Field Application Engineer

The Applications Engineer will interface directly with our customers. The role works as part of a team of other Applications Engineers and Account Managers who work closely with Sensata’s global engineering, sales, and other cross-functional disciplines. General Responsibilities • Utilizes advanced knowledge of engineering principles & practices in the design, development, analysis and release of products throughout the product life cycle • Advises on technical problem resolutions in customer interface meetings. Supports existing customers on new product development projects under development • Communicate business and technical information between the customer and Sensata • Develop and maintain an in-depth technical understanding of Sensata’s products and competitor product offerings • Leads design reviews, both customer and internal, as required; this includes conducting drawing and specification reviews with customers • Advises on failure analysis examinations and prepares failure analysis reports of findings • Ensure projects meet customer requirements and quality standards • Perform engineering analyses. Review product specifications and utilize computer aided engineering applications to apply conditions, replicate performance, and evaluate the manufacturability of products • Help develop and refine 'standard' product configurations that capitalize on the company's strengths and products. Provide onsite technical assistance to the sales team at industry trade shows and customer demonstrations • Negotiate technical specifications • Respond to requests for proposals and assist in the preparation of quotations for standard and custom products • Establish strong relationships with existing customer base at all levels; understand their business strategy and customer applications • Knowledge of basic electrical circuits, microelectronic assembly, statistical methods, process control fundamentals and product test processes • Familiarity with manufacturing methods – welding, brazing, soldering, adhesive bonding, machining, stamping, molding and forming. Basic knowledge of a core manufacturing processes (Calibration, Final Function Transfer, leak testing, welding/soldering, adhesive and gel dispensing) • Establish and maintain customer engineering relations Experience / Qualifications • A university degree required (i.e. Bachelors degree) or equivalent relevant work experience. • Must be a team player able to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to handle multiple competing tasks and demands • Strong communication skills; oral, written and presentation • Strong organization, planning and time management skills to achieve results • Strong personal and professional ethical values and integrity • Holds self-accountable to achieving goals and standards • Proficient in Microsoft Office programs (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel) • Strong interpersonal & collaboration skills to work effectively with all levels of the organization including suppliers and/or external customers Key Responsibilities Lead technical engagement with data center customers, focusing on rack-level electrical protection, power conversion, and distribution systems. Support product integration of Power Distribution Units (PDUs), Power Supply Units (PSUs), Battery Backup Units (BBUs), and High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) sidecar racks. Translate customer requirements into technical specifications for circuit breakers, contactors, solid-state relays, and energy storage interfaces. Participate in design reviews and failure analysis for components used in rack power systems Provide technical support during trade shows and customer demos, showcasing Sensata’s capabilities in energy storage, rack-level power management and electrical safety. Assist in proposal development and quotations for standard and custom electrical products tailored to data center rack environments. Preferred Qualifications In addition to core qualifications, the following would be a plus for candidates focused on energy storage, electrical and rack power systems: Experience with data center electrical architectures, including single-line and 5-line diagrams Familiarity with rack-level power distribution and modular power systems (e.g., sidecar racks, busway systems, remote power panels) Knowledge of HVDC systems, especially in retrofit applications for hyperscale data centers Understanding of power usage effectiveness (PUE) and energy efficiency metrics in data center environments Experience with certification standards such as UL489, UL62368, CE, and AEC-Q200 Exposure to AI compute workloads and their impact on rack power density and electrical protection needs Expected Equipment Familiarity Candidates should be comfortable analyzing specifications to support : Circuit Breakers (magnetic-hydraulic, solid-state) Contactors and Relays Power Distribution Units (PDUs) and Remote Power Panels (RPPs) Battery Backup Units (BBUs) and Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS) Busway Systems and rack-level HVDC conversion modules Energy Storage Systems for peak shaving and microgrid integration Base Salary Range: $117,585.00 - $161,679.00 #LI-JL1 #LI-Hybrid SmarterTogether Collaborating at Sensata means working with some of the world’s most talented people in an enriching environment that is constantly pushing towards the next best thing Employees work across functions, countries and cultures gaining new perspectives through mutual respect and open communication As OneSensata, we are working together to make things work together Click here to view Sensata Recruitment Privacy Statement Click here to view our Sensata Recruitment Privacy Statement for China NOTE: If you are a current Sensata employee (or one of our Affiliates), please back out of this application and log into Workday via the Company Intranet to apply directly. 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Salary : $117,585 - $161,679