Senior Applications Engineer

Renesas Electronics Corp.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Renesas Electronics Corp. seeks a senior Power Management engineer to drive design-in activities and support tier‑1 customer designs.

You will collaborate with product definition, marketing, and field teams to define next‑gen DC‑DC and multiphase power solutions, while leading simulations, testing, and documentation. You will apply deep knowledge of DC/DC topologies and control loops to deliver robust solutions, with hands-on PCB reviews, software tool usage, and direct customer engagement

Qualifications

• Strong background in power management ICs, MOSFETs, regulation loops, and multi‑phase bucking systems.
• Experience with schematic capture and PCB layout reviews for evaluation boards and customer designs.
• Proficiency with Python or C; familiarity with lab automation is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead design-in activities and power tree architecture for customers.
• Contribute to product definition based on technical requirements and market needs.
• Perform schematic capture and PCB layout reviews for evaluation boards and customer designs.
• Develop and execute simulations of power converter circuits.
• Author technical documentation and design guidelines for customers.
• Provide technical training to FAEs and customer engineers.
• Offer on-site and remote technical support, root-cause analysis, and debugging.
• Conduct competitive market research to support marketing initiatives.
• Develop a system-level understanding of customer applications to guide new products.

Skills

Power electronics

Python/C

Lab equipment automation

PCB/layout debugging

Analog circuit modeling

DC/DC topologies

Schematic capture tools

Power management interfaces

Communication skills

Documentation

Education

BSEE/BSECE (7+ years)

MSEE (preferred, 5+ years)

Tools

OrCAD

Allegro

Cadence

SIMPLIS

PSpice

Job description

As a member of our Power Management business unit, you will play a pivotal role in driving the adoption of Renesas’ industry-leading power management solutions. You will collaborate closely with product definition, marketing, and field teams to develop innovative Winning Combinations (Success Stories), support key customer tier-1 designs, and define the next generation of highly efficient DC-DC and multiphase power solutions.

Responsibilities

• Design-In Support: Lead product promotion and design-in activities, including power tree architecture and power delivery system debugging.
• Product Definition: Contribute to the definition of innovative, differentiated products based on technical requirements and market needs.
• Hardware Review: Perform schematic capture and PCB layout reviews for both internal evaluation boards and customer designs.
• Simulation: Develop and execute simulations of power converter circuits and systems for development and resolution of technical issues.
• Documentation: Author technical documentation, such as application notes and design guidelines, to assist customers with product deployment.
• Technical Training: Provide training on product usage and DC-DC converter fundamentals to Field Application Engineers (FAEs) and customer engineering teams.
• Customer Engineering: Provide on-site and remote technical support to internal and external teams, conducting root-cause analysis and debugging.
• Market Research: Conduct competitive analysis and research to support marketing initiatives and strategic activities.
• Systems Engineering: Develop a comprehensive, system-level understanding of customer applications to inform new product development.

Job Description

As a member of our Power Management business unit, you will play a pivotal role in driving the adoption of Renesas’ industry-leading power management solutions. You will collaborate closely with product definition, marketing, and field teams to develop innovative Winning Combinations (Success Stories), support key customer tier-1 designs, and define the next generation of highly efficient DC-DC and multiphase power solutions.

Responsibilities

• Design-In Support: Lead product promotion and design-in activities, including power tree architecture and power delivery system debugging.
• Product Definition: Contribute to the definition of innovative, differentiated products based on technical requirements and market needs.
• Hardware Review: Perform schematic capture and PCB layout reviews for both internal evaluation boards and customer designs.
• Simulation: Develop and execute simulations of power converter circuits and systems for development and resolution of technical issues.
• Documentation: Author technical documentation, such as application notes and design guidelines, to assist customers with product deployment.
• Technical Training: Provide training on product usage and DC-DC converter fundamentals to Field Application Engineers (FAEs) and customer engineering teams.
• Customer Engineering: Provide on-site and remote technical support to internal and external teams, conducting root-cause analysis and debugging.
• Market Research: Conduct competitive analysis and research to support marketing initiatives and strategic activities.
• Systems Engineering: Develop a comprehensive, system-level understanding of customer applications to inform new product development.

Qualifications

• Excellent organizational skills, with a high degree of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Prior experience with power IC, MOSFET, control loop, digital controllers, multi-phase buck
• Competence in Python or C; experience with lab equipment automation is a significant benefit.
• Proficiency with lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, electronic loads, and function generators.
• Experience with analog circuit modeling and simulation tools (e.g., SIMPLIS and PSpice) is required.
• Advanced knowledge of DC/DC converter topologies, including buck, boost, buck-boost, charge pump, and intermediate bus converters.
• Schematic capture and PCB design tools such as OrCAD, Allegro, and Cadence.
• Knowledge of Intel SVID/AMD SVI and PMBus/AVSBus power management interfaces is a plus.
• Knowledge of control theory, closed-loop compensation, and stability margin analysis.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential.

Education

• BSEE/BSECE with 7+ years of relevant experience, or MSEE (preferred) with 5+ years of experience.

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.