Applications Engineer

Applications Engineer

Reports To: Head of Engineering

About Us
Powerlattice is a well-funded semiconductor start-up company backed by well-known large Silicon Valley VCs. The company is working on the industry’s groundbreaking chiplet solution for a fundamental shift in how high-performance chips get powered, paving the way for the next generation of AI and advanced computing.

About the Role
We are seeking a highly skilled and hands-on Applications Engineer to support key customer accounts. The engineer will lead laboratory evaluation of chiplet power converters for AI and advanced computing. This involves test setup and debugging for focused customer accounts to identify problems, determine root causes, and then work with the team to create solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop focused laboratory testing to resolve customer problems.

• Identify, communicate and document root causation

• Write application notes so that customers can understand the distinctiveness of our products and use them successfully

• Generate collateral for external conferences as pertinent to demonstrate company capability and technical strength

• Create operating guides for internal and external use

• Assist scheduling team to create schedules for projects

• Lead and guide other team members as needed to resolve customer issues

Qualifications

This is an onsite role requiring 5 days a week onsite at our Chandler, AZ office

• Bachelor's or master's degree in electrical engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field

• 10+ years of experience in Application Engineering for Integrated Circuits

• Proven track record for solving complicated problems with EV Boards, Integrated Circuits and Systems

• Proven track record for working with customers and solving Application related problems

• Strong expertise with:

  • Python scripting for lab automation

  • Laboratory electronics equipment like power supplies, oscilloscopes, meters, etc.

• Ability to communicate plans, problems, results and propose solutions

• Strong debugging and problem-solving skills

• Leadership of laboratory problem solving with top-tier electronics companies

• Experience with silicon bring-up and post-silicon debug

Compensation & Benefits

Anticipated annual base salary for Validation Engineering Lead: $165,000 - $240,000

• Stock option grant

• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and 401(k)