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Field Application Engineer - Automotive
Michigan – Electrical connectors - Automotive

Minimum of 7 to 10 years of automotive industry experience with a significant portion in a combination of electrical connector and/or terminal design. A strong understanding of manufacturing and assembly processes is also preferred. Technical expertise in electrical/electronic connectors and contact elements (plated stamping contacts) and a vast knowledge of press-fit technology would be ideal. This is a customer-facing role. During customer visits, the FAE will accompany the Business Development Manager (BDM).

Basic scope of responsibilities:

1. Provide technical support to BDMs during customer visits;
2. Once the BDM receives customer RFQs, they are passed to the FAE;
3. Utilize customer 2D and/or 3D data to understand and assess the opportunity;
4. Meet with customers to clarify the requirements;
5. Facilitate internal meetings to ensure the product aligns with our manufacturing capabilities and preferences;
6. Engage with engineering, manufacturing engineering, and/or outside suppliers to develop a product manufacturing cost;
7. Develop a recommended selling price;
8. Provide the recommended selling price to the Business Development Manager;
9. Support follow-up meetings with customers;

1. Technical experience designing connectors and terminals.
2. A strong understanding of the manufacturing processes: Injection molding, Progressive Stamping, Reel-to-Reel Plating, and Automated Component Assembly.
3. Knowledge of product cost calculation.
4. Strong communication skills.
5. Willingness for business traveling within North America.
6. Willingness to work in an office in Auburn Hills, MI.