Power System Application Engineer

Renesas Electronics Corporation; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Renesas Electronics Corporation in Plano, TX is seeking a System Engineer to define and validate system‑level solutions for 48V IBC power products in data centers, telecom, and industrial applications. You will collaborate with customers and cross‑functional teams to deliver robust, highly integrated power solutions and reference designs.

The role requires 5+ years in power electronics, hands‑on PCB layout/CAD experience, and the ability to develop datasheets, application notes, and validation

Qualifications

• BS or above in Electrical/Electronic Engineering with 5+ years’ experience.
• Strong expertise in power electronics (DC-DC converters).
• Good understanding of power topologies, control loop theory, and stability analysis.
• Experience in IC definition and system integration.
• Hands‑on experience with PCB schematic/layout and CAD tools.
• Familiarity with simulation tools (PSpice, SIMPLIS, etc.).
• Strong skills in lab debugging and validation.
• Experience developing technical collateral (datasheets, user guides, training materials).
• Self‑driven, results‑oriented, with strong cross‑functional leadership.

Responsibilities

• Define market requirements and specifications for 48V IBC power products.
• Collaborate with customers, sales, product marketing, applications, design, validation teams to define architecture and specs.
• Define IC requirements aligned with system needs.
• Design and develop proof‑of‑concepts, validation platforms, and reference designs.
• Investigate and validate advanced 48V DC/DC and integrated solutions.
• Develop simulation models, calculators, and datasheets for product release.
• Perform system‑level analysis (power integrity, thermal performance, fault response).
• Create application notes and reference designs for real‑world use cases.

Skills

Power electronics

IC definition

Cross-functional leadership

System integration

Lab debugging

Education

BS in Electrical/Electronic Engineering

Tools

PSpice

SIMPLIS

PCB CAD

Job description

Job Description

As a System Engineer, you will define and validate system-level solutions for server power products in the growing AI server market. In this hardware system engineering role, you will interface with customers to define power products, IC requirements, and system specifications, generate validation plans, and develop reference designs to ensure robust integration of 48V IBC in server, telecom, and industrial systems. You will drive cross-functional teams to deliver differentiated, highly integrated power solutions.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct market analysis and define power products and specifications for the 48V IBC market
• Collaborate with customers, sales, product marketing, applications, design, and validation teams to define architecture and specifications
• Define IC requirements (e.g., controller, driver, power stage) aligned with system needs
• Design and develop proof‑of‑concepts, validation platforms, and reference designs
• Investigate and validate advanced 48V DC/DC and integrated solutions
• Develop simulation models, calculators, and datasheets for product release
• Perform system-level analysis (power integrity, thermal performance, fault response)
• Create application notes and reference designs for real-world use cases

Qualifications

• BS or above in Electrical/Electronic Engineering with 5+ years’ experience
• Strong expertise in power electronics (DC-DC converters)
• Good understanding of power topologies, control loop theory, and stability analysis
• Experience in IC definition and system integration
• Hands‑on experience with PCB schematic/layout and CAD tools
• Familiarity with simulation tools (PSpice, SIMPLIS, etc.)
• Strong skills in lab debugging and validation
• Experience developing technical collateral (datasheets, user guides, training materials)
• Self‑driven, results‑oriented, with strong cross‑functional leadership

Additional Information

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.