Principal Engineer, Applications

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.

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.