Job Description: High Power Connector Field Application Engineer (FAE)
Position Overview
Molex is seeking a highly skilled High Power Connector, busbars, and cable Field Application Engineer (FAE) to support our innovative electrical interconnect solutions. The FAE will serve as a technical liaison between Molex’s engineering teams, sales, and customers, delivering expert guidance on the design, development, and implementation of high-power connector products. This role is vital in helping customers integrate Molex’s advanced high voltage and high current connector technologies to meet demanding power system requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide in-depth technical support and application expertise on Molex’s portfolio of high power connectors, busbars, and cable interconnect solutions.
- Partner with customer design and engineering teams to analyze requirements, recommend optimized connector solutions, and assist in system integration.
- Convert customer ideas and requirements into detailed 3D concepts and models using NX software to facilitate design review and product development.
- Support new product development and qualification activities by relaying customer insights and field data to product management and R&D teams.
- Deliver technical presentations, workshops, and training sessions to educate customers and internal teams on Molex’s high power interconnect technologies.
- Diagnose and resolve application challenges, ensuring reliable product performance and customer satisfaction.
- Collaborate closely with Molex’s global sales, engineering, and manufacturing teams to drive customer engagement and growth in key markets.
- Stay current with industry trends, competitor products, and emerging technologies to maintain Molex’s leadership position in high power connectivity.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field; advanced degree preferred.
- Minimum 3 years of experience in a Field Application Engineer or technical sales engineering role, preferably in high power or high voltage connector applications.
- Strong knowledge of electrical connector systems, including high current electrical performance, thermal management, and mechanical design.
- Proven proficiency in 3D engineering software, specifically NX, with experience translating customer ideas into detailed 3D models and concepts.
- Experience with busbar systems, liquid cooling solutions, and power electronics is highly advantageous.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a proven ability to translate complex technical information effectively.
- Willingness to travel to customer sites and industry events as required.
- Familiarity with CAD and simulation tools is a plus.
Skills and Competencies
- Expert understanding of high power connector design principles and application challenges.
- Proficiency in NX 3D engineering software and ability to convert customer requirements and ideas into accurate 3D concepts and models.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities to address customer technical issues.
- Ability to work collaboratively across diverse teams and build long-term customer relationships.
- Effective project and time management skills in a dynamic, customer-focused environment.
- Self-driven with a passion for innovation and customer success.
- Fluent in English and Chinese is highly preferred.