Bejoy Pushpakaran, Ph.D.
About Bejoy Pushpakaran, Ph.D.
Bejoy Pushpakaran, Ph.D., is a Senior Principal Applications Engineer at onsemi in Phoenix, Arizona, where he has worked since 2021. He has extensive experience in electrical engineering, having held various roles in companies and academic institutions over the years.
Work at Onsemi
Bejoy Pushpakaran has been employed at Onsemi as a Senior Principal Applications Engineer since 2021. In this role, he contributes to the development and application of semiconductor technologies. His expertise in power applications enhances the company's capabilities in delivering innovative solutions in the semiconductor industry. He is based in Phoenix, Arizona, where he collaborates with various teams to drive engineering excellence.
Previous Experience
Prior to his current position, Bejoy Pushpakaran worked at several organizations. He served as a Power Applications Engineering Intern at Wolfspeed for two months in 2014. He also held the position of SiC Process Development Engineer at X-FAB from 2016 to 2021. Additionally, he was a Research Partner and Graduate Research Assistant at Texas Tech University from 2012 to 2021, contributing to various engineering projects.
Education and Expertise
Bejoy Pushpakaran earned his Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Electrical Engineering from Texas Tech University, completing his studies from 2012 to 2015. He also holds a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering from the same institution, obtained between 2010 and 2012. His undergraduate studies were completed at Cochin University of Science and Technology, where he received a Bachelor's degree in Electronics and Communication Engineering from 2003 to 2007.
Teaching and Research Roles
During his academic career, Bejoy Pushpakaran engaged in teaching and research at Texas Tech University. He worked as a Graduate Teaching Assistant from 2011 to 2012 and contributed as a Research Partner from 2017 to 2021. His roles involved supporting educational initiatives and advancing research in the field of electrical engineering, reflecting his commitment to academia and knowledge sharing.
Early Career
Bejoy Pushpakaran began his professional career as a Senior Software Engineer at Mindtree Ltd. from 2007 to 2010. This role provided him with foundational experience in software development and engineering practices. His early career laid the groundwork for his subsequent transition into electrical and semiconductor engineering.