive, industrial, infrastructure, and IoT industries.

What you will do

• Serve as the primary technical interface for strategic customer accounts, supporting power architecture from design through production.
• Perform VR solution simulations with application-specific PDNs in SIMPLIS to support design reviews and risk reduction.
• Execute validation of multiphase power solutions for datacenter and AI platforms, including transient response and efficiency.
• Diagnose complex electrical and system issues using high-end lab instrumentation like oscilloscopes and network analyzers.
• Collaborate with Sales, Product, and Engineering teams to drive design wins and mitigate technical risks on active programs.

Requirements

• BS or MS in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in power electronics, voltage regulator validation, or system-level power architecture.
• Must be based in San Jose, CA.
• Strong hands-on experience with bench-level electrical testing and debug methodologies.
• Proficiency with lab equipment, including electronic loads, current probes, and soldering tools.

Nice to have

• Experience supporting AI, ML, CPU, GPU, or server power delivery applications.
• Hands-on experience with multiphase buck converters and digital VR controllers.
• Familiarity with SIMPLIS simulation environment and test automation workflows.
• Experience in a field applications or product applications role working with strategic customers.

Culture & Benefits

• Full range of elective benefits including medical, dental, vision, and health savings accounts (HSA).
• Company-paid life insurance, AD&D, and long-term disability (LTD).
• Paid sick time, paid holidays, and accrued vacation.
• Inclusive work environment with Employee Resource Groups and professional development opportunities.