Application Engineer

Microwave Techniques

$75K — $95K *
Technical Services
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering
  • 3+ years in technical manufacturing
  • Experience with cost modeling and quoting platforms (Excel, ERP tools)
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Strong technical comprehension of RF/microwave components
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

Responsibilities

  • Develop technical proposals and quotes based on customer needs
  • Lead technical scoping of RF/microwave components
  • Collaborate with Sales Engineers on tailored solutions for RFQs/RFPs
  • Provide technical justification for pricing and timelines
  • Travel to support Sales Engineers and attend trade shows
  • Coordinate with departments to ensure accurate order execution
  • Monitor timelines and maintain customer communication throughout the project

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance effective day one
  • 401K with employer match
  • Discretionary bonuses
  • Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays
  • Tuition reimbursement opportunities
  • Training opportunities
  • Employee purchase program
  • Employee assistance program
Full Job Description
Job Type

Full-time

Description

Microwave Techniques is seeking an experienced Application Engineer to join our technical sales team in Gorham. This role supports customers and internal teams by translating RF and microwave component requirements into practical technical solutions, accurate proposals, and successful order execution.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop technical proposals, quotes, and supporting costing inputs based on customer requirements and internal feasibility reviews
  • Lead the technical scoping of RF/microwave components based on customer specifications, working with the Sales Engineer and Engineering as necessary
  • Pricing and Proposal/Quote Development
  • Partner with Sales Engineers during RFQs and RFPs to craft tailored solutions
  • Provide technical justification for pricing, delivery timelines, and feasibility
  • Travel occasionally to support the Sales Engineers at customers and attend trade shows
  • Coordinate across departments to ensure the product is engineered, manufactured, tested, and shipped in accordance with the order specifications and contractual requirements
  • Monitor timelines, resolve issues, and maintain customer communication throughout the lifecycle of the order
  • Develop datasheets and application notes for one-off designs


Requirements

Qualifications and Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in technical manufacturing
  • Cost modeling and quoting platforms (Excel, ERP-integrated tools)
  • Proficiency in the full Microsoft office Suite,
  • Strong technical skills and ability to understand complex technical concepts
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to think creatively
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities

What can you expect from us?
  • A comprehensive employee benefits package effective day one, including health, dental, and vision insurance, life, supplement life-, short- and long-term disability insurance, AD&D critical illness and accident insurance
  • 401K plan with an employer match
  • Discretionary bonuses
  • Paid time off (PTO)
  • Paid holidays
  • Tuition reimbursement opportunities
  • Training opportunities
  • Employee purchase program
  • Employee assistance program
  • Safety shoe purchase program

The shift in Gorham, Maine is Monday through Friday, 7:30am to 4:00pm or 8:00am to 4:30pm.

Salary Description

$75000 - $95000

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