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The Application Engineer/Product Manager is responsible for driving technical adoption and supporting commercial adoption of the HV SiRC Snubber technology.
Your responsibilities are:
Technical Engineering
4. Deep understanding of the Melexis proprietary SiRC Snubber technology, including its architecture, functionalities, and limitations
5. Ability to characterize the HV SiRC Snubber technology in various application scenarios, including different power levels, switching frequencies and environmental conditions. Define, plan, and execute a comprehensive and application-focused characterization campaign for High-Voltage SiRC Snubber technology.
6. Provide application support to customers
7. Contact window to XFAB on the technical performance of the SiRC technology Serve as the contact for suppliers (XFAB), managing inquiries and feedback regarding the technical performance of SiRC technology.
8. Define and execute the necessary Production Test strategies to ensure the Snubber portfolio meets its performance targets and reliability standards
9. Knowledge in key applications such as traction inverters, solar inverters, power conversion systems (PCS) of energy storage systems (ESS), and relevant applications is preferred.
10. Be able to perform some key tests such as performance, switching behaviors and power losses on power semiconductors.
Marketing Engineer
11. Strong understanding of the target markets for the Snubber, including specific customer needs and pain points
12. Gather and analyze application requirements, particularly in the high-voltage application space. Ability to translate the technical features of the Snubber into quantifiable value propositions for customers, such as improved efficiency, reduced EMI, or increased reliability
13. Develop marketing materials and technical documentation that effectively communicate the benefits of the Snubber to potential customers
14. Translate product USPs into quantifiable value propositions for customers together with the PLM (Product Line Manager). Close collaboration with the Product Line Manager (PLM) to align the go-to-market strategy with the overall product roadmap
15. Gather and consolidate Voice of Customer (VoC) and Voice of Market (VoM) information.
Go-to-Market Activities
16. Position the product in the market.
17. Develop strong collateral material to support sales and marketing efforts.
18. Demonstrate technical expertise to internal and external stakeholders.
19. Close collaboration with sales and field application engineers to drive the adoption of the Snubber in key customer applications
Your profile
20. You hold a master's degree in physics and/or engineering (or any of the STEM fields) and bring a strong technical background
21. You have a thorough understanding of the power electronics module market and the segmentation thereof, particularly in the context of Snubber circuits and their impact on system performance
22. You have transistor-level knowledge in electronics, with a deeper understanding of power electronics
Ability to bridge technical and commercial functions, effectively supporting both R&D and go-to-market strategies.
23. You are open to traveling
24. You are motivated by tackling problems and thrive on turning them into solutions serving the best interest of the product line and Melexis as a whole
25. You take pride in doing things right: you want to get to the bottom of things and not leave stones unturned, making informed decisions and closing projects properly and in a timely fashion
26. You embrace change management – which is intrinsically linked to a VUCA world and a fast-growing product line – conducting impact analysis and weighing the pros and cons
27. It is in your DNA to build bridges, bring people together, and get the -degree perspective, but with the ability to be firm when needed.
28. Being familiar with magnetic sensing is a plus, as it is often used in conjunction with Snubber circuits in power electronics applications; the same goes for project management, as the role involves coordinating various activities and stakeholders
29. You are passionate about technology and self-driven
We offer
30. The opportunity to develop your technical and marketing skills applied to the SiRC Snubber CRL (Customer Readiness Level) and TRL (Technical Readiness Level) advancement
31. The opportunity to contribute to a sustainable future by developing and industrializing semiconductor technology aimed at decarbonizing several industries/applications such as E-mobility, Renewable Energy, and Energy Storage.
32. The possibility to turn into practice your engineering skill set and interface with various departments within the organization - from reliability to operations, from process & test to R&D
33. Exposure to OEMs and TIERs in the industry that drive us to excellence – dealing with a dynamic environment and positioning Melexis and this new snubber technology at the customer
Dynamic team members adhering to the same goal, with specific/complementary areas of expertise
34. Versatile development opportunities with the possibility of vertical growth and horizontal moves toward adjacent technologies and product lines
Diversity & Inclusion
Melexis is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a driving force in the success of our company.
About us
Melexis engineers microelectronic solutions. These solutions facilitate the work of our customers. By easy integration. By taking innovation one step further. By providing a competitive advantage.
Our technology makes cars and other products smarter, safer and greener. Our sensors capture data from the analog world and comprehend these data digitally. Our drivers make sure customers can bring their products to life. As we always have a plan, we come with the right products at the right moment so our customers stay one step ahead of the competition. That’s what we call inspired engineering.
Our people are and make the difference. Melexis creates a framework for colleagues to grow, thrive and create impact for themselves, the customer and the company. Because we care, we empower and we excel. We believe in the power of diversity. Spread over 3 continents, colleagues from 50 nationalities shape the best imaginable future. Melexis never labels humans according to gender, age, nationality or religion. We simply welcome new colleagues based on fundamental criteria like competencies, performance record and potential. That’s how we inspire and get inspired by people.