Founded in 1976, Samtec is a privately held, $1 Billion global manufacturer of a broad line of electronic interconnect solutions, including High-Speed Board-to-Board, High-Speed Cables, Mid-Board and Panel Optics, Precision RF, Flexible Stacking, and Micro/Rugged components and cables. Samtec Technology Centers are dedicated to developing and advancing technologies, strategies and products to optimize both the performance and cost of a system from the bare die to an interface 100 meters away, and all interconnect points in between. With 40+ international locations and products sold in more than 125 different countries, Samtec’s global presence enables its unmatched customer service.
Summary / Objective: As an Applications Engineer at Samtec, you’ll be the technical bridge between our customers and our products. Your focus will be on adapting our standard products to meet unique application requirements — ensuring every solution is both technically sound and practical for production. You’ll work closely with customers, Product Managers, and engineers to turn concepts into production-ready designs. The role combines problem-solving, technical know-how, and strong communication skills in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
Essential Functions / Responsibilities:
- Work directly with customers to understand their needs and advise the best cable product solution for their application.
- Translate opportunities into a great product fit with the customer.
- Maintain a strong working knowledge of a wide range of products and components.
- Answer technical questions that come your way (because you’ll be the one who knows).
- Review and approve product prints to ensure designs meet requirements and are production-ready.
- Create product cost sheets to help our quoting team hit the mark.
- Partner with Product Managers to spot trends, influence new designs & roadmaps.
- Travel occasionally for customer meetings or trade shows.
Required Experience:
- 3–5 years’ experience in inside sales, technical sales, or a similar customer-facing technical role; product customization experience preferred.
- Strong attention to detail when reviewing customer requirements and technical drawings.
- Experience managing projects from concept to production release.
- Excellent communication skills and a customer-focused mindset.
- Technical background in mechanical or electrical engineering; connector industry experience is a plus.
Preferred Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering preferred.
