Applications Engineer

Samtec, Inc.

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Applications Engineer Description

Founded in 1976, Samtec is a privately held, $1 Billion global manufacturer of a broad line of electronic interconnect solutions, including High-Speed Board-to-Board, High-Speed Cables, Mid-Board and Panel Optics, Precision RF, Flexible Stacking, and Micro/Rugged components and cables. Samtec Technology Centers are dedicated to developing and advancing technologies, strategies and products to optimize both the performance and cost of a system from the bare die to an interface 100 meters away, and all interconnect points in between.

With 40+ international locations and products sold in more than 125 different countries, Samtecs global presence enables its unmatched customer service.

As an Applications Engineer at Samtec, youll be the technical bridge between our customers and our products. Your focus will be on adapting our standard products to meet unique application requirements ensuring every solution is both technically sound and practical for production. Youll work closely with customers, Product Managers, and engineers to turn concepts into production-ready designs. The role combines problem-solving, technical know-how, and strong communication skills in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

• Work directly with customers to understand their needs and advise the best cable product solution for their application.
• Translate opportunities into a great product fit with the customer.
• Maintain a strong working knowledge of a wide range of products and components.
• Answer technical questions that come your way (because youll be the one who knows).
• Review and approve product prints to ensure designs meet requirements and are production-ready.
• Create product cost sheets to help our quoting team hit the mark.
• Partner with Product Managers to spot trends, influence new designs & roadmaps.
• Travel occasionally for customer meetings or trade shows.

• 35 years experience in inside sales, technical sales, or a similar customer-facing technical role; product customization experience preferred.
• Strong attention to detail when reviewing customer requirements and technical drawings.
• Experience managing projects from concept to production release.
• Excellent communication skills and a customer-focused mindset.
• Technical background in mechanical or electrical engineering; connector industry experience is a plus.

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering preferred.

SAMTEC, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to creating a diverse environment. All employment decisions at Samtec are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, pregnancy or parental status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender and/or gender identity/expression, marital status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws.