Applications Engineer

Amphenol Borisch Technologies

Grand Rapids, MI

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Bill of Materials (BOM), Bridge Building, CAD (Computer-Aided Design) Software, Civil Engineering, Communication Skills, Computer Skills, Customer Support/Service, Engineering, IPC Standards, Industry Standards, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Manufacturing, Microsoft Office, Military/DoD Standards, Operational Support, Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Pricing, Problem Solving Skills, Procurement Software, Prototyping, Resolve Customer Issues, Sales, Software Design, Software Engineering, SolidWorks, Statistics, Technical Support, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Grand Rapids, MI
POSTED
24 days ago

Applications Engineering acts as the bridge between our customers' visions and our internal expertise, transforming ideas into reality while championing the capabilities of our design and manufacturing teams; including research and procurement of technology supporting operational excellence. We work on next-generation systems developing solutions for some of the most advanced engineering groups in the industry while building relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Serves as a technical liaison between Sales, Pricing, Engineering and Manufacturing teams on behalf of the customer.
  • Provides necessary engineering calculations and makes recommendations to support customer requirements.
  • Provides Engineering expertise to translate customer's needs into manufacturable products.
  • Problem solves application and customer design issues prior to P.O, as needed.
  • Support operational excellence and industry needs - equipment, software, etc.
  • Participate in technological and engineering forums within ABT.
  • Develop preliminary designs to support pricing and early-stage design activities.
  • Research and recommend solutions for specialty BOM items on an as-needed basis.
  • Designs and supervises prototype builds for customer applications on an as-needed basis.
  • Performs other tasks assigned by Manager.

Job Requirements

  • Prefer BS in STEM, Engineering or related field
  • Minimum 4 years engineering experience with similar products or industry practices
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to communicate effectively with customers
  • Experience in reviewing technical data packages including, but not limited to drawings and bill of materials
  • Excellent Problem Solving, Statistical and Analytical skills
  • Prefer experience with CAD software (SolidWorks, etc.)
  • Prefer experience with industry standards (IPC, DO-160, MIL-STD-810, etc.)
  • Excellent computer skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
  • Ability to understand and work with multiple engineering disciplines
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds
  • Anticipated travel of 5-15%

About the Company

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Amphenol Borisch Technologies

Amphenol is one of the largest manufacturers of interconnect products in the world. The Company designs, manufactures and markets electrical, electronic and fiber optic connectors, coaxial and flat-ribbon cable, and interconnect systems.

The primary end markets for the Company's products are communications and information processing markets, including cable television, cellular telephone and data communication and information processing systems; aerospace and military electronics; and automotive, rail and other transportation and industrial applications.



COMPANY SIZE
50 to 99 employees
INDUSTRY
All
FOUNDED
1932
WEBSITE
http://www.amphenol.com/