Application Engineer 2

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 2 to provide technical guidance to customers, sales, sales reps, program managers and internal stakeholders. This is a fully remote position. The ideal candidate will reside in the Detroit, MI Metropolitan area. Duties & ResponsibilitiesDrive NPI activities through customer interactions within a defined geographic region (territory) and key accounts to drive growth.Follow up on sales leads requiring technical assistance generated for the assigned territoryEngineering resource on the front-end team to lead technical aspects of the sales cycle.Travel to customer sites as needed to support existing business and win new opportunities. Travel up to 50%.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.Research and analyze environment and competitive conditions, customer needs, and market trends and develop plans to adapt and succeed in a changing environment.Determine optimum manufacturing location (prototype / production) based on customer logistics / factory capabilities in co-ordination with global operations team.Drive Engineering Change Orders and New Product Releases.Utilize global design engineering resources to increase throughput and maximize efficiency. Build cost models for new product designs by working with manufacturing and external vendors. Assist in publishing regional Engineering Action Reports with updates to drive weekly meeting agenda. Maintain organized project files. Drive rapid resolution of technical quality and production issues related to product consumed within the region.Assist in value engineering initiatives. Foster an environment of continuous improvement within the department and organization.Usually works with minimum supervision, conferring with superior on unusual matters with an appreciable latitude for un-reviewed action or decision.May be assisted by Entry/Junior or Intermediate Level personnel.Position may be required to work remote / off site as needed by assigned territory. Any other duties as assigned.Education/Experience RequirementsAutomotive industry experience required.Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering with two (2) to six (6) years of related experience.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.