Applications Engineer

Job Title

Applications Engineer

Role Summary

Work with design engineers and customers to develop power-management ICs and system-level solutions for consumer AV, imaging, PC peripherals, portable devices, networking and automotive applications. Provide product specification input, customer application support, and coordinate technical activities with factory and design centers; the role includes regional customer-facing support and travel.

Experience Level

Mid-level — typically 5–6 years of experience in analog power management, field applications, design, or testing within the semiconductor industry.

Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities include:

• Provide technical support to customers and sales channel partners across the assigned territory.
• Coordinate technical matters with factory and design centers (e.g., California, Hangzhou, Chengdu) as needed.
• Manage joint development programs with customers.
• Identify new customers, applications, and opportunities and recommend appropriate products.
• Support new product promotion and contribute product ideas for business development.
• Collaborate with customers on system architecture design, troubleshooting, and evaluation kit demonstrations.
• Develop and deliver technical training for internal teams and customers.
• Travel regionally to support customer sites as required.

Requirements

Must-have qualifications:

• 5–6 years hands-on experience in analog power management electronics, design/testing, or as a Field Application Engineer in the semiconductor industry.
• Experience with DC/DC PMICs using I2C or PMBus; automotive experience is mandatory.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English and the local language.
• Ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly to customers and internal teams.
• Self-motivated, able to operate with minimal supervision, and willing to travel as needed.

Nice-to-have:

• Experience with motor drivers.
• Ability to evaluate EVB and customer boards on the bench.
• Understanding of common power supply architectures and DC-DC converter control loops.
• Demonstrated leadership in customer-facing technical support roles.

Education Requirements

Not specified.

About the Company

Company: Monolithic Power Systems

Headquarters: San Jose, California, USA

Monolithic Power Systems, Inc. (MPS) is a leading provider of energy-efficient power solutions for various applications, including industrial, telecom, automotive, and consumer sectors. Known for their cutting-edge integrated power semiconductors, MPS emphasizes innovation, sustainability, and creativity, making them one of the fastest-growing companies in the semiconductor industry.