Field Application Engineer - Data Center R&D

Delta Electronics (Americas) Ltd.; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Delta Electronics Americas is seeking a skilled Power Electronics Engineer to provide technical support for DC/DC and AC/DC power solutions, assist in design-in activities, and collaborate with R&D to advance next-generation products. The role includes field deployments, testing, and travel across North America.

You will analyze, simulate, and validate power architectures, work closely with engineering and manufacturing, and contribute to efficient, reliable power solutions for diverse

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering with a focus on Power Electronics.
• BS with 3+ years or MS with 1–2 years of industry or graduate research experience.
• Experience with DC/DC converters, AC/DC power conversion, SMPS, and analog/digital electronics.
• Hands-on hardware bring-up, debugging, and validation.
• Proficiency with MATLAB/Simulink, PLECS, LTspice, PSIM, or similar tools.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, communication, and customer-facing skills.
• Ability to travel up to 25% within North America.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for customers integrating DC/DC converters, AC/DC power supplies, and modular power systems.
• Support product evaluations, design-in activities, system integration, qualification, and field deployments.
• Recommend power architectures, converter selection, and application-specific solutions.
• Collaborate with R&D to improve next-generation power conversion products based on customer requirements.
• Perform simulation, hardware validation, electrical characterization, efficiency, thermal, and EMI/EMC testing.
• Troubleshoot customer issues, perform root cause analysis, and drive corrective actions.
• Support onsite customer testing, commissioning, and technical training across North America.
• Partner with engineering, quality, and manufacturing teams throughout new product introduction and production.

Skills

Power electronics

DC/DC converters

AC/DC power conversion

SMPS

Analog & digital electronics

Power converter control

MATLAB/Simulink

PLECS

LTspice

PSIM

Customer-facing skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering (Power Electronics focus)

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

PLECS

LTspice

PSIM

Job description

Who We Are

Delta, founded in 1971, is a global leader in switching power supplies and thermal management products with a thriving portfolio of innovative 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 innovative 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, which are spread across nearly 200 locations on five continents. Delta has 158 sales offices, 72 research and development (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 Dow Jones Sustainability™ World Index for 11 consecutive years. In 2021, Delta was also recognized by CDP with leadership-level ratings for its substantial contributions to climate change and water security issues, and was named Supplier Engagement Leader for its continuous development of a sustainable value chain.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for customers integrating DC/DC converters, AC/DC power supplies, and modular power systems.
• Support product evaluations, design-in activities, system integration, qualification, and field deployments.
• Recommend power architectures, converter selection, and application-specific solutions.
• Collaborate with R&D to improve next-generation power conversion products based on customer requirements.
• Perform simulation, hardware validation, electrical characterization, efficiency, thermal, and EMI/EMC testing.
• Troubleshoot customer issues, perform root cause analysis, and drive corrective actions.
• Support onsite customer testing, commissioning, and technical training across North America.
• Partner with engineering, quality, and manufacturing teams throughout new product introduction and production.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering with a focus on Power Electronics.
• BS with 3+ years of relevant experience or MS with 1–2 years of industry or graduate research experience.
• Experience with:
  • DC/DC converters
  • AC/DC power conversion
  • Switching power supplies (SMPS)
  • Analog and digital electronics
  • Power converter control
• Hands-on experience with hardware bring-up, debugging, and validation.
• Proficiency using MATLAB/Simulink, PLECS, LTspice, PSIM, or similar simulation tools.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, communication, and customer-facing skills.
• Ability to travel up to 25% within North America.

Pay Range

USD $120,000.00 - USD $150,000.00 /Yr.

Preferred Qualifications

• xperience with power converter topologies including:
  • LLC Resonant
  • Phase-Shifted Full Bridge (PSFB)
  • Buck, Boost, Buck-Boost
  • Flyback and Forward
  • Totem-Pole PFC
• Knowledge of:
  • Magnetics design
  • EMI/EMC
  • Thermal management
  • Power loss analysis
  • Electromagnetic theory
• Experience with SiC MOSFETs, SiC Diodes, Si IGBTs, and GaN power devices.
• Familiarity with mechanical packaging and thermal design for power electronics.

Benefit at Delta Electronics Americas

Life at Delta

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.