Field Applications Engineer - Amphenol Corporation

Amphenol IPC (AIPC) is the global leader in power distribution interconnect solutions for IT & Data Communications equipment, electric mobility, and industrial power conversion. We are driven by innovative, empowered, and creative teamwork, and build solutions that solve business challenges.

Headquartered in Endicott, NY, and with operations in China and Mexico, AIPC is a division of Amphenol Corporation, a Fortune 500 company with over 90 years of experience in enabling the ongoing electronics revolution.

Our customers’ ultimate success depends on our ability to solve innovative problems in relation to interconnect solutions. We value our relationships with these companies, and we depend on our Sales and Field Applications Engineering Teams to foster this ongoing partnership.

We are currently seeking a well-qualified candidate for the position of Field Applications Engineer (FAE) as a remote position, located in the Santa Clara, CA region.

As an FAE, you will interface with our customers, and internal Engineering and Sales and Marketing teams for applications that require a significant focus on power conversion technology. Amphenol is a results driven company that allows its employees a large degree of freedom to achieve pre-defined goals. It is a flexible working environment yet we expect hard work, commitment, and results in return. The role of FAE gives an excellent insight into the Sales, Marketing, and Product Development functions of the organization.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
• Engineering resource on the AIPC Business Development team to lead technical aspects of the sales cycle
• Develop personal relationships and rapport with key design influencers at key accounts
• Provide technical marketing support for the development and implementation of AIPC solutions
• Prepare materials and participate in product presentations
• Provide customer service to solve complex interconnect problems and technical inquiries
• Help devise strategies to differentiate our products and solutions from our competitors
• Participate in industry standards, events, and training sessions to remain current with new developments in power conversion technologies, and ensure that these industry developments are well communicated within the AIPC organization
• Meet and exceed strategic objectives

QUALIFICATIONS
• BS Degree in Electrical Engineering with an emphasis on Power Electronics is preferred. Strong Mechanical Design experience is a plus.
• Minimum of 5 years displayed experience providing product marketing and technical sales support to produce design wins
• Travel may be required, both domestic and international

SKILLS
• Results-driven mindset
• Ability to effectively communicate across the Engineering and Managerial functions of the business
• Solid presentation, interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal, including the ability to interact well with customers
• High level of organization and customer service abilities
• Proficient in MS Office Suite
• Experience with modeling tools (CAD, Pro E, or Solidworks)
Amphenol offers a competitive salary and benefits. The candidate must be able to legally work in the United States; we are unable to provide sponsorship. Position requires candidate to be a U.S. person as defined in ITAR, 22 CFR 120.15 (U.S. Citizenship or Resident Alien Status) and defined by 8 U.S.C. 1101(a) (20).
Amphenol is a proud Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, protected veteran status or disability status.

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