Lead evaluation and validation of advanced SiC power modules, perform simulation and hands-on bench testing, design/test evaluation boards, produce application notes/datasheets, support customers and product roadmap, and collaborate cross-functionally.
As a Principal Applications Engineer, you will work in a fast‑paced team that evaluates new Silicon Carbide (SiC) technologies, validates next‑generation SiC power modules for data centers, industrial markets, and supports release to production. The work includes theoretical analysis of power converter topologies, simulation, and hands‑on bench testing. You will interact with leading global customers and collaborate with teams across onsemi. You will also have a direct influence on future product roadmaps.
Responsibilities
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to:
- Evaluate and validate advanced SiC power modules
- Work in a modern, well‑equipped high‑power laboratory
- Design and test evaluation boards, and write application notes and datasheets
- Partner with marketing to create collateral and support tradeshows
- Collaborate with customers on complex power semiconductor challenges and build long‑term technical relationships
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering with 8 years of experience, with the focus on power electronics
- Experience with power module validation is strongly preferred
- Strong understanding of power converter topologies
- Solid knowledge of SiC device behavior and key tradeoffs
- Familiarity with control theory, analog circuits, power supply design, and basic digital electronics
- Experience with PCB layout, LabView, and/or Python is a plus
- Strong proficiency with SPICE simulators, SIMPLIS/Simetrix, and MATLAB or equivalent tools
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
- This is a highly visible role and includes up to 10 percent travel to support customers worldwide.
onsemi (Nasdaq: ON) is driving disruptive innovations to help build a better future. With a focus on automotive and industrial end-markets, the company is accelerating change in megatrends such as vehicle electrification and safety, sustainable energy grids, industrial automation, and 5G and cloud infrastructure. With a highly differentiated and innovative product portfolio, onsemi creates intelligent power and sensing technologies that solve the world’s most complex challenges and leads the way in creating a safer, cleaner, and smarter world.
More details about our company benefits can be found here:
https://www.onsemi.com/careers/career-benefits
onsemi is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, or local laws.
If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact [email protected] for assistance.
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