Applications Engineer

Overview

OSI Systems companies have a long history of developing innovative solutions to bring a better quality of life to the world. With more than 30 years of combined experience in the field of optoelectronics our OSI Optoelectronics (OSIO) division is a diversified manufacturer of standard and custom photodiodes and optical sensors for use in aerospace, defense, commercial and medical applications.

We are one of the largest global manufacturers of optoelectronic devices, delivering engineering design support and manufacturing capabilities that include products for use in the defense, aerospace, medical, and industrial markets, among others. We utilize our world‑class manufacturing facilities in the U.S., India and Malaysia to continue to put forth excellent engineering solutions aligned with efficient manufacturing to meet high‑volume production requirements.

OSI Optoelectronics is seeking an Applications Engineer. This individual will partner with end customers and internal stakeholders to define product requirements, develop proposal drawings/specifications, and build cost sheets that support sales quotations. They will also support prototype builds and production transfer by developing test/assembly procedures, providing technical customer support, collaborating with Test Engineering and QA on application‑specific concerns, and helping develop new catalog products and qualify vendors for OSM requirements.

• Generate Cost Sheet by working together with internal stakeholders (e.g., engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, program management) and vendors to obtain cost information and delivery schedules for the materials and products.
• Communicate with customers for new OEM opportunities and obtain product requirements and project description.
• Propose feasible and cost‑effective detector design that meets customers’ requirements and create related proposal drawings or specification sheets.
• Establish test and assembly procedures for prototype builds and assist in the information transfer to Manufacturing.
• Work together with manufacturing and the QA team to resolve any customer issues and ensure timely delivery of new products.
• Assist customers with technical queries related to the use and operation of products in the form of daily technical support inquiry (e.g., troubleshooting, setup guidance, best practices) through the web and phone line.
• Assist in the development of new catalog products including establishing specifications, cost sheets, test and assembly procedures and qualification of vendors.
• Perform cost analysis, design review, and continuously identify new ways for cost saving without compromising product quality.
• Uphold the company’s core values of Integrity, Innovation, Accountability, and Teamwork.
• Demonstrate behavior consistent with the company’s Code of Ethics and Conduct.
• It is the responsibility of every employee to report to their manager or a member of senior management any quality problems or defects in order for corrective action to be implemented and to avoid recurrence of the problem.
• Duties may be modified or assigned at any time to meet the needs of the business.

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronics/Mechatronics Engineering or related field with preferred educational background in optoelectronics/microelectronics required.
• Good communication, administrative, and organizational skills needed.
• Technical knowledge of discrete semiconductor components, Silicon, In Ga As  photodiode, LEDs, electronic circuits, electrical components and CAD drafting experience are desirable.
• Must have experience with AutoCAD and MS Office: MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Familiarity with interpreting and creating technical documentation (e.g., specifications, drawings, BOMs, test procedures) to communicate requirements clearly to cross‑functional teams desired.
• Ability to solve problems and investigate issues with data, identify root causes, and drive corrective action across teams desired.
• Must have excellent attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate documentation, revision control, and clear records of assumptions and test results.

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