Sr. Power Module Design Engineer

Monolithic Power Systems, Inc.

$130K — $170K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • MSEE or higher required
  • 3+ years hands-on experience in switch mode power supply design
  • Familiarity with lab tools such as oscilloscopes and frequency analyzers
  • Experience in high current density power converters preferred
  • Proven problem-solving and debugging skills
  • Familiarity with simulation tools like Simplis and Maxwell preferred
  • Self-motivated with excellent project execution capabilities

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with design engineers to define new DC/DC power modules
  • Develop reference circuits and power management solutions for industrial applications
  • Conduct hands-on lab evaluations and debugging
  • Support existing products and drive new product development
  • Communicate with customers about product definitions and technical support
  • Create datasheets, application notes, and promote MPS products through articles

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health care coverage
  • 401(K) with company match
  • Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
  • Up to 11 company paid holidays
  • 15-20 days of paid time off based on tenure
  • Generous discretionary bonuses
  • Life and disability protection
Full Job Description
Job Description:

Job Summary

This is a senior level position in power module design. Responsibilities include defining high current density 48V/12V/5V DC/DC power module products, for applications including networking, optical and industrials, etc.

Essential Functions
  • Work with design engineers, field applications team, and TME to define new power module and IC products in DC/DC power solutions for industrial market.
  • Develop application reference circuits and system level power management solutions for Industrial Applications.
  • Hands-on lab bench evaluations, system and board level debugging, and prototype demonstrations.
  • Work with cross-functional teams to support existing products and drive new product development.
  • Communicate with customers on new product definitions and technical support.
  • Write datasheets, application notes, design notes and papers in magazines and conferences to promote MPS products.


Qualifications/ Requirements
  • Education: MSEE or higher is required
  • 3+ years of hand-on experience in switch mode power supply designs especially in power module product. Familiar with lab tools like oscilloscope, DMM, power supplies, e-loads, frequency analyzer, etc.
  • Experience with any of below areas is highly preferred
    • high power density/high current power converters
    • magnetics design including inductor and planar transformers
    • new topologies for isolated/non-isolated/regulated/non-regulated converters
    • high frequency power converters with state-of-the-art power FETs
  • Proven problem solving and hands-on debug capabilities
  • Experience with simulation tools like Simplis, Maxwell, Icepak, is preferred
  • Experience in PCB design/layout and EMI performance optimizations
  • Experience with firmware development for power converters
  • Fluent communication, writing and presentation skills in English
  • Self-motivated to drive projects with excellent execution capabilities


Location

San Jose, CA, USA

MPS offers a comprehensive benefits package. We provide health care coverage, dental and vision, 401(K) with a company match, Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), up to 11 company paid holidays, and 15- 20 days of paid time off depending on your tenure, generous discretionary company bonuses, and life and disability protection. Employees in sales positions may be eligible for our sales incentive bonuses. Employees in certain positions may be eligible for stock compensation. For more information on MPS' benefits please view our company website at www.monolithicpower.com.

Pay is based on market location and may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education and other job-related reasons. The base salary range for this position in California is $130,000 - $170,000.

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