Power System Application Engineer

Renesas Electronics • Plano, TX

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About The Position

As a System Engineer, you will define and validate system-level solutions for server power products in the growing AI server market. This hardware system engineering role involves interfacing with customers to define power products, IC requirements, and system specifications; generating validation plans; and developing reference designs to support robust integration of 48V IBC in server, telecom, and industrial systems. You will drive cross-functional teams to deliver differentiated, highly integrated power solutions.

Renesas is an embedded semiconductor solution provider with a global team of over 21,000 engineers and problem solvers in more than 30 countries. Its technology serves the Automotive, Industrial, Infrastructure, and IoT markets. The company describes its culture as TAGIE: Transparent, Agile, Global, Innovative, and Entrepreneurial. It offers a competitive benefits package alongside salary; further information is provided during the hiring process.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree or above in Electrical or Electronic Engineering.
• At least 5 years of experience.
• Strong expertise in power electronics, including DC-DC converters.
• Good understanding of power topologies, control loop theory, and stability analysis.
• Experience in IC definition and system integration.
• Hands-on experience with PCB schematic/layout and CAD tools.
• Familiarity with simulation tools such as PSpice and SIMPLIS.
• Strong skills in laboratory debugging and validation.
• Experience developing technical collateral such as datasheets, user guides, and training materials.
• Self-driven and results-oriented, with strong cross-functional leadership.

Responsibilities

• Conduct market analysis and define power products and specifications for the 48V IBC market.
• Collaborate with customers, sales, product marketing, applications, design, and validation teams to define architecture and specifications.
• Define IC requirements, such as controller, driver, and power stage requirements, aligned with system needs.
• Design and develop proof-of-concepts, validation platforms, and reference designs.
• Investigate and validate advanced 48V DC/DC and integrated solutions.
• Develop simulation models, calculators, and datasheets for product release.
• Perform system-level analysis, including power integrity, thermal performance, and fault response.
• Create application notes and reference designs for real-world use cases.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits package alongside salary; further information will be provided during the hiring process.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior