What are the responsibilities and job description for the Applications Engineer position at Amphenol and its Affiliated Companies?
Job Title: Applications Engineer Department: Marketing Reports To: Director of Marketing
The position requires candidates to be U.S. persons as defined in ITAR, 22CFR 120.15 (U.S. Citizenship or Resident Alien Status)
Amphenol Fiber Systems International (AFSI) is a global leader in the Harsh Environment Fiber Optic Interconnect design and manufacturing. We are part of Amphenol Corporation, one of the world's largest providers of high-technology interconnect, sensor, and antenna solutions. We are a full-service fiber optic company specializing in fabricating and manufacturing fiber optic connectivity products and systems. Our commitment to technical excellence makes us an industry leader in producing sophisticated products and providing professional technical assistance in the fiber optic industry. AFSI, located in Allen, Texas, has and will continue to base its strategy on technical and application support, quality assurance, product performance, and value.
The Applications Engineer is responsible for understanding and interpreting all customer requirements to the Organization's operations and ensuring that the organization manufactures a product that meets or exceeds customers' expectations. The Application Engineers work closely with the Business Development Team to evaluate new opportunities and respond to Request for Quotes and Request for Information.
Essential Functions:
Provide clients with technical support as needed and relay information to our development
Respond to technical Requests for Quotes and Requests for Information
Prepare detailed bills of material for costing and configuration of Optical assemblies
Contribute to sales presentations, as well as demonstrate prototypes and completed applications
Keep up with advancements in application engineering and new technologies
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Proactive with a desire to improve organizational performance
Ability to make decisions and excel in situations characterized by uncertainty
Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills.
Previous experience in sales or customer services is advantageous
Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
Exceptional customer service and interpersonal skills
Superb collaboration and communication
Great organization and time management
Must work well in a team environment and commit to continuous improvement
Required Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical, or Industrial Engineering preferred
3-5 years’ experience in manufacturing quality engineering, process engineering, or product engineering (Or relevant internship experience)
Good understanding of the use of MS PowerPoint and Excel
U.S. person as defined in ITAR, 22CFR 120.15 (U.S. Citizenship or Resident Alien Status)
Amphenol Fiber Systems International complies with the laws and regulations set forth in the following EEO poster Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law
Salary : $75,000 - $110,000