Applications Engineer - Single Layer Capacitors

About the role

The Applications Engineer supports the sales, marketing, and manufacturing of Single Layer Capacitors (SLC) products at the Cazenovia, NY facility. This position acts as a technical liaison to customers, interacting heavily with internal production personnel and external vendors.

Responsibilities

• Field customer technical questions.
• Perform cost analysis for single layer capacitors in conjunction with PLM and Finance.
• Interact with customers to define custom part requirements and evaluate feasibility.
• Work with the engineering team to define testing and evaluation where required.
• Perform lab experiments to verify and improve capabilities in coordination with the engineering team.
• Work with the operations team to gain an in-depth knowledge of manufacturing processes and capabilities.
• Work with the Quality department to address quality issues.
• Work with Product Manager and Marketing to design and develop new products.
• Coordinate with Sales to fully understand customer applications and technical requirements.
• Participate in the ECN and PCN processes.
• Maintain product catalog, datasheet, and website technical content.
• Write and/or assist in writing technical articles and application notes.
• Travel and training in support of customers may be required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• BS degree, preferably in electrical engineering with a focus in RF/Microwave.
• 2+ years’ work experience in a technical role with customer interaction.
• Experience with Capacitor products/applications preferred.
• Self-directed, highly professional, and collaborative.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and propensity for accuracy of work product.
• Accountability to the timelines of task completion.
• Able to manage multiple tasks and priorities within a fast-paced workplace.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without restriction to ITAR documentation and materials.
• Must be a U.S. citizen, legal permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Physical Requirements

• Sitting for long hours.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.