Graduate Field Applications Engineer

Renesas Electronics Corp.; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 98,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

Renesas Electronics Corp. in San Jose, CA is seeking a New College Graduate to join our Field Applications Engineering team supporting AI, datacenter, server, networking, and HPC customers.

The role focuses on power electronics and system-level power delivery; you will work with seasoned engineers to validate power solutions, troubleshoot complex issues, and help customers deploy cutting-edge technology. The position offers on-site training, broad collaboration with sales and engineering, and a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (or Master’s degree).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Self-motivated team player with ability to handle multiple tasks.
• Knowledge of the semiconductor industry is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Engage in hands-on training and progress toward full FAE responsibilities.
• Troubleshoot power supply circuits and assist with component selection and layout.
• Review schematics and layout, modify evaluation boards for demos.
• Support customers on-site to resolve product issues and enable deployments.
• Collaborate with sales and marketing to secure design wins and provide competitive analysis.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Self-motivated

Team player

Semiconductor industry knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Field Applications Engineer (NCG) – Datacenter & Power Solutions

Renesas is seeking a highly motivated New College Graduate (NCG) to join our FieldApplications Engineering team supporting strategic AI, datacenter, server, networking, andhigh-performance computing customers.

This position is designed for engineers who are passionate about power electronics, powerconversion, and system-level power delivery. The successful candidate will work alongsideexperienced Field Applications Engineers and Power Systems Engineers to support customerdesigns, perform validation and characterization of power solutions, troubleshoot complextechnical issues, and assist customers in deploying industry-leading power managementtechnologies.

The role is based in San Jose, CA and will support customers in the Bay area while utilizingRenesas' engineering laboratory in San Jose for hands‑on validation, testing, and debugactivities.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Entry-level training and role progression: The position starts with hands‑on training under asenior FAE, focusing on customer design development, technical reviews, troubleshooting, and product evaluation, with the role evolving into a full Field Applications Engineer responsible fortechnical pre‑sales and post‑sales support.
• Core responsibilities: Responsibilities include troubleshooting power supply circuits, assistingwith component selection and board layout, conducting schematic and layout reviews,modifying evaluation boards for demos, and supporting customers on‑site to resolve product related issues.
• Sales and customer engagement: The FAE aims to secure design wins, provide competitiveanalysis, guide sales strategies, maintain communication with marketing and management, andbuild close relationships with customers, sales teams, and distributors to advance Renesasproducts.

Qualifications

• Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree with up to 2 years experience or a recent Masters' degree in ElectricalEngineering.
• Possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Be self‑motivated
• Teamplayers capable of handling multiple tasks
• Knowledge of the semiconductor industry - as a plus.

Additional Information

The expected annual pay range for this position is $98,000 - $122,600. This position is also eligible for commission pay. Please note that the final offer amount will be dependent on geographic location, applicable experience, and skillset of the candidate.

Renesas offers a full range of elective benefits including medical, health savings account (with applicable medical plan), dental, vision, health and/or dependent care flexible spending accounts, pre‑tax commuter benefits, life insurance, AD&D, and pet insurance. In addition to elective benefit options, benefited employees receive company‑paid life insurance and AD&D, LTD, short term medical benefits as well as paid sick time, paid holidays, and accrued paid vacation. New employees will attend a detailed benefit orientation to learn more about our many benefits and resources.

Renesas is an embedded semiconductor solution provider driven by its Purpose, To Make Our Lives Easier. With a global team of over 21,000 engineers and problem solvers in more than 30 countries, we offer the opportunity to work on world‑leading technology for Automotive, Industrial, Infrastructure, and IoT, shaping a safer, healthier, greener, and smarter future.

At Renesas, TAGIE is our culture, grounded in being Transparent, Agile, Global, Innovative, and Entrepreneurial. It shapes how we work, grow and deliver on our purpose together. This collaborative spirit and mindset drive our semiconductor technology to transform industries and impact millions of lives.

We believe in rewarding our employees with a competitive benefits package alongside their salary. More information will be provided during the hiring process.

Are you ready to join our team and shape the future with us?

Renesas Electronics is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, committed to supporting diversity and fostering a work environment free of discrimination on the basis of sex, race, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, military status, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. For more information, please read our Diversity & Inclusion Statement .

Renesas Electronics deals with dual‑use technology that is subject to U.S. export controls regulations. Under these regulations it may be necessary for Renesas to obtain U.S. government export license prior to release of technology to certain persons. The decision whether or not to file or pursue an export license application is at the sole discretion of Renesas.