Field Application Engineer Power Interconnect

Field Application Engineer - Power InterconnectsReports To: Technical DirectorJob Description Summary:The Field Application Engineer (FAE) Power Interconnects will provide technical support and application expertise across North America for Amphenols power-to-board and power-to-rack connector solutions and liquid cooling used in AI server data center and high-performance computing (HPC) applications. This individual will be a key technical interface between customers sales and product development teams ensuring that Amphenols interconnect technologies meet the evolving power distribution needs of next-generation AI role includes collaboration with hyperscale OEM and rack integration customers as well as participation in industry initiatives related to high-density power delivery and AI system infrastructure standards. You will be expected to develop new business and drive new product development needs to meet the markets technology trends by working internally with global Product Management Business Development and Duties & Responsibilities:Support AI and data center customers in the design development and integration of Amphenol power connector solutions into rack server and board-level customer specifications and requirements into interconnect designs collaborating closely with internal engineering and manufacturing technical leadership in power delivery standards and participate in relevant working groups (e.g. OCP ODCC or hyperscaler-specific initiatives).Drive innovation in connector technologies for high-current low-resistance and high-reliability with sales and business development to provide technical insight during design-in and qualification field validation performance testing and troubleshooting at customer sites or Amphenol as the voice of the customer to inform future product roadmap and technology up-to-date awareness ofAI hardware trends including rack density power efficiency and modular architecture & Experience RequirementsBachelors degree in Electrical Mechanical or Mechatronic Engineering (Masters preferred).37 years of experience in connector design power electronics or related hardware integration in AI data centers rack power distribution cooling systems or server platform engineering strongly -facing or field engineering experience involvement with industry standards or consortiums (OCP PCIe or similar) a with AI compute racks GPU servers and power delivery architectures (e.g. 48V blind-mate power busbars) highly and KnowledgeLocation in or near Bay area (CA)Prefer candidate come from Data Center company focus on technical understanding of power electronics high-current interconnects and thermal in electrical and mechanical CAD tools (e.g. Creo SolidWorks AutoCAD).Working knowledge of electrical performance metrics such as current carrying capacity contact resistance derating and to interpret electrical schematics 3D models and mechanical interpersonal presentation and communication skills for customer and cross-functional withMicrosoft to travel domestically and internationally up to 50%. Significant travel in Bay Area (CA)Proficiency in engineering simulation tools (e.g. ANSYS SPICE or equivalent) nice to Introduction:Amphenol Industrial Operations headquartered in Endicott New York with global manufacturing design sales and marketing locations specializes in delivering a comprehensive range of high-reliability power and signal connectors along with interconnection systems designed specifically for harsh environments and high performance. Our solutions cater to diverse high-growth industrial sectors such as alternative energy energy storage hyperscale datacom telecom rail and mass transit electric and hybrid vehicles transportation factory automation robotics and heavy product portfolio addresses modern power and signal requirements and emerging system technology needs encompassing high-amperage power interconnects utilizing proprietary RADSOK contact technology ruggedized circular rectangular interconnects and board level contacts (GT AC PT Amphe-Lite Radsert PowerBlok SurLok Plus ePower UPC H4 Plus and more) advanced power distribution including value-add box builds custom-engineered cable assemblies and overmolded harnesses. With a dedicated team of over 2500 skilled staff operating across a growing international footprintincluding eight key manufacturing sites in North America Asia-Pacific Europe and the Middle East providing localization for our customer base. Amphenol Industrial Operations consistently meets the highest global standards of quality product performance design capabilities and regionalized technical and sales Industrial Operations proudly operates as a business unit of Amphenol Corporation (NYSE: APH) a global leader in the electronics revolution headquartered in Wallingford Requirements:The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to talk hear sit stand; walk; and use hands to finger handle or feel. Must be able to sit and/or stand for long periods of time. Ability to work in labs at customer sites and with hands-on equipment. Occasional lifting of samples/equipment (up to 50 lbs). Regular domestic travel and occasional international travel.