Field Application Engineer

3 days ago

Los Angeles, California, United States South End Partners Full time

Field Application Engineer (Electronics / Electromechanical)

Location: California (Remote)

About the Opportunity

Are you a Field Application Engineer or design-focused engineer based in California that wants to explore a high-impact technical customer-facing role?

Our client is a market-leading global manufacturer of electronic components undergoing significant growth across key strategic accounts. As part of this expansion, we are searching for a Field Application Engineer (FAE) to support customer design cycles, solve complex electromechanical challenges, and serve as a trusted technical advisor to engineering teams across California.

This is an ideal role for an engineer who thrives at the intersection of customer-facing problem solving, product development (design), and technical strategy. You will work closely with Sales, Product Management, Engineering, and Quality teams to influence design wins, support new applications, and help shape next-generation product solutions.

This is a highly visible, high-impact role with a leading global organization that is growing rapidly.

What You'll Do

  • Act as the primary technical interface for key customers, building strong relationships with design engineers and technical decision-makers.
  • Partner with Field Sales to develop account strategies that drive design wins and expand business opportunities.
  • Recommend product solutions and guide customers in selecting the right components for their applications.
  • Support custom design efforts for components and value-added assemblies; generate 3D concepts and collaborate with Engineering to formalize designs.
  • Provide first-line support on engineering or quality issues, including root cause investigation and on-site customer support when needed.
  • Maintain a strong understanding of competitive offerings and provide ongoing market intelligence to Product and Marketing teams.
  • Deliver prototypes, samples, and technical collateral; maintain a well-organized library of product literature and resources.
  • Communicate technical requirements clearly and concisely to internal engineering, project management, and customer service teams.
  • Represent the company professionally in the field, cultivating a positive and credible presence with customers.

What You Bring

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (Master's preferred).
  • 5+ years of experience in electromechanical design or development.
  • 5+ years of sales engineering, field applications, or OEM design support experience in electronics
  • Ability to interpret customer requirements, propose technical solutions, and influence design decisions.
  • Proficiency with CAD tools (SolidWorks strongly preferred).
  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills; able to engage with engineers and executives alike.
  • Flexibility to travel domestically and internationally (~40%).
  • A proactive, customer-focused mindset with the ability to manage multiple priorities across accounts.

Why This Role?

  • High-growth environment with visibility across Sales, Engineering, and Product.
  • Opportunity to influence next-generation electronic and electromechanical designs.
  • Highly collaborative role within a global engineering ecosystem.
  • Autonomy and flexibility for self-driven, relationship-oriented technical professionals.
  • Ideal for engineers in California looking for a remote role with deep customer engagement.

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