Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering.
5 to 7 years of hands-on experience in embedded control hardware and C programming.
Strong understanding of embedded hardware and software design principles.
Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
Experience in security and serial communications.
Knowledge of cybersecurity practices is a plus.
Familiarity with industry sectors such as industrial, medical, military, or consumer markets.
Responsibilities
Serve as the primary technical contact for customers on embedded control projects.
Collaborate with sales and product teams to recommend suitable solutions.
Conduct product demonstrations and technical training for customers and teams.
Assist customers with troubleshooting and optimizing embedded control systems.
Develop and maintain relationships with key accounts in the Indianapolis region.
Provide feedback to product development teams based on client needs.
Stay current with trends in embedded systems and related technologies.
Benefits
Technical resources and support from a strong product team.
Opportunities for professional growth and development in a collaborative environment.
Potential travel opportunities for customer interaction and training.
Working in a dynamic and innovative industry focused on embedded systems.
Full Job Description
Job Description:
The Field Applications Engineer (FAE) will provide technical expertise and support to embedded control customers primarily in the Indianapolis Indiana and surrounding area. Focusing on embedded control microcontrollers, hardware and software. The FAE is part of the sales team and will work closely with sales, engineering, and product teams to deliver winning solutions, support the customer’s engineering teams, and ensure customer satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities:
Serve as the primary technical contact for customers, providing in-depth support for embedded control projects, which will include Microchip products such as microcontrollers, memory, analog and power supply components.
Have a solid background in C language programming and IDE usage. Experience with Microchip microcontrollers is a plus.
Collaborate with sales and product teams to understand customer requirements and recommend appropriate winning solutions across our broad portfolio.
Conduct product demonstrations, technical presentations, and training sessions for customers and internal teams.
Assist customers with system integration, troubleshooting, and optimization of embedded control systems and serial communication systems.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with key accounts in the Indianapolis and surrounding region.
Provide feedback to product development teams based on customer needs and market trends.
Prepare technical documentation, application notes, and reports as required.
Stay current with industry trends, standards, and emerging technologies in embedded systems.
Requirements/Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering.
5 to 7 years of hands-on experience in embedded control hardware, C language programming.
Security, serial communications, and Microchip experience a plus.
Strong understanding of embedded hardware and software design principles.
Knowledge of cybersecurity practices.
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
Strong communication and presentation abilities.
Experience in the industrial, medical, military, or consumer markets a plus.
Experience with other technologies such as FPGA, power, analog a plus.
Required to work in our Noblesville office 40 hours per week; Remote work is not available for this position.
Ability to travel locally to customer sites, plus occasional further travel for customer support and training, that may include overnight stays.
Travel Time:
25% - 50%
Physical Attributes:
Hearing, Seeing, Talking, Works Alone, Works Around Others
Physical Requirements:
85% Sitting, 15% Standing/Walking
About Microchip Technology
Microchip Technology is an American semiconductor company headquartered in Chandler, Arizona. The company was founded in 1989 and has been providing microcontroller and analog semiconductors for over 30 years. Microchip Technology operates in over 100 locations in 70 countries and has more than 18,000 employees worldwide. The company's products include microcontrollers, memory, and other analog and mixed-signal products. Microchip Technology's mission is to provide innovative solutions for a wide range of applications, including automotive, industrial, and consumer electronics.
