Application Engineer 2

Applications Engineer JOIN OUR TEAM @ AMPHENOL RF, the world's largest manufacturer of coaxial interconnect products for radio frequency, microwave, and data transmission applications, and a proven leader in enabling next-gen technology! Our global team of experienced engineers develops innovative solutions utilizing the most advanced manufacturing technology available, and we specialize in creating custom solutions that meet customer-specific design requirements. With consistent year over year growth, innovative technology, and a team that breeds success, we are always seeking top-tier, high-performing talent to join us! We are headquartered in Danbury, Connecticut, and a division of Amphenol Corporation (NYSE ticker: APH), an industry leader for more than fifty years. At Amphenol RF, you can expect a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, matching 401K, FSA, employer-paid life insurance), favorable work/life balance, a generous PTO allowance and paid holidays, an engaging and collaborative work environment, numerous opportunities for career growth, and an entrepreneurial focus that encourages employees to chart their own paths. We are currently seeking an Applications Engineer to serve as our NPI (New Product Introduction) champion, providing technical guidance to both customers and internal stakeholders. This is a fully remote position. The ideal candidate will reside in the Detroit, MI Metropolitan area. Duties & Responsibilities Prioritize and support NPI activities for customers within a defined geographic region to drive growth. Oversee the delivery of projects on-time and on schedule with best–in-class quality with the design and development of application specific connector solutions. Remain current on market trends and Amphenol product portfolio / Capability / Technologies. Determine optimum manufacturing location (prototype / production) based on customer logistics / factory capabilities in co-ordination with global operations team. Address concerns and resolve problems as required. Drive Engineering Change Orders and New Product Releases. Utilize global design engineering resources to increase throughput and maximize efficiencies. Build cost models for new product designs by working with manufacturing and external vendors. Complete comprehensive product development projects to convert EAR opportunities into revenue. Organize and publish regional EAR reports with updates to drive weekly meeting agenda. Maintain organized project files. Travel with Sales team to provide technical presentations to customers as required. (up to 15%) Drive rapid resolution of technical quality and production issues related to product consumed within the region. Assist in value engineering initiatives. Any other duties as assigned. Education/Experience Requirements Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering with one (1) to three (3) years of related experience. Automotive industry experience required. Other requirements as necessary. Amphenol RF is an equal opportunity organization. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Amphenol RF