We are a leading semiconductor supplier in industrial and automotive markets, offering a broad range of products for motor drives: motor control MCU, sensors, drivers, power devices, isolation, connectivity. Within our User eXperience (UX) organisation, we are looking for a talented business development engineer to translate market and customer needs into a winning EMEA solution and channel strategy.
Job Description- Own Renesas solution marketing strategy for motor drives in EMEA, covering industrial drives & servo, building automation, HVAC, appliances, power tools, drones and 2-wheelers market segments.
- Act as an industry-expert by providing vision, guidance & expertise to Renesas' sales & FAE community, customers and distribution network.
- Analyse market drivers & business potential, customer challenges & competition's positioning; identify white spaces and new business opportunities.
- Define solutions roadmap, value proposition, collaterals (kits, reference designs, documentation, tutorials) and go-to-market in collaboration with HW and SW product groups; act as the voice of EMEA market inside Renesas.
- Proactively promote solutions to customers and distribution network, in collaboration with Renesas' sales & FAE organisation and channel marketing team.
- Acquire new customers, identify cross-selling and up-selling opportunities, contribute to increase funnel generation & conversion.
- Build up an ecosystem of partners (design houses, SW providers, labs...), participate and speak at technology events.
This position can be filled also in: Italy (Milano), Germany (Munich, Nabern or Dusseldorf) or Austria (Graz).
Qualifications- Bachelor of Science or Master of Science in Electrical Engineering or in similar field
- 7 years or more experience in business development, technical marketing, technical sales, field application engineering or product management in the semiconductor, power electronics or motor drive industry.
- Solid working knowledge of motor drive systems: BLDC/PMSM/ACIM/SynRM, FOC and sensorless control, inverter topologies, gate driving, current/position sensing, MCUs and real-time control, power switches (Si/SiC/GaN), EMC and thermal considerations, functional safety (IEC 61800-5-2/STO, ISO 13849, IEC 61508) and relevant standards.
- Entrepreneurial self-starter: builds the plan and then executes it hands-on.
- Strong business acumen: financial literacy, market & competitive insight, strategic & systems thinking, customer & value orientation, decision-making & prioritisation under uncertainty.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills; credible with both engineers and executives.
- Influence without authority; cross-cultural collaboration (EMEA, Japan, US, China, India).
- MS Office, CRM, BI, AI prompt. C or Python coding is a plus.
- Fluent English; plus fluent German or Italian strongly preferred.
- Willingness to travel across EMEA (up to ~40%)
Renesas is an embedded semiconductor solution provider driven by its Purpose, To Make Our Lives Easier. With a global team of over 21,000 engineers and problem solvers in more than 30 countries, we offer the opportunity to work on world‑leading technology for Automotive, Industrial, Infrastructure, and IoT, shaping a safer, healthier, greener, and smarter future.
At Renesas, TAGIE is our culture, grounded in being Transparent, Agile, Global, Innovative, and Entrepreneurial. It shapes how we work, grow and deliver on our purpose together. This collaborative spirit and mindset drive our semiconductor technology to transform industries and impact millions of lives.
We believe in rewarding our employees with a competitive benefits package alongside their salary. More information will be provided during the hiring process.
Are you ready to join our team and shape the future with us?
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.
Skills Required
- Bachelor of Science or Master of Science in Electrical Engineering or a similar field
- 7 or more years of experience in business development, technical marketing, technical sales, field application engineering, or product management
- Experience in the semiconductor, power electronics, or motor drive industry
- Working knowledge of BLDC, PMSM, ACIM, and SynRM motor drive systems
- Working knowledge of FOC and sensorless control
- Working knowledge of inverter topologies, gate driving, current and position sensing, MCUs, and real-time control
- Working knowledge of Si, SiC, and GaN power switches
- Working knowledge of EMC, thermal considerations, and functional safety standards including IEC 61800-5-2/STO, ISO 13849, and IEC 61508
- Entrepreneurial self-starter able to create and execute plans hands-on
- Strong business acumen, financial literacy, market and competitive insight, strategic thinking, customer orientation, and prioritization skills
- Excellent communication and presentation skills with engineers and executives
- Ability to influence without authority and collaborate across EMEA, Japan, the United States, China, and India
- Experience with MS Office, CRM, business intelligence, and AI prompting
- Fluent English
- Willingness to travel across EMEA up to approximately 40%
- C or Python coding experience
- Fluent German or Italian
Renesas Electronics Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Feedback suggests pay is generally fair-to-good across many roles, with base pay aligned to prevailing market levels in multiple U.S. locations. Engineering and leadership tracks can be competitive on total compensation, reinforcing a sense that pay can meet market expectations in key job families.
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Healthcare Strength — Feedback suggests core medical, dental, and vision coverage is solid and well-regarded by employees. Day-one eligibility in U.S. roles is described, supporting confidence in access and continuity of care.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Feedback suggests PTO, paid holidays, sick time, and parental leave provide a comprehensive time-off framework. Company initiatives like Renesas Day and meeting-light Focus Fridays further support time away and balance.
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