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How much do power electronics field application engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for power electronics field application engineer in the United States is $108,418.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $81,500.00 and $128,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Power Electronics Field Application Engineer vs Power Electronics Design Engineer?

AspectPower Electronics Field Application EngineerPower Electronics Design Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering, certifications like IEEE or PMP are commonBachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering, specialized in power electronics design
Work EnvironmentCustomer sites, technical support, product demonstrationsDesign labs, engineering offices, simulation and testing
Employer & IndustryManufacturers, suppliers, and service providers in power electronicsResearch institutions, manufacturing companies, and R&D departments
Common Search & ComparisonYesNo

The Power Electronics Field Application Engineer primarily focuses on supporting customers, providing technical assistance, and applying power electronics products in real-world scenarios. In contrast, the Power Electronics Design Engineer concentrates on developing and designing new power electronic systems and components. Both roles require electrical engineering expertise, but their daily tasks and work environments differ significantly.

Infographic showing various Power Electronics Field Application Engineer job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 89% Full Time, 1% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $108,418 per year, or $52.1 per hour.
Staff Field Applications Engineer

Staff Field Applications Engineer

Ubertal Inc

San Jose, CA • On-site

Contractor

Posted 28 days ago

Job description

Title:
Staff Field Applications Engineer | Field Application Engineer (FAE) | Power Electronics Applications Engineer

Location:
Onsite – San Jose, California

Duration:
Full-time

Job Description:
Staff Field Applications Engineer specializing in power electronics, switching power supply design, and GaN/Si technologies, supporting customers with technical solutions, design optimization, and application engineering.

Roles & Responsibilities:

  • Provide switching power supply design support using power electronics products, GaN technology, and Si-based solutions

  • Deliver expert technical support and field application engineering guidance to global customers

  • Analyze complex technical issues in power supply design and provide optimized engineering solutions

  • Conduct detailed design reviews including schematic review, PCB layout review, magnetics design, and performance validation

  • Advise on component selection, power electronics components, and optimization for high-performance switching power supplies

  • Support sales teams through customer visits, technical presentations, and application engineering consultation

  • Deliver technical training, application notes, and product demonstrations to customers and partners

  • Assist with trade shows, seminars, and technical marketing initiatives to promote power electronics solutions

  • Perform worst-case analysis, circuit analysis, and validation for switching power supply designs

  • Collaborate with engineering, sales, and manufacturing teams to deliver integrated application solutions

Skills:

  • Power Electronics, Switching Power Supply Design, SMPS Design, High Frequency Power Conversion

  • Power Supply Topologies: Buck, Boost, Buck-Boost, Flyback Converters, DC-DC Converters

  • GaN (Gallium Nitride), Silicon (Si) Power Devices, High Efficiency Power Design

  • Magnetics Design, Transformer Design, Inductor Design, PCB Layout Review

  • Circuit Analysis, Worst Case Analysis, Power Design Optimization

  • Simulation Tools: SIMPLIS, LTspice, MATLAB, Excel Modeling, C++, Simulation Software

  • Embedded Systems, Firmware Development, C/C++ Programming (Embedded Controllers – Preferred)

  • Lab Testing, Oscilloscopes, Power Supply Testing Equipment, Hardware Debugging

  • Technical Documentation, Technical Reports, Test Plans, Specification Development

  • Field Applications Engineering (FAE), Customer Support, Technical Sales Support, Application Engineering

  • Strong Communication Skills, Customer Engagement, Cross-functional Collaboration

Qualification:

  • BSEE or MSEE (or equivalent)

  • BSEE with 7+ years of experience or MSEE with 4+ years of experience in power electronics or switching power supply design

  • Hands-on experience with power supply design, SMPS, transformers, and inductors

  • Experience with simulation tools, circuit analysis, and lab testing equipment

  • Strong communication skills with experience in technical documentation and reporting

  • Ability to travel up to 10% for customer engagement and field support