Renesas
Overview
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Principal Application Engineer to join our team, specializing in low-voltage GaN (Gallium Nitride) technology. With at least 10 years of experience in power electronics, you will be responsible for driving product definition, developing innovative reference designs, and supporting customers through deep technical expertise. You will also contribute to the creation of technical materials and relay valuable feedback to guide product development. Key Responsibilities
Product Definition:
Lead the definition of new low-voltage GaN products, ensuring alignment with customer needs and emerging market demands. Reference Design & Evaluation Board Development:
Design and develop innovative reference designs and evaluation boards using low-voltage GaN technology to demonstrate product capabilities and help customers integrate the products effectively. LV GaN Focus Areas:
Develop reference designs for industrial, consumer, and computing applications Optimize switching performance in compact, thermally constrained environments Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address EMI, thermal, and layout challenges unique to LV GaN designs
Customer Support:
Provide expert customer support, including on-site troubleshooting and customer visits to offer technical guidance and resolve design issues. Technical Documentation:
Create high-quality technical collaterals including application notes, white papers, and marketing materials that communicate product benefits, use cases, and best practices. Customer Feedback Integration:
Collect and relay customer feedback to the product team to shape future product features and improvements. Qualifications
Bachelors or masters degree in electrical/Electronics/Power Electronics Engineering or a related field Relevant 2+ years of experience working with high/low-voltage GaN technology and power electronics Hands-on experience in AC-DC, DC-DC, or DC-AC converter development for industrial, datacenter, consumer, or computing applications Nice to have: Experience in embedded firmware for power converters Excellent skills in testing high-speed WBG (Wide Bandgap) device switching Strong fundamentals in power electronics with a focus on low-voltage GaN-based systems Excellent technical writing skills for producing application notes, white papers, and documentation Strong communication and interpersonal skills for working directly with customers Proven ability to troubleshoot complex technical challenges Skills
Proficiency in Altium for schematic design and PCB layout Experience with power electronics simulation tools such as Simetrix, Simplis, PLECS, and LTSpice Knowledge and hands-on experience in designing magnetic components (e.g., inductors, transformers) Company Description
Renesas is a global semiconductor company that provides solutions across automotive, industrial, infrastructure, and IoT markets. Our portfolio includes MCUs, SoCs, analog and power products, and Winning Combination solutions that integrate these products to accelerate time to market. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and strive to build a sustainable future. Additional Information
Renesas Electronics Corporation empowers a safer, smarter and more sustainable future. Learn more at www.renesas.com. Renesas is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. For more information, please read our Diversity & Inclusion Statement. #J-18808-Ljbffr
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Principal Application Engineer to join our team, specializing in low-voltage GaN (Gallium Nitride) technology. With at least 10 years of experience in power electronics, you will be responsible for driving product definition, developing innovative reference designs, and supporting customers through deep technical expertise. You will also contribute to the creation of technical materials and relay valuable feedback to guide product development. Key Responsibilities
Product Definition:
Lead the definition of new low-voltage GaN products, ensuring alignment with customer needs and emerging market demands. Reference Design & Evaluation Board Development:
Design and develop innovative reference designs and evaluation boards using low-voltage GaN technology to demonstrate product capabilities and help customers integrate the products effectively. LV GaN Focus Areas:
Develop reference designs for industrial, consumer, and computing applications Optimize switching performance in compact, thermally constrained environments Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address EMI, thermal, and layout challenges unique to LV GaN designs
Customer Support:
Provide expert customer support, including on-site troubleshooting and customer visits to offer technical guidance and resolve design issues. Technical Documentation:
Create high-quality technical collaterals including application notes, white papers, and marketing materials that communicate product benefits, use cases, and best practices. Customer Feedback Integration:
Collect and relay customer feedback to the product team to shape future product features and improvements. Qualifications
Bachelors or masters degree in electrical/Electronics/Power Electronics Engineering or a related field Relevant 2+ years of experience working with high/low-voltage GaN technology and power electronics Hands-on experience in AC-DC, DC-DC, or DC-AC converter development for industrial, datacenter, consumer, or computing applications Nice to have: Experience in embedded firmware for power converters Excellent skills in testing high-speed WBG (Wide Bandgap) device switching Strong fundamentals in power electronics with a focus on low-voltage GaN-based systems Excellent technical writing skills for producing application notes, white papers, and documentation Strong communication and interpersonal skills for working directly with customers Proven ability to troubleshoot complex technical challenges Skills
Proficiency in Altium for schematic design and PCB layout Experience with power electronics simulation tools such as Simetrix, Simplis, PLECS, and LTSpice Knowledge and hands-on experience in designing magnetic components (e.g., inductors, transformers) Company Description
Renesas is a global semiconductor company that provides solutions across automotive, industrial, infrastructure, and IoT markets. Our portfolio includes MCUs, SoCs, analog and power products, and Winning Combination solutions that integrate these products to accelerate time to market. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and strive to build a sustainable future. Additional Information
Renesas Electronics Corporation empowers a safer, smarter and more sustainable future. Learn more at www.renesas.com. Renesas is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. For more information, please read our Diversity & Inclusion Statement. #J-18808-Ljbffr