Field Application Engineer (Connectors)

JAE Electronics; Cupertino (CA); On-site; USD 86,000 - 116,100; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in California is seeking a Field Application Engineer (FAE) to serve as a dedicated technical liaison for strategic partnerships. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical expertise and excellent communication skills, as they will work closely with Customer X’s engineering teams. Fluency in English and Japanese is essential for effective collaboration. Responsibilities include providing technical support, leading design activities, and ensuring compliance with engineering standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or equivalent technical experience is required.
• Proven experience in technical sales or a related field.
• Solutions-based background in working with customers.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary technical interface for Customer X.
• Provide connector selection and application engineering support.
• Deliver technical presentations and documentation.
• Communicate insights and requirements to internal teams.

Skills

Technical expertise

Excellent communication skills

Customer-first mindset

Proficiency with CAD tools

Bilingual in English and Japanese

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Tools

CAD tools

Job description

This range is provided by JAE Electronics. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$86,000.00/yr - $116,100.00/yr

JAE ELECTRONICS, INC. JOB DESCRIPTION

DEPARTMENT: Engineering / Technical Sales Support

SUPERVISES: None

POSITION TYPE: Exempt

General Position Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated Field Application Engineer (FAE) to support our strategic partnership with Customer X. This role will serve as the dedicated technical liaison between Customer X’s engineering teams and our internal product development, ensuring the successful integration of our connector and interconnect solutions into Customer X’s products.

The ideal candidate will bring strong technical expertise, excellent communication skills, and a customer-first mindset, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment. Fluency in both English and Japanese is required to effectively support collaboration with Customer X’s teams and our Japan-based manufacturing and engineering partners.

Major Accountabilities

1. Act as the primary technical interface for Customer X, building and maintaining strong relationships with Customer X’s engineering and program teams.
2. Provide connector selection, design‑in, and application engineering support tailored to Customer X’s requirements.
3. Lead design‑win activities by ensuring compliance with Customer X's electrical, mechanical, thermal, and reliability standards.
4. Collaborate with Customer X and internal engineering teams on prototype builds, qualification, and mass production readiness.
5. Address technical challenges related to signal integrity, EMI/EMC, durability, and manufacturability.
6. Deliver technical presentations, documentation, and performance reports in line with Customer X’s review processes.
7. Proactively identify and mitigate risks in design and production phases.
8. Communicate customer insights, requirements, and roadmaps to internal product management and R&D teams.
9. Support on‑site and virtual design reviews, audits, and issue resolution activities.
10. Travel as required to Customer X offices, contract manufacturers, and global company sites.

Duties and Responsibilities (Percent)

• Customer’s project support on all technical aspect – 30%
• Customer support / proposals / technical documentation – 30%
• Lead product development with internal team – 30%
• Project and Program Engineering Reviews – 10%

Core Competencies

• Willingness to learn interconnect products and supporting applications.
• Strong ability to initiate and maintain customer / supplier relationships.
• Excellent and effective program management skills.
• Strong understanding of the technical aspects of the company’s products.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and travel within the assigned territory.
• Proficiency in CRM software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Japanese (verbal and written) to effectively collaborate with internal and external teams.

Qualification Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree (Engineering, Industrial Distribution preferred) or equivalent technical experience.
• Experience: Solutions-based background in working with customers in developing long-term customer relationships and partnerships. Proven experience in technical sales or a related field.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency with CAD tools, simulation environments, and basic electrical/mechanical testing.

Seniority Level

• Associate

Employment Type

• Full-time

Job Function

• Engineering and Public Relations

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