Applications Engineer

Join a leading international manufacturer as a skilled specialist in automotive systems, where you will facilitate customer engagement from the initial assessment through to the successful introduction of our innovative solutions. Your role will involve close customer collaboration to translate their requirements into precise technical frameworks, while also managing system integrations and field implementations. This pivotal position requires alignment with OEMs and teamwork with internal divisions to spearhead product development initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

Spearhead customer-facing technical initiatives during pre-sales engagements, delivering impactful product showcases and feasibility testing. Accurately convert customer requirements into comprehensive technical documentation, including specifications and validation blueprints. Oversee the creation and revision of essential technical documents, such as application notes and user manuals. Collaborate with research and development and product teams to customize solutions for clients in the manufacturing sector, addressing any operational challenges with detailed analysis and appropriate engineering adaptations. Deliver both on-site and remote technical assistance, conduct customer workshops, and facilitate knowledge transfer to ensure optimal solution deployment and application. Formulate and implement comprehensive testing strategies, validation procedures, and analyze outcomes while enhancing quality standards through methodologies like PFMEA and APQP. Support sales efforts by offering insight into project feasibility, resource allocation, and timeline estimation. Maintain up-to-date project documentation, track issues, and provide regular updates to both internal teams and external clients.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field. Over 5 years of experience in a manufacturing context within a similar domain. Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with a customer-centric approach. Ability to travel to client locations and service centers as required (up to 10-20% travel anticipated).