Application Engineer

Amphenol RF; Danbury (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits

Generous PTO allowance

Employer-paid life insurance

Favorable work/life balance

Job summary

A global manufacturer in connector solutions is seeking a motivated individual to drive NPI activities and oversee project delivery in Danbury, Connecticut. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering and 1-3 years of related experience. Responsibilities include managing project timelines, collaborating with teams, and providing technical presentations. Offering competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, this role provides a collaborative work environment with opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• 1 to 3 years of related experience in a technical field.
• Detail-oriented and efficient work style.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with team members.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize and drive NPI activities for defined regions.
• Oversee timely project delivery with best quality.
• Build cost models for new product designs.
• Travel for technical presentations with the Sales team.

Skills

Proficient in MS Office

Proficient in Google for Business

Excellent time-management

Organizational skills

Outstanding verbal communication

Outstanding written communication

Ability to work with multi-disciplinary teams

Detail-oriented approach

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Job description

JOIN OUR TEAM @ AMPHENOL RF, the world's largest manufacturer of coaxial interconnect products for radio frequency, microwave, and data transmission applications, and a proven leader in enabling next‑gen technology! Our global team of experienced engineers develops innovative solutions utilizing the most advanced manufacturing technology available, and we specialize in creating custom solutions that meet customer-specific design requirements. With consistent year over year growth, innovative technology, and a team that breeds success, we are always seeking top‑tier, high‑performing talent to join us! We are headquartered in Danbury, Connecticut, and a division of Amphenol Corporation (NYSE ticker: APH), an industry leader for more than fifty years.

At Amphenol RF, you can expect a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, matching 401K, FSA, employer‑paid life insurance), favorable work/life balance, a generous PTO allowance and paid holidays, an engaging and collaborative work environment, numerous opportunities for career growth, and an entrepreneurial focus that encourages employees to chart their own paths.

Job Description

• Prioritize and drive NPI activities for customers within a defined geographic region to drive growth.
• Oversee the delivery of projects on‑time and on schedule with best‑in‑class quality with the design and development of application specific connector solutions.
• Remain current on market trends and Amphenol product portfolio / Capabilities/ Technologies.
• Determine optimum manufacturing location (prototype / production) based on customer logistics / factory capabilities in coordination with global operations team.
• Address concerns and resolve problems as required.
• Drive Engineering Change Orders and New Product Releases.
• Utilize global design engineering resources to increase throughput and maximize efficiencies.
• Build cost models for new product designs by working with manufacturing and external vendors.
• Complete comprehensive product development projects to convert EAR opportunities into revenue.
• Organize and publish regional EAR reports with updates to drive weekly meeting agenda.
• Maintain organized project files.
• Travel with Sales team to provide technical presentations to customers as required (up to 15%).
• Drive rapid resolution of technical quality and production issues related to product consumed within the region.
• Assist in value engineering initiatives.
• Any other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering with one (1) to three (3) years of related experience.
• Proficient in MS Office and Google for Business.
• Ability to work with multi‑disciplinary teams.
• Excellent time‑management and organizational skills.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
• Takes a detail‑oriented and efficient approach to their work.

Amphenol RF is an equal opportunity organization. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.