Applications Engineer I – Spectroscopy Solutions

Ocean Optics; Pacifica (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness benefits

Competitive compensation package

Job summary

Ocean Optics in Pacifica, California, is seeking an Applications Engineer to collaborate with sales and customers to specify and configure spectroscopic solutions that fit precise needs. You will engage as a trusted advisor and develop OEM product specifications while supporting testing at customer sites.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years in Applications Engineering, deep spectroscopy knowledge, and the ability to translate objectives into tangible results.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in Applications Engineering.
• BS or higher in a technical field; MS/PhD preferred.
• Deep knowledge of spectroscopic principles.
• Ability to translate objectives into tangible results.

Responsibilities

• Interact with sales to understand application needs and recommend product configurations.
• Act as trusted advisor, advising customers on solutions options.
• Develop product specifications for OEM customers.
• Support qualification testing of new products at customer sites.
• Record issues and document resolutions; identify improvement opportunities.
• Deliver remote and on-site services; travel to customer sites as needed.

Skills

Spectroscopy knowledge

Customer engagement

Problem solving

Time management

Communication

Education

BS in technical field

MS or PhD preferred

Job description

Ocean Optics in Pacifica, California, is seeking an Applications Engineer to collaborate with sales and customers to specify and configure spectroscopic solutions that fit precise needs. You will engage as a trusted advisor and develop OEM product specifications while supporting testing at customer sites.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years in Applications Engineering, deep spectroscopy knowledge, and the ability to translate objectives into tangible results.