Sensor Field Application Engineer - Technical Solutions

Standex Electronics; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Standex Electronics is seeking a Field Application Engineer – Sensors to support revenue growth through technical expertise and close customer engagement. The role combines technical sales support with hands-on application engineering, collaborating with Sales, Engineering, Marketing, and Product Management to turn customer requirements into qualified business opportunities.

Ideal candidates bring 8+ years in sensor-related applications, a strong electrical understanding, and the ability to

Qualifications

• BS degree, or equivalent, in a technical-related discipline.
• 8+ years in a Field Application Engineer, Applications Engineer, Technical Support, or similar customer-facing technical role.
• Experience supporting sensor-related applications.
• Senior-level ability to work independently, manage complex customer engagements, and coordinate cross-functional activities.

Responsibilities

• Support revenue growth by increasing sales and market share through technical expertise, customer engagement, and opportunity identification.
• Drive strategic growth initiatives within the relay product line.
• Develop new customers and products and identify new market opportunities for Standex Electronics competencies.
• Facilitate the technical exchange between the customer and Standex engineering teams.
• Provide technical sales support, opportunity qualification, Voice-of-Customer feedback, CRM updates, and customer visit reports.
• Support product customization and integration, troubleshooting, technical documentation, application notes, user manuals, and pre- and post-sales support.
• Identify and solve technical concerns for new business opportunities in the field.
• Understand and promote key technical capabilities of Standex Electronics to support customer engagement and drive strategic growth.
• Lead cross-functional initiatives and coordinate with Sales, Marketing, Engineering, and Product Management.

Skills

Technical sales

Customer engagement

Cross-functional collaboration

CRM proficiency

Education

BS degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent

Tools

CRM systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Standex Electronics is seeking a Field Application Engineer – Sensors to support revenue growth through technical expertise and close customer engagement. The role combines technical sales support with hands-on application engineering, collaborating with Sales, Engineering, Marketing, and Product Management to turn customer requirements into qualified business opportunities.

Ideal candidates bring 8+ years in sensor-related applications, a strong electrical understanding, and the ability to