$170,000–$180,000 Per Year
Budget Management, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Cross-Functional, Document Management, Electricity, Electromechanical Systems, Engineering Management, Industrial Engineering, Interpersonal Skills, Leadership, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), Marketing, Mentoring, Performance Metrics, Product Engineering, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Semiconductor Manufacturing, Service Delivery, Software Administration, Software Engineering, Talent Management, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Technical Leadership, Technical Recruiting, Technical Support, Willing to Travel
Position: Applications Engineering Manager
Location: San Jose, CA
Reports To: Director of Marketing
Position Overview
The Applications Engineering Manager will lead and grow Mountz’ Applications Engineering team, shaping the future of customer-facing technical services while acting as a critical bridge between customers, marketing, product and engineering teams, and development partners. This role combines technical leadership with organizational responsibility: building a high-performing team of applications engineers and ensuring customers receive best-in-class technical support.
This individual must have deep technical expertise in manufacturing environments and electromechanical systems, while also demonstrating the leadership skills to manage, mentor, and expand a team that delivers measurable impact.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Team Development
- Build, shape, and grow the Applications Engineering team hiring, mentoring, and developing engineers to ensure long-term organizational success. Manage on-site Applications Engineers at key clients.
- Design, contribute and support strategic Applications Engineering initiatives.
- Establish and track KPIs for team effectiveness, service delivery, and customer success.
- Foster a culture of accountability, technical excellence, and continuous improvement within the team. Modernize the learning and development program to ensure all Applications Engineers achieve the highest technical standards.
Qualifications:
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering (Master’s preferred).
· 8+ years of experience in manufacturing or industrial environments, with direct experience integrating devices into factory systems.
· 3+ years of experience leading or managing a technical team; proven ability to recruit, grow, and develop engineering talent.
Strong understanding of:
- PLC systems.
- Electromechanical systems, including servo motors, motion profiles, and controls
- MES systems, work cell controls, and process documentation systems.
Deep technical expertise in fastening and assembly processes.
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; proven ability to collaborate cross-functionally.
Experience managing budgets, timelines, and multi-stakeholder projects.
Preferred: Professional proficiency in Korean or Spanish.
Additional Details
Travel: 25% (domestic and international)
Salary
$170K - $ 180K / year
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