Product Line Application Engineer – Custom Test Systems

Tektronix, Inc.; Viersen; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Tektronix is seeking a Product Line Applications Engineer to be the technical owner of how the high-power product line—bidirectional DC sources and loads for battery, e-mobility and data center power test—is used in real customer applications. The role builds demonstrations, application content, and maintains a dedicated high-power applications lab that this role will specify, build up, and operate.

The position sits at the nexus of Product Management, R&D, Sales, and field organization, serving

Qualifications

• Degree in electrical engineering or power electronics.
• Hands-on experience with high-power HV equipment.
• Fluent in German and English; safety-focused lab work.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical product questions, sizing, configuration recommendations.
• Translate customer requirements into technical solutions and concepts.
• Support customer-specific projects with documentation and development.
• Collaborate with PM, Engineering, Sales, Service to address challenges.
• Design and deliver demos, proof-of-concept setups for customers.
• Maintain and improve the applications laboratory and safety procedures.
• Create application notes, documentation, training materials.
• Assist with test automation and software interfaces.

Skills

Customer-facing communication

Python scripting

Power electronics knowledge

Lab/test engineering

Safety procedures

Education

Electrical engineering degree

Elektrofachkraft certification

Tools

Lab instrumentation

Job description

Description

The Product Line Applications Engineer is the technical owner of "how the product is used" for the high-power product line — bidirectional (regenerative) DC sources and loads for battery, e-mobility and data center power test. The role turns product capability into proven, demonstrable customer applications: through custom project engineering, live demonstrations, application content, and a dedicated high-power applications lab that this role is expected to specify, build up and operate.

Description

The Product Line Applications Engineer is the technical owner of "how the product is used" for the high-power product line — bidirectional (regenerative) DC sources and loads for battery, e-mobility and data center power test. The role turns product capability into proven, demonstrable customer applications: through custom project engineering, live demonstrations, application content, and a dedicated high-power applications lab that this role is expected to specify, build up and operate.

The position is part of the Product Line organization and serves as the technical bridge between Product Management, R&D, Sales, and the field organization. It is neither a sales role nor a development role, but a customer-facing technical leadership position that ensures effective collaboration across all functions and translates application insights into successful products and solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Support customers and internal teams with technical product questions, system sizing, configuration recommendations, and application-related inquiries.
• Assist in translating customer requirements into practical technical solutions and system concepts for a variety of power electronics applications.
• Contribute to customer-specific projects by helping define requirements, preparing technical documentation, and supporting solution development.
• Collaborate with Product Management, Engineering, Sales, and Service teams to address technical challenges and support successful project execution.
• Design, build, maintain, and deliver product demonstrations, proof-of-concept setups, and application-focused presentations for customers and industry events.
• Support the operation and continuous improvement of the applications laboratory, including test setups, equipment maintenance, safety procedures, and verification testing.
• Create and maintain application notes, technical documentation, training materials, and reference examples to support customers, sales teams, and partners.
• Assist with test automation, software integration, and industrial communication interfaces while supporting customer test systems and application environments.

Qualifications

• Degree in electrical engineering, power electronics, mechatronics or comparable.
• Several years in applications engineering, test engineering, commissioning or system integration — with genuine hands-on experience on high-power and high-voltage equipment (hundreds of volts and tens of kilowatts and above).
• Sound understanding of power electronics: converter topologies, regenerative/bidirectional operation, control loops and dynamic behavior, protection concepts, grid interaction and power quality.
• Practical knowledge of at least one target application field (battery test, e-mobility, energy storage, or data center / high-power DC distribution).
• Qualification and mindset for safe work on electrical installations (Elektrofachkraft or equivalent); willingness to take on responsible-person duties for the lab.
• Programming/scripting ability for test automation (Python or equivalent) and comfort with instrument remote-control interfaces.
• Ability to work customer-facing and to present technically to both engineers and decision makers.
• German and English, both business fluent.

What We Offer

• Join us in driving the “Electrification of Everything”
• Significant scope to shape quality strategies and optimize processes
• Continuous professional development and targeted support, especially in lean and Kaizen methodologies
• A modern, well-equipped workplace in a dynamic and innovative environment
• Flexible working hours to support a healthy work-life balance

Ralliant Corporation Overview

Ralliant, originally part of Fortive, now stands as a bold, independent public company driving innovation at the forefront of precision technology. With a global footprint and a legacy of excellence, we empower engineers to bring next-generation breakthroughs to life — faster, smarter, and more reliably. Our high-performance instruments, sensors, and subsystems fuel mission-critical advancements across industries, enabling real-world impact where it matters most. At Ralliant we're building the future, together with those driven to push boundaries, solve complex problems, and leave a lasting mark on the world.

About Tektronix

Tektronix, a wholly owned subsidiary of Ralliant Corporation, is a place where people are challenged to explore the boundaries of what’s possible, bringing the digital future one step closer every day. Through precision-engineered measurement solutions, we work with our customers to eliminate the barriers between inspiration and realization of world-changing technologies. We believe that cultivating a deeper sense of loyalty and belonging is key to how we attract and retain our best people. This reality inspires our Inclusion & Diversity vision, We Are More Together, and guides our approach as we all work toward creating great places where our teams work and thrive. Realize your true potential at Tektronix – join us in revolutionizing a better tomorrow!

We Are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ralliant Corporation and all Ralliant Companies are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristics protected by law. Ralliant and all Ralliant Companies are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment application process, please contact us at [e-mail].

Tektronix, a wholly owned subsidiary of Ralliant Corporation, is a place where people are challenged to explore the boundaries of what’s possible, bringing the digital future one step closer every day. Through precision-engineered measurement solutions, we work with our customers to eliminate the barriers between inspiration and realization of world-changing technologies. We believe that cultivating a deeper sense of loyalty and belonging is key to how we attract and retain our best people. This reality inspires our Inclusion & Diversity vision, We Are More Together, and guides our approach as we all work toward creating great places where our teams work and thrive. Realize your true potential at Tektronix – join us in revolutionizing a better tomorrow!

We Are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ralliant Corporation and all Ralliant Companies are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristics protected by law. Ralliant and all Ralliant Companies are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment application process, please contact us at [e-mail].