Staff Applications Engineer
Pubblicato il 24-10-2026 - Renesas Electronics in Italia
pulliCompensation: EUR 71,000
- EUR 95,000
- yearly /li /ul h3Job Description /h3 pbHelp define the next generation of power delivery solutions for AI and high-performance computing, from architecture exploration and proof of concept through silicon product definition and laboratory validation. /b /p pbAs a Senior Staff Application Engineer in the Renesas Power Computing Business Unit, you will operate at the intersection of power system architecture, converter design and semiconductor product definition. /bYou will explore state-of-the-art and emerging DC/DC converter topologies that address the rapidly increasing power demands of modern AI and compute ASICs. This fast-moving market rewards strong technical judgment, inventive thinking, quick execution and adaptability. /p pYou will work cross-functionally with Systems Engineering, IC Design, Applications, Packaging, Technology and Marketing teams. In this highly visible technical role, you will provide forward-looking expertise across electrical design, magnetics, power electronics, control and digital technologies, while influencing product roadmaps and solution strategy. /p pYou will join an experienced team focused on power converter architecture, implementation and validation. Your contribution will span the complete development path: creating converter proof-of-concept platforms, developing detailed simulation models, translating system requirements into new silicon product specifications, and optimizing solutions for power density, reliability, cost, scalability and flexibility. /p h3What You Will Do /h3 ul liDefine and evaluate next-generation power conversion architectures for AI and high-performance computing platforms. /li liDevelop detailed electrical and system-level models using SIMPLIS and other appropriate simulation environments.
/li liTranslate system-level and customer requirements into device-level specifications that support new silicon product definition. /li liPlan and execute converter characterization, including data collection, data analysis and correlation between simulation and bench measurements. /li liDevelop automated measurement, characterization and validation setups to improve speed, repeatability and data quality. /li liGuide schematic and PCB implementation, with particular focus on component placement, power-stage layout, signal integrity, thermal performance and manufacturability. /li liCustomize proposed solutions to address customer application requirements and support technical engagement with key stakeholders. /li liProvide technical leadership across disciplines and communicate complex findings clearly to engineering, product and business teams. /li /ul h3Qualifications /h3 ul li10+ years of relevant experience in power conversion, power management, semiconductor applications or related system design. /li liStrong experience in the design, modeling, development and laboratory validation of high-performance power converters across low-voltage and high-voltage domains. /li liDeep understanding of control-loop design, stability analysis, transient response and implementation constraints. /li liSolid knowledge of resonant and non-resonant power conversion topologies,
including the ability to evaluate topology trade-offs at system level. /li liExperience with magnetic component selection or design and an understanding of the relationship between magnetics, switching frequency, efficiency, thermal performance and power density. /li liAbility to move effectively from concept and simulation to hardware implementation, measurement and product definition. /li liMaster's degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics or a closely related discipline. An equivalent combination of education and relevant experience will also be considered. /li /ul pPreferred Experience /p ul liPower delivery architectures for AI accelerators, high-performance computing, data-center platforms or other high-current digital loads. /li liMultiphase buck converters, point-of-load regulation, voltage regulator architectures or high-current power stages. /li liSIMPLIS or equivalent power electronics simulation tools. /li liPython or similar languages for measurement automation, data processing and visualization. /li liSemiconductor product definition, customer-facing technical support or cross-functional technology development. /li /ul h3Additional Information /h3 pThe expected annual pay range for this position is €71,000-€95,000. Please note that the final offer will depend on factors such as geographic location, relevant experience, and the candidate’s skill set. This role is also eligible for a premio. /p pRenesas is an embedded semiconductor solution provider driven by its Purpose, bTo Make Our Lives Easier /b. With a global team of over 21,000 engineers and problem solvers in more than 30 countries,
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