Field Application Engineer

Field Application Engineer - Automotive

Location:

North America (Detroit Metropolitan Area)
Department:
Sales / Engineering
Position Type:
Full-Time
Reporting:
Group Technology Manager Automotive(solid) and Business Development
Director, Automotive & eMobility (dotted)

About Amphenol Automotive Product Group (AAPG)
AAPG is a division of Amphenol, a global leader in high-speed, high-bandwidth
electrical
connectors and interconnect solutions. AAPG serves major Tier 1 OEMs in the
automotive
industry, enabling cutting-edge technologies in electric vehicles, autonomous
systems, and smart mobility.

Role Overview
The Field Application Engineer (FAE) acts as the technical partner to the
business
development director, opening the market and serving as the liaison between AAPG
manufacturing operations and its customers. This role supports the sales cycle
from
concept to production, ensuring that customer requirements are translated into
innovative
and manufacturable interconnect solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Serve as the technical lead within the sales team, supporting all
engineering aspects of the
customer engagement lifecycle, in tandem with the group business development
director's commercial engagement.
Collaborate with customers to understand application requirements and
propose
tailored interconnect solutions.
Provide design-in support, prototyping guidance, and troubleshooting
assistance.
Develop and deliver technical presentations and documentation.
Interface with internal teams of the AAPG operations including product
development,
marketing, and manufacturing.
Support new product introductions (NPI) and contribute to product
differentiation
strategies.
Travel up to 30% domestically, with occasional international travel.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Automotive Systems, Mechatronic, Mechanical or
Electrical
Engineering or a related technical field.
Minimum 2+ years of experience in design or applications engineering,
preferably in automotive or interconnect solutions.
Strong understanding of automotive standards and protocols (e.g., USCAR,
ISO, Data
Communication (Ethernet IEEE, Coax)).
Proficiency in CAD tools (e.g., Creo, Solid Works).
Excellent communication and presentation skills.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple customer projects.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with E-Mobility (high-voltage and ruggedized connectors, EV
battery, vehicle charging).
Familiarity vehicle communication system, ADAS, or infotainment systems.
Master's degree or additional certifications in automotive electronics or
systems engineering.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive base salary (typically $90,000-$140,000/year depending on
location an experience).
Bonus and incentive programs.
Health, dental, vision insurance.
401(k) with matching.
Paid time off and holidays.
Company vehicle or travel reimbursement (where applicable)?

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