Associate Application Engineer

Company Description

Renesas is one of the top global semiconductor companies in the world. We strive to develop a safer, healthier, greener, and smarter world, and our goal is to make every endpoint intelligent by offering product solutions in the automotive, industrial, infrastructure and IoT markets. Our robust product portfolio includes world-leading MCUs, SoCs, analog and power products, plus Winning Combination solutions that curate these complementary products. We are a key supplier to the world’s leading manufacturers of electronics you rely on every day; you may not see our products, but they are all around you.

Renesas employs roughly 21,000 people in more than 30 countries worldwide. As a global team, our employees actively embody the Renesas Culture, our guiding principles based on five key elements: Transparent, Agile, Global, Innovative, and Entrepreneurial. Renesas believes in, and has a commitment to, diversity and inclusion, with initiatives and a leadership team dedicated to its resources and values. At Renesas, we want to build a sustainable future where technology helps make our lives easier. Join us and build your future by being part of what’s next in electronics and the world.

Job Description

Job Description:

We are looking for a talented and motivated New College Graduate Hardware Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong academic background, hands-on project experience, and a passion for hardware design and development. As a hardware engineer, you will work on various aspects of hardware development, including design, testing, and troubleshooting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the design and development of hardware systems, components, and products.
• Perform testing, validation, and troubleshooting of hardware components.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including software engineers, system engineers, and product managers.
• Participate in the creation of technical documentation, including design specifications, test plans, and user manuals.
• Support the manufacturing and production teams in resolving hardware-related issues.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends and technologies.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Electronics, Electrical, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• Solid understanding of digital and analog circuit design.
• Familiarity with any of the PCB design tools (e.g., Altium Designer, Eagle, ORCAD etc).
• Basic knowledge of embedded systems and microcontroller programming.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Internship or project experience in hardware design and development.
• Familiarity with laboratory equipment such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and multimeters.
• Understanding of industry standards and protocols (e.g., PCIe, USB, Ethernet).
• Some experience with simulation and modeling tools (e.g., SPICE, MATLAB).

Additional Information

Personal Attributes:

• Eager to learn and adapt to new technologies and methodologies.
• Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to quality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Enthusiastic and proactive attitude towards problem-solving.

Application Requirements:

• Updated resume highlighting relevant coursework, projects, and experience.
• Cover letter explaining your interest in hardware engineering and why you are a good fit for this position.
• Any relevant certifications or completed courses.

Renesas is an embedded semiconductor solution provider driven by its Purpose ‘To Make Our Lives Easier.’ As the industry’s leading expert in embedded processing with unmatched quality and system-level know-how, we have evolved to provide scalable and comprehensive semiconductor solutions for automotive, industrial, infrastructure, and IoT industries based on the broadest product portfolio, including High Performance Computing, Embedded Processing, Analog & Connectivity, and Power.
With a diverse team of over 21,000 professionals in more than 30 countries, we continue to expand our boundaries to offer enhanced user experiences through digitalization and usher into a new era of innovation. We design and develop sustainable, power-efficient solutions today that help people and communities thrive tomorrow, ‘To Make Our Lives Easier.’
At Renesas, you can: 

• Launch and advance your career in technical and business roles across four Product Groups and various corporate functions. You will have the opportunities to explore our hardware and software capabilities and try new things.

• Make a real impact by developing innovative products and solutions to meet our global customers' evolving needs and help make people’s lives easier, safe and secure. 

• Maximize your performance and wellbeing in our flexible and inclusive work environment. Our people-first culture and global support system, including the remote work option and Employee Resource Groups, will help you excel from the first day.

Are you ready to own your success and make your mark?

Join Renesas. Let’s Shape the Future together.

Renesas Electronics is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, committed to supporting diversity and fostering a work environment free of discrimination on the basis of sex, race, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, military status, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. For more information, please read our Diversity & Inclusion Statement.