Power Applications Engineer

Monolithic Power Systems, Inc.; Kirkland (WA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Health care coverage

Dental and vision

Life and disability protection

Possible stock compensation

Sales incentive bonuses

Job summary

A leading semiconductor company is seeking candidates for a position involving defining and designing power modules/ICs for AI and data center applications. The role requires a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering and experience with switch mode power supplies and converters. Strong communication skills and self-motivation are essential. A comprehensive benefits package is offered, and the base salary range is $140,000 - $200,000 depending on experience and skills.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in switch mode power supplies including DC-DC, AC-DC or inverters.
• Previous experience with 48 V IBC modules and multi-phase buck converter design/test/optimization for CPU/GPU power delivery applications is highly preferred.
• Previous experience in a power supply manufacturer or power management IC company is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Define, design and deliver power modules/ICs for AI and data center applications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful product delivery.
• Provide application technical support and training for key customers.

Skills

Fluent communication skills in English

Excellent customer communication skills

Excellent writing and presentation skills

Self-motivated

Education

MSEE or higher

Tools

Switch mode power supplies

DC-DC converters

AC-DC inverters

Power management ICs

Job description

Monolithic Power Systems, Inc. (MPS) is one of the fastest growing companies in the Semiconductor industry. We are worldwide technical leaders in Integrated Power Semiconductors and Systems Power delivery architectures. At MPS, we cultivate creativity, are passionate about sustainability, and are committed to providing leading-edge products and innovation to our customers. Our portfolio of technology helps power our world — come join our team and see how YOU can make a difference.

Job Description

Job Summary

This position may be filled at different levels, depending on the candidate's experience, skills, and qualifications. Responsibilities include defining, designing and delivering power modules/ICs for AI, data center applications.

Essential Functions

• Work with design engineers, field applications team, and marketing to define and design power modules/ICs for AI, data center applications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to oversee the end-to-end manufacturing process and ensure successful product delivery.
• Provide application technical support and technical training for key customers and field application engineers.
• Develop application reference circuits and system level power management solutions for high performance computing, networking, server and cloud markets.

Qualifications

• MSEE or higher required.
• Hands‑on experience in switch mode power supplies including DC‑DC, AC‑DC or inverters.
• Previous experience with 48 V IBC modules and multi‑phase buck converter design/test/optimization for CPU/GPU power delivery applications is highly preferred.
• Previous experience in a power supply manufacturer or power management IC company is a plus.
• Fluent communication skills in English.
• Excellent customer communication skills.
• Excellent writing and presentation skills.
• Self‑motivated.

Locations

• San Jose, California
• Kirkland, Washington

MPS offers a comprehensive benefits package. We provide health care coverage, dental and vision, and life and disability protection. Employees in sales positions may be eligible for our sales incentive bonuses. Employees in certain positions may be eligible for stock compensation. For more information on MPS’ benefits please view our company website at www.monolithicpower.com.

Pay is based on market location and may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education and other job‑related reasons. The base salary range for this position is $140,000 - $200,000.

Monolithic Power Systems, Inc. (MPS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity in our employee population. It is the policy of MPS to provide equal opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or special disabled veteran, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.