Applications Engineer - Distributed Fiber Optic Sensing (DFOS) (m/f/d)

Our Company

AP Sensing specializes in distributed fiber optic sensing technology , with "Advanced Photonics" reflecting its expertise in photonics. With over 40 years of expertise rooted in HP (Hewlett-Packard) heritage , AP Sensing is a global leader in distributed fiber optical test and measurement technology. Our advanced sensing solutions are trusted across multiple industries, providing reliable performance in a wide range of applications. Thinking ahead, and leveraging decades of experience, AP Sensing continues to innovate and deliver cutting-edge solutions in optical sensing and monitoring technologies.

YOUR NEW CAREER

As hands-on Applications Engineer you will be part of a global team responsible for field and technical support of Distributed Fiber Optic Sensing (DFOS) solutions.

Using fiber optic cables as continuous sensors, we combine cutting-edge photonics sensing technology and machine learning to deliver reliable real-time insights along pipelines, power cables, railway lines, and other assets. In this role, you play a key part in customer deployments in the US, Canada, Central & South America.

Your Responsibilities

• As an application engineer you will be managing fiber optical sensing projects, including site surveys, system (field) configuration, network interfacing, site acceptance, customer hand-over training, and ongoing operational support. You will provide strong assistance to sales team members and our value-added partners in evaluating project requirements and developing project-specific AP Sensing solutions.

Your Profile

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Telecommunications, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, or related field
• Knowledge of fiber optics
• Strong presentation skills are required
• Self-motivated with ability to work independently and in a team with strong communication, and documentation skills
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work in a dynamic customer focused environment
• Command with 2D drawing tools
• Solid computer networking skills: architecture and problem-solving
• Experience with SCADA interfaces (e.g. Modbus, DNP3, IEC 104, other)
• 4+ years’ experience working in the fiber optics, instrumentation, or control system industry – fiber optics test and measurement experience desirable
• Fluency in English and Spanish (Portuguese is a bonus)

Our Offer

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k with company match %
• Safe Harbor participation
• 15 days vacation per annum

Location

As the AP Sensing Americas team is distributed throughout the United States and Mexico, you will be working from a home office with flexible working hours. 60% of your time will be in-filed to travel to our clients and our project locations in the US, Canada, Central & South America

Are you ready to play a BIG role in a small team instead of a SMALL role in a big team?

Then you are spot-on with us…

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Contact: Uwe Keppler

Reference: 708G

AP Sensing GmbH

71034 Böblingen