Sales Engineer / New Business Development / Bilingual Japanese

An international manufacturing company with a strong presence in advanced materials, electronic components, and semiconductor-related products is seeking a Sales Engineer / New Business Development professional to support the continued expansion of its semiconductor business in the U.S. market. The company develops highly specialized products used in electronics and semiconductor applications and works closely with customers on technical requirements, product development, and new business opportunities.

About the role

We are seeking a technically oriented sales professional with experience in New Product Introduction (NPI), semiconductor products, IC packaging, advanced packaging, or related electronic hardware. The ideal candidate will be comfortable communicating with engineers and technical teams while developing new customer relationships and supporting business growth in the U.S. semiconductor market. Experience or familiarity with products and technologies such as FCBGA, CoWoP PCB, FCCSP, IC packages, and Flip Chip is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and cultivate new business opportunities within the U.S. semiconductor industry.
• Promote semiconductor-related products, including FCBGA, CoWoP PCB, FCCSP, IC packages, Flip Chip, and related technologies.
• Conduct New Product Introduction (NPI) activities by visiting customer sites, participating in trade shows, and supporting technical discussions.
• Build and maintain relationships with customers, engineers, and key decision-makers.
• Coordinate projects with cross-functional teams, business partners, overseas headquarters, and affiliated companies.
• Support project execution to ensure technical readiness and on-time delivery.
• Manage customer inquiries, quotations, and delivery schedules.
• Work toward sales targets established by management and headquarters.
• Travel to customer locations within the United States and internationally as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree, preferably in Electrical Engineering, Material Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• 2+ years of hands-on experience in Sales or Business Development involving IC packaging, advanced packaging, semiconductor products, or related hardware, preferably within the United States.
• Comfortable communicating with engineers regarding technical topics.
• Understanding of the electronics, semiconductor, or related technology industries.
• Experience with New Product Introduction (NPI) is preferred.
• Willing and able to travel frequently within the U.S. and internationally as business needs require.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license.
• Conversational-level Japanese language skills.

Schedule

Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., including a one-hour break. Flexible schedules may also be available, such as 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. or 9:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Benefits

• 401(k) after 6 months
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for medical and dependent care
• 10 paid vacation days during the first year
• 19+ paid holidays according to company policy
• Paid sick leave
• Maternity and parental leave
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and AD&D insurance

Pay

$75,000 – $110,000 annually

This is a hybrid position based in San Jose, California, with occasional visits to the company’s Southern California office.