Field Application Engineer; Connectors

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$86,000.00/yr - $/yr

JAE ELECTRONICS, INC. JOB DESCRIPTION

DEPARTMENT:
Engineering / Technical Sales Support

SUPERVISES:
None

POSITION TYPE:
Exempt

We are seeking a highly motivated Field Application Engineer (FAE) to support our strategic partnership with Customer X. This role will serve as the dedicated technical liaison between Customer X’s engineering teams and our internal product development, ensuring the successful integration of our connector and interconnect solutions into Customer X’s products.

The ideal candidate will bring strong technical expertise, excellent communication skills, and a customer-first mindset, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment. Fluency in both English and Japanese is required to effectively support collaboration with Customer X’s teams and our Japan-based manufacturing and engineering partners.

• Customer’s project support on all technical aspect – 30%
• Customer support / proposals / technical documentation – 30%
• Lead product development with internal team – 30%
• Project and Program Engineering Reviews – 10%

• Willingness to learn interconnect products and supporting applications.
• Strong ability to initiate and maintain customer / supplier relationships.
• Excellent and effective program management skills.
• Strong understanding of the technical aspects of the company’s products.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and travel within the assigned territory.
• Proficiency in CRM software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Japanese (verbal and written) to effectively collaborate with internal and external teams.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s Degree (Engineering, Industrial Distribution preferred) or equivalent technical experience.
• Experience:
  
  Solutions-based background in working with customers in developing long-term customer relationships and partnerships. Proven experience in technical sales or a related field.
• Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  Proficiency with CAD tools, simulation environments, and basic electrical/mechanical testing.

• Associate

• Full-time

• Engineering and Public Relations

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