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Applications Engineer

Sierra Wireless

Sierra Wireless

IT
Neuchâtel, Switzerland
Posted 6+ months ago

Location: Neuchâtel, Switzerland (Hybrid)

Our Team:

PerSe® products are the world's highest performance capacitive solutions integrated with highly sophisticated Analog Front-Ends and digital processing for enhanced sensing performance. These ultra-small, feature-rich touch & proximity controllers are optimized for a wide range of applications such as smartphones, tablets, wearables, industrial and automotive.

Job Summary:

Searching for a talented semiconductor Applications Engineer with direct experience related to magnetic/hall sensing devices in automotive, industrial or consumer applications.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead new products validation to ensure compliance to specifications and expected functional behavior.

  • Generate datasheets, application notes and other technical documents to promote Semtech PerSe® products.

  • Develop and validate evaluation/demonstration boards including circuit schematic design, PCB layout and related software specifications.

  • Perform detailed competitive analysis based on documentation analysis and lab measurements.

  • Work closely with key customers to optimize Semtech sensing solutions for the target application and become the technical lead to support design-in activity through interfacing with customers, FAEs, sales and factory personnel.

  • Visit customer’s site to provide technical support and secure the design.

  • Hold technical trainings to sales/reps/distis/partners worldwide.

  • Low to Moderate Travel required – up to 20%.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • 3+ years related semiconductor Applications Engineering experience.

  • Experience with magnetic/hall sensing.

  • BSc., BSEE or equivalent degree required. MSEE preferred.

  • Good analog and mixed signal circuitry knowledge with hands-on experience in system, PCB design and complex lab setups.

  • Self-driven, strong troubleshooting skills as well as adhering to project deadlines and business objectives.

  • Demonstrates the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and share technical knowledge with colleagues.

  • Possesses strong communication skills, capable of interfacing effectively at all organizational levels, with a thorough command of the English language, both written and verbal.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience in automotive is highly desirable.

  • Experience with capacitive or other sensing technology is plus

  • Bilingual abilities are highly desirable (French preferred, else German/Italian/Chinese/Korean/Japanese)