Applications Engineer - Power Electronics

6 Degrees Search

North Carolina

On-site

USD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) Employer Match (up to 50% on 10

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Professional Development Opportunities

Job summary

6 Degrees Search in Raleigh, NC is seeking an Application Engineer - Power Electronics to drive technical excellence for power and thermal products at customer sites. You will lead pre-sales demonstrations, design-in support, and post-sale troubleshooting while building strong cross-functional relationships.

You will become the on-site technical champion, collaborating with global R&D and Sales to align projects with business goals.

Qualifications

B.S.E. in Electrical, Mechanical, or related engineering discipline.
3+ years’ related product or field application experience in power electronic products.
Willingness to travel 20–30%.

Responsibilities

Serve as on-site technical champion at customer locations and key accounts.
Deliver pre-sales demonstrations and design-in support.
Provide post-sales troubleshooting and training to customers.
Collaborate with Product Management, Sales, and Engineering to meet customer needs.
Create customer-facing technical materials and documentation.

Skills

Power electronics

Field applications

Customer-facing

Travel readiness

Education

B.S.E. in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Thermal management knowledge

Job description

Application Engineer - Power Electronics

Raleigh, NC

Company

Join a global leader in power and thermal management solutions, celebrated for innovative approaches and advanced technologies. With a steadfast commitment to excellence, they distinguish themselves through pioneering energy-efficiency solutions and award-winning industrial automation technology.

They continue to shape the future through:

Power and thermal management solutions
Microgrid solutions for data centers
Smart energy infrastructure for utility and residential applications
Advanced manufacturing automation and methods
Solar and battery farms

A true game-changer in the industry — where innovation meets opportunity.

They Value and Appreciate Their Employees

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with low out-of-pocket costs
401(k) Retirement Plan with a 50% company match on contributions up to 10% of salary
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance for financial support during challenging times
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for healthcare and dependent care
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with unlimited phone sessions and in-person counseling
Professional Development Opportunities with training and education programs to advance your career

Your Role with the Company

In this Field Application Engineer (FAE) role you will drive the successful implementation of power and thermal products while understanding customer needs and applications. This role requires deep technical expertise and commercial judgment to achieve business outcomes, while building strong cross-functional relationships across Product Management, Sales, Engineering, and key external stakeholders.

You’ll be the on-site technical champion at customer locations, key accounts, and partner organizations — delivering pre-sales demonstrations, design-in support, post-sales troubleshooting, and training. Success will rely on applying progressive project management practices, collaborating with global R&D, and approaching challenges with both curiosity and an entrepreneurial spirit.

Highlights of Your Impact

Provide technical and project leadership for named key accounts, serving as factory liaison
Deliver pre-sales applications support to expand adoption at strategic customers
Become the go-to technical expert, testing new product introductions and validating performance
Partner with R&D to close the loop on product issues, bugs, or improvement opportunities
Support sales with training, product launches, technical documentation, and industry trade shows
Develop customer-facing materials (application notes, presentations, success stories) to highlight solutions

Community Information

Based in Raleigh, North Carolina, you’ll find yourself in one of the fastest-growing innovation hubs in the U.S. The Research Triangle region is home to leading universities, a thriving tech corridor, and a strong manufacturing base.

Quality of Life: Affordable housing, low cost of living compared to other major tech centers, and a wide range of cultural and recreational options
Education: Excellent K-12 schools and proximity to Duke, UNC-Chapel Hill, and NC State
Lifestyle: Easy access to the Blue Ridge Mountains and Atlantic coast, with a vibrant dining, arts, and sports scene
Family-Friendly: Safe neighborhoods, diverse communities, and ample opportunities for outdoor activities year-round

Background Profile

B.S.E. in Electrical, Mechanical, or related engineering discipline
3+ years’ related product or field application experience in power electronic products
Proven ability to translate customer needs into solutions and champion those solutions internally
Hands-on expertise with power electronics (AC/DC, DC/DC, DC/AC converters, chargers, motor drives)
Familiarity with thermal solutions (axial fans, EC fans, liquid cooling, solenoids, pumps)
Strong communication, presentation, and cross-functional collaboration skills
Market familiarity with industries including industrial logistics, energy, agriculture, medical, lighting, automation, food & beverage, off-road vehicles, CNC machines, packaging, oil & gas
Willingness to travel 20–30%
Mandarin/Chinese is a Plus

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