Application Engineer

Position Title: Applications Engineer

Location: Elgin, IL 60124

Job Type: Direct Hire / Full-Time

Compensation: $75,000 – $100,000

Benefits: This role offers a comprehensive package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) with a company contribution; paid time off; and clear opportunities for career advancement.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as the primary technical resource for customers, providing expert guidance on product selection and troubleshooting complex hardware/software issues.
• Collaborate with clients to design or modify displays and lead the testing of electronic solutions, including PCB layout and embedded software development.
• Oversee the Engineering Change Process, perform pre-production sample reviews, and conduct second-sourcing qualifications.
• Support local production by developing and repairing test fixtures and managing RMA requirements.
• Create and maintain technical resources, including schematics, user drawings, manuals, datasheets, and application notes.
• Develop demonstration kits to showcase product features and assist with internal product training.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in a technical role within the electronics industry.
• Proficiency in C or C programming and experience with embedded systems and microcontrollers (PIC, ATMEL, ARM).
• Technical expertise in peripherals such as I²C, SPI, USB, GPIO, and SD Cards.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot to the component level and interpret electronic schematics.
• Hands-on experience with schematic capture, PCB layout tools, and prototype assembly (soldering and breadboarding).
• Strong organizational discipline and the ability to communicate complex technical information effectively.
• Familiarity with OLED, LCD, LED, or VFD technology is a significant plus.