Staff Power Applications Engineer

Analog Devices; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 150,978 - 218,624; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision and dental coverage

401k

Paid vacation

Holidays

Sick time

Job summary

Dormont Manufacturing Co is seeking a Staff Power Applications Engineer located in San Jose, California. This role focuses on driving innovation in high‑performance power solutions essential for AI computing and cloud infrastructure.

The ideal candidate will have a strong electrical engineering background, hands-on lab experience, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively. The expected salary ranges from $150,978 to $218,624, depending on qualifications.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of electrical engineering fundamentals.
• Minimum BSEE + 4 years of experience; Preferred MSEE + 5 years of experience.
• Hands-on experience with lab equipment.

Responsibilities

• Lead system and product definitions.
• Develop proof of concept models.
• Generate and validate reference designs.
• Support troubleshooting of technical problems.

Skills

Electrical engineering fundamentals

Analytical skills

Power electronics understanding

Circuit simulation software

Lab equipment experience

Debugging circuits

Self-management

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

BSEE with 4 years experience or MSEE with 5 years experience

Tools

Oscilloscope

Power supplies

DAQ

Job description

Staff Power Applications Engineer

Job Description

At ADI, we are building the next generation of high‑performance power solutions to meet the rapidly evolving demands of AI computing, cloud infrastructure, and intelligence edge. As part of the Data Center team, you’ll have the opportunity to drive innovation at the heart of the world’s most advanced computing systems.

This role is more than a job—it’s a chance to make a lasting impact on the global data center ecosystem while advancing your career alongside some of the brightest minds in power technology. You’ll work on cutting‑edge architectures, collaborate with leading industry partners, and contribute to solutions that push the boundaries of power efficiency, density, and scalability.

The candidate will work in a team of engineers to develop power products for the Data Center Market. This will involve close collaboration with some of the best circuit designers in the industry armed with the tools, knowledge, and technologies of the leader in power management. The job requires good understanding of power electronics and laboratory skills. Additional job responsibilities include writing circuit documentation and application notes as well as product promotion in front of customers and business development. More specifically, the candidate needs to contribute in the following areas:

• Product Development
  • Lead system, architecture and product definitions
  • Develop proof of concept simulation models and correlate with bench performance
  • Engage with key customers on product roadmap discussions
  • Experimental verification of products in development to identify problems and limitations
• Product Support
  • Generate and validate reference designs for system verification and customer applications
  • Develop design collaterals to assist customers with designs, such as datasheets, evaluation kit manuals, application notes, layout guidelines and simulation models
  • Verification and testing of evaluation kits, and generation of evaluation reports for customers
  • Support troubleshooting of difficult or unusual technical problems

Education & Experience

Minimum BSEE + 4 years of experience; Preferred MSEE (or equivalent) + 5 years of experience

Required Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of electrical engineering fundamentals, control loop and architecture
• Strong analytical skills
• Power electronics understanding – operation and control of DC‑DC converters
• Understanding of circuit simulation and/or software development tools and techniques
• Hands‑on experience with lab equipment (i.e. power supplies, oscilloscope, electronic‑load, DAQ)
• Experience in debugging circuits
• Ability to self‑manage and meet deadlines
• Can work both independently and with a cross‑functional team

Preferred Qualifications

• Clear and concise communication skills
• Fundamentals on IC design and architecture

Analog Devices is an equal opportunity employer. We foster a culture where everyone has an opportunity to succeed regardless of their race, color, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, social or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, union membership, and political affiliation, or any other legally protected group.

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Salary and Benefits

The expected wage range for a new hire into this position is $150,978 to $218,624.

• Actual wage offered may vary depending on work location, experience, education, training, external market data, internal pay equity, or other bona fide factors.
• This position qualifies for a discretionary performance‑based bonus which is based on personal and company factors.
• This position includes medical, vision and dental coverage, 401k, paid vacation, holidays, and sick time, and other benefits.