Sensata Technologies is seeking a Field Application Engineer to interface directly with customers for new business opportunities and to lead the development of technical sales content that increases customer acquisition and retention. The ideal candidate is an explorer and educator who will enlighten our community of partners and customers by creating tools that make the complicated simple. The candidate should be comfortable engaging with various stakeholders, including engineering, marketing, sales, operations, and customers. Sensata is a leader in the industrial space, so we would like to work with someone who can help us continue to provide thought leadership to the marketplace. The candidate should have attention to detail and the ability to translate technical topics into easy-to-understand concepts for audiences.Primary responsibilities of this role include understanding customer applications, gathering customer requirements, delivering technical training to stakeholders, developing sales enablement tools, and providing technical support to stakeholders. In addition, the position offers opportunities for a strong and high-performing individual for future progression with the team. This role reports to the Director of Technical Customer Support.This role has flexibility on location but requires at least 30% travel.General Responsibilities
Utilizes advanced knowledge of engineering principles & practices in the design, development, analysis and release of products throughout the product life cycle
Present in regular meetings with customers to provide an emphasis on technical problem solving. Supports existing customers on new product development projects under development
Communicate business and technical information between the customer and Sensata
Develop and maintain an in-depth technical understanding of Sensata’s products and competitor product offerings
Leads design review sessions, both customer and internal, as required; this includes conducting drawing and specification reviews with customers
Leads failure analysis examinations and prepare failure analysis reports of findings
Ensure projects meet customer requirements and quality standards
Perform engineering analyses. Review product specifications and utilize computer aided engineering applications to apply conditions, replicate performance, and evaluate the manufacturability of products
Help develop and refine 'standard' product configurations that capitalize on the company's strengths and products. Provide onsite technical assistance to the sales team at industry trade shows and customer demonstrations
Negotiate technical specifications
Respond to requests for proposals and assist in the preparation of quotations for standard and custom products
Establish and maintain customer engineering relations
Experience / Qualifications
A university degree required (i.e. Bachelors degree) or equivalent relevant work experience.
Must be a team player able to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to handle multiple competing tasks and demands
Strong communication skills; oral, written and presentation
Strong organization, planning and time management skills to achieve results
Strong personal and professional ethical values and integrity
Holds self-accountable to achieving goals and standards
Proficient in Microsoft Office programs (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)
Strong interpersonal & collaboration skills to work effectively with all levels of the organization including suppliers and/or external customers
Desired qualifications:Ability to travel within North AmericaExperience with troubleshooting software-enabled (firmware) hardware is a plus#LI-KK2 #LI-HybridSmarter Together
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