Application Engineer

ENTRY LEVEL - BS WITH UP TO 2 YEARS EXPERIENCE OR A MS WITH 0 EXPERIENCE No relocation - local candidates preferred 100% onsite As an Applications Engineer at Renesas you will work directly with system architects, validation engineers and other functional teams on configuring Renesas' timing devices focused on industrial, automative, consumers and communications markets. Your primary focus will be on performance optimization of our timing devices including clock generators, clock buffers and multiplexers, with a strong emphasis on analog/digital PLL optimization and signal integrity. This will require extensive lab work and customized scripting, as well as interacting with cross-functional teams, to achieve the best performance possible.

Qualifications BSE or Masters in Electrical Engineering (or similar) Coursework in circuit analysis Good understanding of frequency domain signals analysis, including BODE plots, FFTs, spectrum analysis. Experience using scripting languages (Python preferred) Must be flexible and adaptable to changing priorities Self‑starter, not afraid to ask questions and seek guidance Curious with a strong desire to grow Optional Requirements Experience using lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers and function generators Knowledge of PLL architecture as an example of a closed loop control system Knowledge of transmission line effects and termination schemes (CMOS, LVPECL, LVDS, etc.) Solder and rework experience Salary and Benefits This posting is for a new vacancy. The expected annual pay range for this position is $76,500/yr - $100,000/yr.

This position is also eligible for bonus opportunities and commission pay. Please note that the final offer amount will be dependent on geographic location, applicable experience, and skillset of the candidate. Equal Employment Opportunity Renesas is an Equal Opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, national or ethnic origin, colour, creed or religion, age, sex (including gender and pregnancy), sexual orientation, marital or civil status, same‑sex partnership status, family status, disability and any other characteristic protected by law. Renesas is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.

For more information, please read our Diversity & Inclusion Statement. Export Control Compliance Renesas Canada must at all times comply with U.S. and Canadian export control legislative requirements. All positions at Renesas Canada have direct or indirect access to certain technology.

Candidates will be asked whether their most recent country of citizenship or permanent residence is one of the countries specified in the export controls laws or regulations. Successful candidates must be eligible to meet the requirements of U.S. export control regulations, including (if applicable) the issuance of any required export license prior to starting employment at Renesas Canada. The decision whether to file or pursue an export license application is at the sole discretion of Renesas Canada. #J-18808-Ljbffr