SUMMARY


The Applications Engineer (AE) supports Amphenol-CDI Engineering, Marketing and Sales teams to provide technical support for new and existing customers in the assigned Region. The AE develops and maintains relations with customer's design and manufacturing engineers by understanding problems and providing solutions via presentations, proposals, quotations, and samples. The AE analyzes opportunities and makes recommendations to drive sales growth and sustainment by supporting customer purchasing and planning organizations.


ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS


* Engage customer base in engineering design phase for new product development


* Performs technical review of customer specifications
* Makes recommendations for the optimal Amphenol-CDI product solution to meet customer requirements
* Assesses cost impact of customer requirements, changes to develop cost estimates
* Creates customer-facing configuration and specification drawings in support of proposals


* Travel to customer sites as needed to support existing business and win new opportunities
* Interprets customer drawings, specifications, and standards to develop product designs
* Monitor industry / market trends and requirements to provide input into new product innovations and anticipated customer demands
* Work with Marketing to identify product and pricing to compete in territory
* Communicates design concerns, drawing errors, interpretation issues, and manufacturability enhancements to Outside Sales and customer technical contacts as necessary. Must be able to fully understand Amphenol-CDI production capabilities and data requirements and must be able to communicate professionally
* Provides support to Amphenol-CDI Manufacturing Engineering to develop processes as needed to support customer requirements
* In support of Marketing, creates customer-facing materials for use in advertisements, literature and websites
* Provides quick response and resolution to customer technical issues and problems involving industry standards, specifications, design assistance, production capabilities, and material requirements
* Performs other duties as required to meet the goals and objectives of the company


SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITIES


This job has no supervisory responsibilities


QUALIFICATIONS


To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE


* B.S. in Electrical, Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering, or equivalent
* The ideal candidate will have experience in RF interconnects and/or Filter Connector Products
* 3-5 years of experience in a similar position


LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS


* Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
* Conversational in any other language is a plus.


MATHEMATICAL SKILLS


* Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference and volume.


JOB SKILLS


* Ability to be self-managed, fast and independent learner
* Strong customer focus and interaction - strong interpersonal relationship/customer skills
* Exceptional communication skills (written and verbal) with emphasis on active listening and technical documentation
* Ability to solve practical problems, Innovative and troubleshooting skills
* Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from other employees, managers, or customers
* Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
* Broad engineering abilities and understanding of materials and manufacturing processes
* Able to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations
* Ability to write technical protocols and reports
* Proficient with MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, and Solid-works or similar CAD package
* Wire, cable, RF and Microwave experience highly beneficial


PHYSICAL DEMANDS (Choose one)


* Physical Demands: accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk and/or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.


WORK ENVIRONMENT


Hybrid environment: This hybrid work model combines in-office and remote work. Management decides the frequency and duration of in-office days to meet business needs. Remote work necessitates using technology to communicate and collaborate with colleagues and clients. The physical workspace is adaptable to individual preferences, allowing employees to tailor their environment to enhance productivity and comfort. The organizational culture emphasizes informality, autonomy, and a trust-based approach, empowering employees to take initiative and work independently. Employees enjoy dynamic and self-directed working conditions, capable of swiftly adjusting to changing tasks and priorities.


ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY


Carlisle Interconnect Technologies is fully committed to minimizing the environmental impact of its operations, activities, and products. To achieve this, we adhere to all applicable environmental regulations and laws, prevent pollution, and continuously improve our environmental performance in all our global operations. This is possible through an Environmental Management System that provides a framework for setting and reviewing our environmental objectives and targets. We aim to identify and reduce any negative environmental impact our business activities may have.


PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS


* ASTM F-2412-2005, ANSI Z41-1999, or ANSI Z41-1991 rated safety toe shoes in specific areas.
* Clear ANSI Z87.1 safety-rated glasses in specific areas.
* Hearing protection in specific locations.
* Ability to compile with JSA in specific areas.


EXPORT COMPLIANCE DISCLAIMER


This position includes access or potential access to ITAR and EAR (Export Administration Regulations) technical data. Therefore, candidates must qualify as US Persons, defined as US Citizens or Permanent Residents (Green Card Holders).


TRAVEL


Approximately 30% to 50% of travel is expected.


SALARY INFORMATION:


According to several states' laws, this position's salary range falls between $90,000 and $140,000 hourly/annually. However, this salary information is merely a general guideline. When extending an offer, Carlisle Interconnect Technologies considers various factors such as the position's responsibilities, scope of work, candidate's work experience, education/training, essential skills, internal pay equity, and market considerations.


Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled