Knowles

Applications Engineer - Single Layer Capacitors

Knowles$80K — $95K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BS degree in electrical engineering, preferably with a focus on RF/Microwave
  • 2+ years of experience in a technical role involving customer interaction
  • Familiarity with capacitor products and their applications is preferred
  • Self-directed, professional, and collaborative personality
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • High attention to detail and accuracy
  • Strong problem-solving abilities, managing multiple tasks effectively
  • Eligibility to work in the U.S. without ITAR restrictions

Responsibilities

  • Field customer technical inquiries
  • Conduct cost analyses for single layer capacitors
  • Define custom part requirements alongside customers
  • Collaborate with engineering to establish testing protocols
  • Perform lab experiments to enhance product capabilities
  • Gain knowledge of manufacturing processes through operations collaboration
  • Address quality issues with the Quality department
  • Assist in new product development with Product Manager and Marketing
  • Coordinate with Sales for understanding customer technical needs
  • Maintain product documentation and online technical content

Benefits

  • Potential for extensive interaction with cross-functional teams
  • Opportunities to contribute to new product development
  • Engagement with customer challenges enhancing technical skills
  • Hands-on experience with lab experiments and production processes
  • Dynamic work environment in a fast-paced manufacturing setting
Full Job Description
Job Overview:

The Applications Engineer is responsible for the support of the sales, marketing, and manufacturing of Single Layer Capacitors (SLC) products at our Cazenovia, NY manufacturing facility. The position acts as technical liaison to customers and will heavily interact with internal production personnel as well as external vendors.

Duties & Responsibilities:
  • Field customer technical questions.
  • Perform cost analysis for single layer capacitors in conjunction with PLM and Finance.
  • Interact with customers to define custom part requirements and evaluate feasibility.
  • Work with engineering team to define testing and evaluation where required.
  • Perform lab experiments to verify and improve capabilities in coordination with the engineering team.
  • Work with operations team to gain an in-depth knowledge of manufacturing processes and capabilities.
  • Work with the Quality department to address quality issues.
  • Work with Product Manager and Marketing to design and develop new products.
  • Coordinate with Sales to fully understand customer applications and technical requirements.
  • Participate in the ECN and PCN processes.
  • Maintain product catalog, datasheet, and website technical content.
  • Write and/or assist in writing technical articles and application notes.
  • Travel and training in support of customers may be required.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.


Qualifications & Skills:
  • BS degree preferably electrical engineering discipline with focus in RF/Microwave.
  • 2+ years' work experience in a technical role with customer interaction.
  • Experience preferred with Capacitor products/applications.
  • Self-directed, highly professional and collaborative.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong attention to detail and propensity for accuracy of work product.
  • Accountability to the timelines of task completion.
  • Able to manage multiple tasks and priorities within a fast-paced workplace.
  • Strong problem-solving skills.
  • All applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S. without restriction to ITAR documentation and materials.
  • Must be a U.S. citizen, legal permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.


Physical Requirements:
  • Sitting for long hours.
  • Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


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About Knowles

Knowles Corporation is a leading provider of advanced micro-acoustic, audio processing, and precision device solutions. The company offers a wide range of products including microphones, speakers, and hearing health solutions. Knowles Corporation has a global presence with manufacturing facilities in North America, Europe, and Asia. The company is committed to sustainability and has implemented various initiatives to reduce its environmental impact. Knowles Corporation is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol KN.
Learn more about Knowles
Size
7,000 employees
Market Cap
$1.4 billion
Industry
Net Income
$6.6 million
Founded
1989
5 Year Trend
+2.8%
Revenue
$764.3 million
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