Sr. Field Application Engineer

Molex

Rochester Hills (MI)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

medical
dental
vision
flexible spending and health savings
life insurance
ADD
disability
retirement
paid vacation/time off
educational assistance
infertility assistance
paid parental leave
adoption assistance

Job summary

Molex is seeking a Sr. Field Application Engineer in Rochester Hills, MI. You will operate at the intersection of automotive OEMs, semiconductor partners, and industry leaders to identify opportunities and influence next-generation vehicle architectures.

You will leverage technical expertise to shape Molex strategy, create growth opportunities, and position Molex solutions early in platform development cycles. Travel up to 25% is expected.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, Business, or a related field.
  • Experience in automotive networking, connectivity, semiconductors, or related technologies.
  • Experience in business development, product strategy, product management, systems architecture, or technical marketing.
  • Knowledge of Automotive Ethernet or vehicle networking technologies.
  • Experience influencing technical and commercial stakeholders across multiple teams.

Responsibilities

  • Build strategic relationships with automotive OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, and semiconductor companies.
  • Identify new business opportunities aligned to Automotive Ethernet, high-speed connectivity, and software-defined vehicle trends.
  • Influence early-stage platform and reference design decisions that create long-term growth opportunities for Molex.
  • Monitor market, technology, and competitive trends and translate insights into actionable business strategies.
  • Partner with product management, engineering, and commercial teams to define future product direction.
  • Support development and execution of long-term technology and market roadmaps.
  • Represent Molex in customer engagements, industry conferences, and standards organizations.

Skills

Automotive networking
Business development
Product strategy
Systems architecture
Technical marketing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/related field

Job description

MOLEX - CMSBU Networking Division
Sr. Field Application Engineer

Location: Rochester Hills, MI | Reports To: Sr. Group Manager, Product Strategy & Transformation | Travel: Up to 25%

Your Job

Help define the future of automotive networking before it reaches the road.

As a Sr. Field Application Engineer, you will operate at the intersection of automotive OEMs, semiconductor partners, and industry leaders to identify emerging technology opportunities and influence next-generation vehicle architectures. You will leverage technical expertise and market knowledge to shape Molex strategy, create new growth opportunities, and position Molex solutions early in platform development cycles.

What You Will Do
  • Build strategic relationships with automotive OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, and semiconductor companies
  • Identify new business opportunities aligned to Automotive Ethernet, high-speed connectivity, and software‑defined vehicle trends
  • Influence early‑stage platform and reference design decisions that create long‑term growth opportunities for Molex
  • Monitor market, technology, and competitive trends and translate insights into actionable business strategies
  • Partner with product management, engineering, and commercial teams to define future product direction
  • Support development and execution of long‑term technology and market roadmaps
  • Represent Molex in customer engagements, industry conferences, and standards organizations
Success in This Role
  • Molex solutions are designed into next‑generation vehicle platforms early in development
  • Strategic partnerships drive long‑term growth opportunities across the automotive ecosystem
  • Product and technology roadmaps align with future market requirements
  • Molex is recognized as a trusted innovation partner in automotive networking
Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, Business, or a related field
  • Experience in automotive networking, connectivity, semiconductors, or related technologies
  • Experience in business development, product strategy, product management, systems architecture, or technical marketing
  • Knowledge of Automotive Ethernet or vehicle networking technologies
  • Experience influencing technical and commercial stakeholders across multiple
What Will Put You Ahead
  • Advanced degree in Engineering, Business, or a technical discipline
  • Experience engaging automotive OEM architecture teams or semiconductor ecosystem partners
  • Experience participating in standards bodies such as IEEE or OPEN Alliance
  • Experience developing technology roadmaps or product strategies
  • Demonstrated thought leadership through publications, speaking engagements, patents, or industry participation
Hiring Philosophy

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers.

Who We Are

As a Koch company, Molex is a leading supplier of connectors and interconnect components, driving innovation in electronics and supporting industries from automotive to health care and consumer to data communications. The thousands of innovators who work for Molex have made us a global electronics leader. Our experienced people, groundbreaking products and leading‑edge technologies help us deliver a wider array of solutions to more markets than ever before.

Our Benefits
  • medical
  • dental
  • vision
  • flexible spending and health savings accounts
  • life insurance
  • ADD
  • disability
  • retirement
  • paid vacation/time off
  • educational assistance
  • infertility assistance
  • paid parental leave
  • adoption assistance

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region.

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E‑Verify.

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