Applications Engineer Electronics / Embedded Support

Applications Engineer - Electronics /

Embedded Support Location:

Elgin, IL 60124

Hire Type :

Direct Hire /

Full-Time Salary :

$75,000 - $100,000

Benefits :

Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company contribution, PTO, and long-term growth opportunities We are partnering with a growing electronics manufacturer seeking an Applications Engineer with strong hands-on electronics troubleshooting experience. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working directly with customers, diagnosing hardware issues, and supporting embedded/display-based products in a technical, customer-facing environment. The hiring team is specifically looking for candidates with experience troubleshooting electronic assemblies to the component level and the ability to read schematics and diagnose hardware failures.

Responsibilities :

Support customers with technical troubleshooting, product integration, and application support Diagnose and resolve electronic hardware issues down to the component level Interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation to identify root cause failures Work closely with engineering and production teams to support product improvements and testing Assist with embedded hardware and firmware troubleshooting for display and electronic products Support RMA evaluations, testing, and repair activities Develop and maintain technical documentation, application notes, and test procedures Build and support demo units, prototypes, and test fixtures as needed

Qualifications :

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or related technical field preferred 4+ years of experience in electronics, embedded systems, or applications engineering Strong hands-on electronics troubleshooting experience required Ability to troubleshoot PCB assemblies and electronic systems to the component level Experience reading and interpreting electronic schematics required Strong communication skills and ability to support customers in a technical environment Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.