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Senior Application Engineer

Novi, Michigan, United States - ams-OSRAM USA Inc.

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Bringing intelligence to light and passion to innovation

ams OSRAM is a global leader in optical solutions. By adding intelligence to light and passion to innovation, we enrich peoples" lives. This is what we mean by Sensing is Life. Our employees worldwide focus on innovation across sensing, illumination and visualization to make journeys safer, medical diagnoses more accurate and daily moments in communication a richer experience.

The Opto Semiconductors business within ams OSRAM offers high-performance opto semiconductor components and in-depth support for state-of-the-art system solutions based on innovative semiconductor optical sources. The Business Unit can look back on almost fifty years of production and development expertise.

As part of a global Team, Application Engineering Team is responsible for designing our components in to leading solutions within the illumination, visualization, and sensing applications. This position is within the Illumination team. Application Engineers are also responsible for acting as the technical liaison between our customers and R&D/PD team to stay on top new technologies to maintain our global leadership within the industry.

Your new responsibilities:

• Create a deep technical system understanding by investigating into all relevant system approaches to figure out benefits and drawbacks of the different system solutions
• Provide support in all aspects, electrical, thermal, and optical, of a complete system to our customers and other internal customer facing teams
• Provide application support to ams OSRAM"s existing customers and cultivate new relationships with potential new customers and partners by developing design proposals, hardware mock-ups, and any technical material.
• Identify and develop innovative applications for ams Osram's products. Extract and communicate key technical requirements for new product ideas from the customers and market, and work closely with the Product management and R&D/ Product Development team on the new product designs
• Develop application-level documentations including design guidelines, reference designs, applications notes & design tools
• Collaborate with marketing and Sales to develop & execute product and application solution promotion plans, provide technical product and application training&
• Promote ams OSRAM LED technologies through industry technical committees, technical conferences, and events & tradeshows

Who we are looking for

What we look for:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in engineering, Optoelectronics, or Physics
• 5+ years of experience in developing electronics systems or applications, preferably LED /Laser/Sensor-based systems, practical experience with product, module and/or system evaluations
• Strong understanding of basic semiconductor devices and their characteristics
• Understanding of thermal management concepts and photometry of optoelectronics devices is considered to be a definite asset
• Experience with customer interfacing, presenting at conferences, and technical writing
• Programming/ Microcontroller development experience will be a PLUS
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Self-motivated and self-dependent working style
• Ability to travel (approximately 20-30%)

ams OSRAM is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity, or veteran status. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, please contact the local Recruiter, Hiring Manager or HR Manager in the location in which you are applying for.

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Julia Zajac will be happy to answer any questions you may have.

For data protection reasons, we only accept applications submitted through our applicant portal. This allows you to view the status of your application in your profile at any time.

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The ams OSRAM culture focuses on variety and innovation.

A more than motivating working atmosphere, combined with attractive training opportunities and performance-oriented compensation encourage our employees' actions and promote their entrepreneurial spirit. An agile mindset, trust and integrity - for us at ams OSRAM, these values are not just empty promises, but an integral part of our corporate culture that we live every day. In fact, these are the key prerequisites for employees to fulfill even the highest requirements. Learn more about what you can expect from us!

Bringing intelligence to light and passion to innovation

The ams OSRAM Group is a global leader in innovative light and sensor solutions. As a specialist in Digital Photonics, we combine engineering excellence with cutting-edge global manufacturing to offer our customers the broadest portfolio of digital light and sensing technologies. "Sense the power of light" - our success has ever since been based on a deep understanding of the potential of light. For 120 years, we have been developing innovations that move markets: from automotive applications and industrial manufacturing to medical and consumer electronics. Around 19,000 employees worldwide are working on pioneering solutions alongside societal megatrends such as smart mobility, artificial intelligence, augmented reality, smart health, and robotics. This is reflected in over 12,000 patents granted and applied for.

The ams OSRAM Opto Semiconductors business offers high-performance opto semiconductor components and in-depth support for state-of-the-art system solutions based on innovative semiconductor light sources. The Business Unit can look back on almost fifty years of production and development expertise.

Senior Application Engineer

Novi, Michigan, United States - ams-OSRAM USA Inc.

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Bringing intelligence to light and passion to innovation

ams OSRAM is a global leader in optical solutions. By adding intelligence to light and passion to innovation, we enrich peoples" lives. This is what we mean by Sensing is Life. Our employees worldwide focus on innovation across sensing, illumination and visualization to make journeys safer, medical diagnoses more accurate and daily moments in communication a richer experience.

The Opto Semiconductors business within ams OSRAM offers high-performance opto semiconductor components and in-depth support for state-of-the-art system solutions based on innovative semiconductor optical sources. The Business Unit can look back on almost fifty years of production and development expertise.

As part of a global Team, Application Engineering Team is responsible for designing our components in to leading solutions within the illumination, visualization, and sensing applications. This position is within the Illumination team. Application Engineers are also responsible for acting as the technical liaison between our customers and R&D/PD team to stay on top new technologies to maintain our global leadership within the industry.

Your new responsibilities:

• Create a deep technical system understanding by investigating into all relevant system approaches to figure out benefits and drawbacks of the different system solutions
• Provide support in all aspects, electrical, thermal, and optical, of a complete system to our customers and other internal customer facing teams
• Provide application support to ams OSRAM"s existing customers and cultivate new relationships with potential new customers and partners by developing design proposals, hardware mock-ups, and any technical material.
• Identify and develop innovative applications for ams Osram's products. Extract and communicate key technical requirements for new product ideas from the customers and market, and work closely with the Product management and R&D/ Product Development team on the new product designs
• Develop application-level documentations including design guidelines, reference designs, applications notes & design tools
• Collaborate with marketing and Sales to develop & execute product and application solution promotion plans, provide technical product and application training&
• Promote ams OSRAM LED technologies through industry technical committees, technical conferences, and events & tradeshows

Who we are looking for

What we look for:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in engineering, Optoelectronics, or Physics
• 5+ years of experience in developing electronics systems or applications, preferably LED /Laser/Sensor-based systems, practical experience with product, module and/or system evaluations
• Strong understanding of basic semiconductor devices and their characteristics
• Understanding of thermal management concepts and photometry of optoelectronics devices is considered to be a definite asset
• Experience with customer interfacing, presenting at conferences, and technical writing
• Programming/ Microcontroller development experience will be a PLUS
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Self-motivated and self-dependent working style
• Ability to travel (approximately 20-30%)

ams OSRAM is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity, or veteran status. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, please contact the local Recruiter, Hiring Manager or HR Manager in the location in which you are applying for.

Job details

Job ID:23045Published2026/04/06Experience level:Experienced Professional (>8 Years)Type of contract:PermanentEmployment type:Full-timeWork Model:On siteBusiness unit:Opto Semiconductors (OS)Organization:ams-OSRAM USA Inc.Job field:Marketing

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For data protection reasons, we only accept applications submitted through our applicant portal. This allows you to view the status of your application in your profile at any time.

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Employer-funded company pension plan

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Up to 30 vacation days per year

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Lena

Sales

Lena leads OES (Original Equipment Supplier) Sales and the Automotive Aftermarket at ams OSRAM, where she has worked for nearly 20 years. She highlights how the company"s innovative sensing and lighting technologies make mobility safer. For her, ams OSRAM is a unique employer offering many opportunities to grow, collaborate with diverse teams, and develop personally. Success in her role requires enjoying teamwork, having passion for the products, and an interest in mobility and the automotive industry. She especially values the company"s leadership trainings, female mentoring programs, and other development initiatives.

Marc

Research & Development

Marc is a Project Manager who has been with the organization for eight years. He works on transforming high tech ideas into real world solutions that enable mobility to both sense and shine. By developing and producing chips that help vehicles see better, his work directly contributes to making driving safer. In his role, technical expertise, clear decision making, and confident leadership are essential to keeping projects and teams on track. What he appreciates most is being part of a community that works with cutting edge technology and genuinely great people.

Huiying

Research & Development

Huiying is an Epitaxy Research & Development Engineer who joined the company in 2021 after completing her studies. She is passionate about technologies that sense light, movement, and even human signals, and she enjoys contributing to products that are essential in everyday devices such as smartwatches, smartphones, CCTV cameras, and head up displays. Working alongside many talented researchers has helped her grow both professionally and personally. She especially values the supportive colleagues and the flexible working model, which is particularly important to her as the mother of a one year old.

Julian

Apprentice Microtechnology

Julian is a Microtechnologist Apprentice in his second year. He works on ensuring the quality of high end imaging devices and sensors, helping unlock the full potential of modern sensing technologies. Before starting his apprenticeship, he had no idea how much expertise, teamwork, and advanced technology were needed to create something as small and common as an LED. A realization that still fascinates him. His role requires precise manual skills, careful handling of extremely small components, and a solid technical interest. He believes that the skills and knowledge gained in his role enable him to actively shape the future of technology.

Nicola

Corporate Administration

Nicola has been with the organization for nearly 12 years and works as an Executive Assistant supporting Corporate Development and the Head of Global Sales. She showcases how global collaboration drives innovation by working closely with assistants around the world on day to day business. Success in her role requires strong organizational skills, quick thinking, common sense, and supportive colleagues. What many don"t realize is that her job involves coordinating across many cultures and time zones, which demands flexibility and adaptability. She appreciates the pleasant working environment and especially enjoys collaborating with international colleagues.

Nasibeh

Research & Development

Nasibeh is a Project Manager in the laser group and has been with the organization for about two years. She works on creating tiny, highly energy efficient lasers that help make everyday life smarter and brighter. With a scientific background, she has always been driven by the desire to develop technologies that have a positive impact on people"s lives. Her work bridges research, development, and real-world applications that benefit many. She values the professional culture based on mutual respect and the commitment to developing employees" talents. She believes people should join the organization because it embraces individuality, strengthens skills, and allows talent to truly shine.

Christian

Operations

Christian is the Head of Production in Regensburg and has been with the organization for 13 years, beginning his career as a Process Engineer. For him, automation starts with human vision - meaning that technology matters, but the people behind it and the positive atmosphere are just as essential. He values the impact of turning innovative technologies into real world products and believes that when the right people collaborate, true magic happens. His own growth reflects the strong support he received from leaders and colleagues, which enabled him to progress from an engineer to leading the entire production area. He believes this is a place where excellence and enjoyment go hand in hand, offering an environment where people can thrive.

Teresa

Product Marketing

Teresa is a Product Manager specializing in edge emitting lasers and has been with the organization for almost eight years. She highlights how automation begins with human vision and how her work helps advance automated solutions. After starting her career in Research & Development, she moved to the Visualization & Sensing business line, allowing her to broaden her horizons and work more closely with the market and customers. In her role, teamwork, creativity, agility, and making the right decisions for products and customers are essential. She appreciates the strong team spirit and the focus on innovation that keeps the organization moving forward.

Thomas

Operations

Thomas has been with the organization for three and a half years and works as a Process Engineer. He believes that light is far more than illumination - it enables people to live more comfortably, day and night, indoors and outdoors. He values the close and open communication with his manager, which supports his continuous learning and personal growth. For success in his role, he highlights the importance of sharing technical knowledge, strong teamwork, and a solid understanding of manufacturing and LED technologies. What he appreciates most is the positive team spirit, the flat hierarchies, and the welcoming atmosphere he experiences every day as a young engineer.

Florian

Product Engineering

Florian has been a Product Marketing Manager for ten years, working at the intersection of medical and health technologies. He is driven by being close to innovations that improve people"s lives, supported by unique optical components combined with integrated circuit technologies that enable entirely new solutions for customers. For success in his role, he emphasizes the importance of truly listening to customers - understanding their needs, challenges, and vision. What he values most is the wide range of opportunities across technical, business, and corporate paths, as well as the strong support for developing skills in the direction he chooses.

Michael

Finance

Michael works in Group Accounting within Accounting Principles and External Reporting and recently joined the organization. He highlights how global collaboration drives innovation and how transparent financial statements build trust among investors, employees, and other key stakeholders. What many don"t realize is that group accounting is about far more than numbers - behind every figure lies a story, a process, and the real drivers of company value. He appreciates leaders who recognize potential, the internal training that support growth, and the opportunity to collaborate with diverse teams across the globe. For him, it"s a workplace where he can be himself and where his work truly has an impact on a global scale.

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You simply register on our applicant portal and receive access data with which you log in. In the application form, you only have to fill out a few fields and can upload important documents such as cover letter, resume or certificates. This usually takes 5 - 10 minutes. As soon as your application has been successfully saved in our applicant portal, you will automatically receive a confirmation of receipt. The individual review of your documents by HR and the department usually takes two to four weeks.

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If your profile is suitable for the advertised position, we will invite you to a telephone interview.

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You have aroused our interest! Now we would like to get to know you personally and invite you to a first interview. In this interview, you will talk to your potential manager and the recruiter about your opportunities at ams OSRAM and your skills and professional experience. The time between the telephone interview and the first personal interview is usually one to two weeks.

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If the first interview goes well for you and for us, you are on the shortlist. It is very likely that we will invite you to a further interview: Often there is a need for further clarification after the first interview, in terms of content or organization, which we can then discuss. The time span between the first and the second personal interview is usually two weeks.

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We have reached an agreement and the contractual issues are settled? - Welcome to ams OSRAM! The time span between the second personal interview and the conclusion of the contract is usually one to two weeks.

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We look forward to welcoming you on your first day at work. With our onboarding measures we actively support you to quickly find your way in the ams OSRAM world. You will soon be able to concentrate fully on your new projects and tasks.

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