APPLICATION ENGINEER / PROJECT ENGINEER |
EXEMPT, FULL TIME TECHNICAL SUPPORT |
$85,000 - $120,000 |
Company Overview:
Our client is one of the largest supplier of antenna measurement systems in the world. Our client’s primary client base is in the telecommunications industry, and includes major wireless carriers, handset manufacturers, antenna vendors, and certification laboratories. This position includes sales, system integration, technical support & maintenance, measurement services, and various other support functions.
Job Summary:
The key function of the Application/Project Engineer is to provide a bridge between our client and its customers, working with the customer to define technical requirements, relaying this information back the organization’s applications team (as necessary), and defining & implementing practical solutions. The Apps/Project Engineer acts as a key liaison between company and customer, insuring customer satisfaction and repeat business.
The candidate will benefit from an internal training program that will begin in the corporate office (located in Kennesaw, GA), and will incorporate close contact & mentoring from senior engineers. Advanced training may also take place periodically in the Paris headquarters with the Maintenance, Application, and Project teams, in order to get appropriate knowledge of processes and details of our products.
This position will give the candidates the opportunity to grow their knowledge within Telecommunications, RF technologies, Antenna design, verification, and measurement, as well as Certification procedures.
Our client is one of the largest supplier of antenna measurement systems in the world. Our client’s primary client base is in the telecommunications industry, and includes major wireless carriers, handset manufacturers, antenna vendors, and certification laboratories. This position includes sales, system integration, technical support & maintenance, measurement services, and various other support functions.
Job Summary:
The key function of the Application/Project Engineer is to provide a bridge between our client and its customers, working with the customer to define technical requirements, relaying this information back the organization’s applications team (as necessary), and defining & implementing practical solutions. The Apps/Project Engineer acts as a key liaison between company and customer, insuring customer satisfaction and repeat business.
The candidate will benefit from an internal training program that will begin in the corporate office (located in Kennesaw, GA), and will incorporate close contact & mentoring from senior engineers. Advanced training may also take place periodically in the Paris headquarters with the Maintenance, Application, and Project teams, in order to get appropriate knowledge of processes and details of our products.
This position will give the candidates the opportunity to grow their knowledge within Telecommunications, RF technologies, Antenna design, verification, and measurement, as well as Certification procedures.
Essential Functions of the Job:
Skills Required to Perform the Duties of the Job:
Desirable Experience of Skills:
Educational and/or Work Requirements Needed to Perform the Duties of the Job:
Lifting or Other Physical Requirements to Perform the Duties of the Job:
Environmental Conditions:
Physical environment is generally safe with minimal health risk. No safety equipment or unusual precautions are required.
- Manage customer requirements to ensure that the customer needs are satisfied
- Ensure good communication between the customer and other company departments interacting on the project
- Relay customer and emerging market needs to the Application and Sales teams so that the company is well-positioned to meet future market needs
- Provide assistance and clear guidance as necessary to the Field Service team
- Perform validation tests after installation. Ensure Project reporting requirements are fulfilled, and review the results of the calibration & installation with the Field Service tech/engineer and the customer, as necessary
Skills Required to Perform the Duties of the Job:
- General RF knowledge and computer skills
- Excellent analytic and troubling-shooting skills (ability to read and diagnose schematics & components, break down system operation, etc.)
- Responsible, able to manage time effectively and work efficiently, both with and without direct supervision
- Ability to work in a team environment, as well as autonomously
- Ability to prioritize, schedule, and execute activities to efficiently accomplish tasks
- Flexibility and adaptability to rapidly adjust tasks and travel priorities, according to customer needs
- Capability and self-motivation to rapidly assimilate information, expand knowledge base, and develop core competencies. Applicant should be self-driven, seeking to assume responsibility and follow-through tasks to completion
- Good interpersonal skills and customer-centric attitude, knowledge of customer service principles and practices
- Ability to multitask and manage multiple project needs simultaneously
- Capability to work within multi-disciplinary teams, and forge strong relationships in the process
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Must possess excellent computer skills, including knowledge of MS office and other common computer SW products (C# programming and MatLab experience are a plus).
- Fully authorized to work in the US. At this time we will not consider sponsoring any Visa applications
Desirable Experience of Skills:
- 3-5 years’ experience preferred
- Knowledge in Radio Frequency and Antenna fields is a plus. Metrology and/or hands-on experience with a variety of antenna test ranges, knowledge of mechanical positioning systems, and Over-The-Air (OTA) testing highly valued.
- Experience with network analyzers, spectrum analyzers and wireless communication protocols and test instruments preferred
- Matlab and/or programming experience
- Hands-on mechanical skills (ability to solder, use power tools, improvise solutions, etc.)
Educational and/or Work Requirements Needed to Perform the Duties of the Job:
- BS in Electrical Engineering or similar field (MS preferred)
- Newly-graduated students may be considered
Lifting or Other Physical Requirements to Perform the Duties of the Job:
- Ability to lift at least 50 pounds over your head
- Able to stand for long periods of time
- Able to sit for long periods of time
Environmental Conditions:
Physical environment is generally safe with minimal health risk. No safety equipment or unusual precautions are required.
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