Field Application Engineer Power - Austin

Delta Electronics Americas; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Delta Electronics Americas seeks a Thermal Engineer (Field Application Engineer) to support product adoption and sales conversion from NPI to mass production. You will define specifications and deliver thermal solutions aligned with customer needs.

You will engage with customers and Delta teams to analyze designs, provide technical guidance, and coordinate with Asia-based design and manufacturing groups to implement effective cooling solutions for data centers and telecom environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) or Mechanical Engineering (BSME).
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Lead meetings with customers and Delta engineering teams to discuss specifications and challenges.
• Analyze customer and OEM designs to propose thermal solutions early in development.
• Provide technical support on applications, specifications, and quality.
• Serve as liaison between customers, Delta U.S., and global engineering teams.
• Support sales teams with product knowledge and guidance.
• Collaborate with design and manufacturing teams in Asia to implement solutions.
• Communicate market trends and technology insights to product teams.
• Engage with customer product teams to understand requirements and delivery timelines.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Customer-focused mindset

Organizational skills

Adaptability

Education

BSEE or BSME

Master’s degree in power electronics or EE

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Delta, founded in 1971, is a global leader in switching power supplies and thermal management products with a thriving portfolio of smart energy-saving systems and solutions in the fields of industrial automation, building automation, telecom power, data center infrastructure, EV charging, renewable energy, energy storage and display, to nurture the development of smart manufacturing and sustainable cities. As a world-class corporate citizen guided by its mission statement, “To provide innovative, clean and energy-efficient solutions for a better tomorrow,” Delta leverages its core competence in high-efficiency power electronics and its ESG-embedded business model to address key environmental issues, such as climate change. Delta serves customers through its sales offices, R&D centers and manufacturing facilities spread over close to 200 locations across five continents. Delta has 158 sales offices, 72 R&D centers and 48 manufacturing facilities worldwide. Throughout its history, Delta has received various global awards and recognition for its business achievements, innovative technologies, and dedication to ESG. Since 2011, Delta has been listed on the DJSI World Index of Dow Jones Sustainability™ Indices for 11 consecutive years. In 2021, Delta was also recognized by CDP with leadership level ratings for its substantial contribution to climate change and water security issues and named Supplier Engagement Leader for its continuous development of a sustainable value chain.

Delta, founded in 1971, is a global leader in switching power supplies and thermal management products with a thriving portfolio of smart energy-saving systems and solutions in the fields of industrial automation, building automation, telecom power, data center infrastructure, EV charging, renewable energy, energy storage and display, to nurture the development of smart manufacturing and sustainable cities. As a world-class corporate citizen guided by its mission statement, “To provide innovative, clean and energy-efficient solutions for a better tomorrow,” Delta leverages its core competence in high-efficiency power electronics and its ESG-embedded business model to address key environmental issues, such as climate change. Delta serves customers through its sales offices, R&D centers and manufacturing facilities spread over close to 200 locations across five continents. Delta has 158 sales offices, 72 R&D centers and 48 manufacturing facilities worldwide. Throughout its history, Delta has received various global awards and recognition for its business achievements, innovative technologies, and dedication to ESG. Since 2011, Delta has been listed on the DJSI World Index of Dow Jones Sustainability™ Indices for 11 consecutive years. In 2021, Delta was also recognized by CDP with leadership level ratings for its substantial contribution to climate change and water security issues and named Supplier Engagement Leader for its continuous development of a sustainable value chain.

Key Responsibilities

The Thermal Engineer (Field Application Engineer) collaborates with internal teams, partners, and customers to support successful product adoption and sales conversion. This role spans from new product introduction (NPI) through mass production (MP), helping define product specifications and delivering thermal management solutions aligned with customer requirements.

Customer & Technical Engagement

• Lead meetings with customers and Delta engineering teams to discuss specifications, applications, and technical challenges
• Analyze customer and OEM system designs to recommend appropriate thermal solutions early in the development cycle
• Provide technical support on applications, specifications, and quality-related matters
• Serve as a technical liaison between customers, Delta U.S., and global engineering teams
• Support sales teams and channel partners with product knowledge and application guidance

Internal Collaboration

• Work closely with design and manufacturing teams in Asia to develop and implement thermal management solutions
• Gather and communicate market trends and technology insights to product teams

External Collaboration

• Engage with customer product development teams to understand system requirements, design direction, and delivery timelines
• Provide technical expertise on thermal solutions, including fans, heat sinks, and liquid cooling systems

Market & Product Support

• Conduct market analysis to identify new product opportunities, emerging technologies, and industry trends

Core Competencies

• Strong problem-solving and customer-focused mindset
• Ability to identify customer needs and develop tailored solutions
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools
• Adaptability and ability to quickly learn internal systems and processes

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) or Mechanical Engineering (BSME)
• 3–5 years of experience in thermal design or applications engineering
• Strong understanding of rack-level and data center cooling solutions
• Familiarity with telecom and IT industry applications
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally
• In-depth knowledge of thermal management solutions, including:
• Ability to deploy, commission, and test thermal solutions in customer labs or data center environments

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in power electronics engineering or EE
• Military Experience in Electronics or Avionics with 8 years
• Experience with power supply technical discipline with 8 years

Benefit at Delta Electronics Americas

EEO Statement

Delta Electronics Americas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. Delta Electronics America is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.