Technical Applications Engineer & Solutions Advocate

TRUMPF France; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 108,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Medical, dental, vision benefits withH

Tuition reimbursement

Paid family leave

Paid time off from day one

Life insurance and disability coverage

Gym membership subsidy

Job summary

TRUMPF Inc. is seeking an Applications Engineer to serve as a technical resource for the sales team, driving and managing the technology evaluation stage.

You will act as a product advocate, resolving technical issues and ensuring customer satisfaction through all stages of the sales process. The role requires 3+ years in engineering, knowledge of vacuum system architectures, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or Materials Science.
• 3+ years in similar engineering roles.
• Experience with vacuum systems architecture and controls.
• Strong communication and customer-facing skills.
• Willingness to travel 25% domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Maintain expert product knowledge and articulate industry applications to business and technical users.
• Provide design and specification development support to consultants, integrators, and distributors.
• Respond to RFIs/RFPs and convey customer requirements to internal stakeholders.
• Conduct technical/product training for sales personnel and engineers.
• Travel to project sites for start-up, integration, and training services.
• Maintain records of accounts and opportunities in approved databases.
• Support promotions and product sales at trade shows and events.
• Collaborate with TRUMPF Huettinger departments.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or Materials Science

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

TRUMPF Inc. is seeking an Applications Engineer to serve as a technical resource for the sales team, driving and managing the technology evaluation stage.

You will act as a product advocate, resolving technical issues and ensuring customer satisfaction through all stages of the sales process. The role requires 3+ years in engineering, knowledge of vacuum system architectures, and strong communication skills.