Field Application Engineer - Automotive Power Electronics

STMicroelectronics•Santa Clara, CA

11h

About The Position

At STMicroelectronics, we believe in the power of technology to drive innovation and make a positive impact on people, businesses, and society. As a global semiconductor company, our advanced technologies and chips form the hidden foundation of the world we live in today. When you join ST, you will be part of a global business with more than 115 nationalities, present in 40 countries, and comprising over 50,000 diverse and dedicated creators and makers of technology around the world. Developing technologies takes more than talent: it takes amazing people who understand collaboration and respect. People with passion and the desire to disrupt the status quo, drive innovation, and unlock their own potential. Embark on a journey with us, where you can innovate for a future that we want to make smarter and greener, in a responsible and sustainable way. Our technology starts with you. We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Field Application Engineer (FAE) with expertise in automotive power electronics, focusing on gate drivers, traction inverter systems and on-board chargers. The successful candidate will provide technical leadership and customer support in the design, development, and implementation of power conversion solutions for automotive applications. A strong understanding of power semiconductor devices including IGBTs, SiC MOSFETs, and Power MOSFETs tailored for automotive environments is essential.

Requirements

Strong knowledge of power semiconductor devices: IGBTs, Silicon Carbide (SiC) MOSFETs, and Power MOSFETs designed for automotive environments.
1-2 years of relevant experience.
Understanding of automotive inverter topologies, on-board chargers topologies, gate driver ICs, and power conversion control strategies.
Hands-on experience in troubleshooting and supporting automotive traction inverter systems and gate driver circuits.
Familiarity with automotive standards and qualification processes (e.g., AEC-Q100, ISO 26262).
Proficiency in using electronic test equipment (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, signal generators) and simulation tools (MATLAB/Simulink).
Experience with PCB layout considerations for high-power automotive applications.
Strong firmware knowledge with experience in embedded C/C++ programming for microcontrollers.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex technical information clearly to customers and internal teams.

Nice To Haves

Experience with automotive communication protocols (CAN, LIN, Ethernet).
Knowledge of motor control algorithms and sensor integration.
Familiarity with EMC/EMI mitigation techniques in automotive power electronics.

Responsibilities

Drive system-level promotion and technical support of automotive traction inverter solutions and gate driver ICs to internal teams and external customers.
Troubleshoot complex application issues related to traction inverters, gate drivers, and power semiconductor devices.
Support sales and marketing teams in positioning ST’s automotive power semiconductor products and system solutions.
Capture market trends and customer feedback to product divisions and system labs to influence product roadmap and development.
Provide technical consultation and design assistance for customer applications involving power semiconductors, gate drivers, and traction inverter and on-board charger topologies.
Collaborate with customers from prototype bring-up through mass production ensuring robust and reliable product implementation.
Assist in the development and validation of new automotive traction inverter topologies and control strategies.
Perform electrical testing, environmental validation, and EMC/EMI compliance testing relevant to automotive power electronics.
Develop and deliver technical training, demos, and presentations on automotive power conversion products and solutions.
Work closely with design engineers to improve product robustness, reliability, and manufacturability.
Support PCB layout reviews and provide guidance on multilayer PCB design best practices for high-power automotive applications.
Lead root cause analysis and failure investigations related to power semiconductor devices and gate drivers in automotive traction systems.
Manage relationships with key customers and provide expert advice on power semiconductor selection and system integration.
Develop demonstration boards and application notes tailored for automotive traction inverter and gate driver applications.
Utilize simulation tools such as MATLAB/Simulink for system-level modeling and Simetrix/Simplix, SPICE component validation.
Collaborate cross-functionally with R&D, quality, manufacturing, and marketing teams.