Application Engineer - Power Electronics

Join a global leader in power and thermal management solutions, celebrated for innovative approaches and advanced technologies. With a steadfast commitment to excellence, they distinguish themselves through pioneering energy-efficiency solutions and award-winning industrial automation technology.

• Power and thermal management solutions
• Microgrid solutions for data centers
• Smart energy infrastructure for utility and residential applications
• Advanced manufacturing automation and methods
• Solar and battery farms

A true game-changer in the industry - where innovation meets opportunity.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with low out-of-pocket costs
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with a 50% company match on contributions up to 10% of salary
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance for financial support during challenging times
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for healthcare and dependent care
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with unlimited phone sessions and in-person counseling
• Professional Development Opportunities with training and education programs to advance your career

In this Field Application Engineer (FAE) role you will drive the successful implementation of power and thermal products while understanding customer needs and applications. This role requires deep technical expertise and commercial judgment to achieve business outcomes, while building strong cross-functional relationships across Product Management, Sales, Engineering, and key external stakeholders.

You'll be the on-site technical champion at customer locations, key accounts, and partner organizations - delivering pre-sales demonstrations, design-in support, post-sales troubleshooting, and training. Success will rely on applying progressive project management practices, collaborating with global R&D, and approaching challenges with both curiosity and an entrepreneurial spirit.

• Provide technical and project leadership for named key accounts, serving as factory liaison
• Deliver pre-sales applications support to expand adoption at strategic customers
• Become the go-to technical expert, testing new product introductions and validating performance
• Partner with R&D to close the loop on product issues, bugs, or improvement opportunities
• Support sales with training, product launches, technical documentation, and industry trade shows
• Develop customer-facing materials (application notes, presentations, success stories) to highlight solutions

Based in Raleigh, North Carolina, you'll find yourself in one of the fastest-growing innovation hubs in the U.S. The Research Triangle region is home to leading universities, a thriving tech corridor, and a strong manufacturing base.

• Quality of Life:
  Affordable housing, low cost of living compared to other major tech centers, and a wide range of cultural and recreational options
• Education:
  
  Excellent K-12 schools and proximity to Duke, UNC-Chapel Hill, and NC State
• Lifestyle:
  Easy access to the Blue Ridge Mountains and Atlantic coast, with a vibrant dining, arts, and sports scene
• Family-Friendly:
  Safe neighborhoods, diverse communities, and ample opportunities for outdoor activities year-round

• B.S.E. in Electrical, Mechanical, or related engineering discipline
• 5+ years' related product or field application experience in power electronic products
• Language: bilingual Mandarin/Chinese is a Plus but not required
• Proven ability to translate customer needs into solutions and champion those solutions internally
• Hands-on expertise with power electronics (AC/DC, DC/DC, DC/AC converters, chargers, motor drives)
• Familiarity with thermal solutions (axial fans, EC fans, liquid cooling, solenoids, pumps)
• Strong communication, presentation, and cross-functional collaboration skills
• Market familiarity with industries including industrial logistics, energy, agriculture, medical, lighting, automation, food & beverage, off-road vehicles, CNC machines, packaging, oil & gas
• Willingness to travel 20-30%

• Deep technical understanding of power and thermal product applications
• Strong commercial instincts to align technical efforts with business growth
• Research, data analysis, planning, and strategic thinking skills
• Initiative, accountability, and ownership of projects and outcomes
• Highly motivated, self-starter, adaptable, and team-focused

• Salary Range: $90K - $120K (Plus 10% bonus)
• Type of Role:
  Direct Hire
• Travel Required:
  
  20-30%
• Relocation Assistance:
  Yes
• Visa Sponsorship: US Citizen, Green Card
• 401(k): 50% employer match on employee contributions up