Eastern Field Application Engineer
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Job Location:
Detroit, MI - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
2 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
As a global leader in precision measurement sensing technologies VPG addresses an expanding array of applications in which accuracy reliability and repeatability make the difference. Whether it is in the design and safety of new generations of cars trucks and planes or optimizing advanced medical equipment and consumer products VPGs deep engineering expertise is making the world safer smarter and productive.
The Field Application Engineer (FAE) is a customer-facing technical expert who supports the full sales cyclefrom early design discussions to post-implementation success. This role works closely with customers to understand their applications recommend the right solutions and ensure successful product integration. You will act as a trusted advisor to both customers and the sales team helping drive design wins and long-term partnerships.
Responsibilities
- Provide pre-sales technical support by understanding customer requirements recommending solutions and supporting proposals design reviews and technical presentations
- Partner with sales to influence product selection and secure new business opportunities
- Deliver post-sales support by resolving technical issues supporting integration and assisting with testing calibration and validation
- Troubleshoot customer challenges both remotely and on-site as needed
- Share customer feedback with engineering and product teams to support product improvements and roadmap decisions
- Document applications solutions and lessons learned to build internal knowledge and support future opportunities
Region:
North America
Benefits:
- Base Salary: $105000 - $130000
- Company sponsored benefits that include medical dental vision life AD&D insurance disability and flexible spending account (FSA)
- Voluntary Critical Illness & Accidental Injury Insurance
- Company 401(k) Plan with 4% employer match (Employee/Employer Contributions 100% vested upon hire)
- Paid vacation and holidays
- Bonus eligible position
The estimated salary range allows for candidates with various levels of skills and experience to be considered as well as provides room for growth achieved within the role over time. Any offer extended to a candidate or salary increase consideration for a current employee will be based on the individuals unique set of knowledge skills education experience and geographic location as well as internal equity. #LI-REMOTE
Requirements:
- Bachelors degree in Engineering or a related technical field preferred
- Experience in a Field Application Engineer or similar customer-facing technical role within an electro-mechanical or component manufacturing environment
- Strong understanding of customer applications and product integration
- Experience with force sensing technologies is preferred
- Hands-on skills such as strain gage bonding or soldering are an advantage
- Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly
- Organized self-disciplined and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Team-oriented with a proactive approach to problem-solving and customer support
- Fluent in written and spoken English
