Koch Industries

Private conglomerate in energy and materials

Field Application Engineer

Solution EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeShanghai, ChinaNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field is required.
At least 3 years of experience in a Field Application Engineer or technical sales engineering role is required.
Strong knowledge of electrical connector systems, including high-current electrical performance, thermal management, and mechanical design.
Proficiency in NX 3D engineering software, including translating customer ideas and requirements into detailed 3D models and concepts.
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.
Willingness to travel to customer sites and industry events as required.
Fluency in English and Chinese is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide technical support and application expertise on high-power connectors, busbars, and cable interconnect solutions.
Partner with customer design and engineering teams to analyze requirements, recommend connector solutions, and assist with system integration.
Convert customer ideas and requirements into detailed 3D concepts and models using NX software.
Support new product development and qualification activities by relaying customer insights and field data to product management and research and development teams.
Deliver technical presentations, workshops, and training sessions to customers and internal teams on high-power interconnect technologies.
Diagnose and resolve application challenges to ensure reliable product performance and customer satisfaction.
Collaborate with global sales, engineering, and manufacturing teams to drive customer engagement and growth in key markets.
Monitor industry trends, competitor products, and emerging technologies related to high-power connectivity.

Desired Qualifications

An advanced degree.
Experience in high-power or high-voltage connector applications.
Experience with busbar systems, liquid cooling solutions, and power electronics.
Familiarity with computer-aided design and simulation tools.

Your Job

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.

What You Will Do

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.

Who You Are (Basic 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.

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.

At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.

Who We Are

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.

About the Company

Koch Industries

Private conglomerate in energy and materials

Koch Industries is a large, private, diversified conglomerate that operates in energy, chemical processing, and manufacturing. It started from an innovation that turned heavy crude oil into gasoline and grew through long‑term investments rather than short‑term market moves. The company generates value by refining fuels and producing chemical products, and it operates Georgia-Pacific, a major maker of paper and building products. Its business model relies on reinvesting most earnings back into the company to fund steady, long‑term growth rather than paying out frequent dividends or seeking quick profits. Koch differentiates itself from many competitors by staying privately owned, which reduces pressure from public markets and enables longer‑range planning. The company’s goal is to build scale and durability across its holdings by sustainable, multi‑decade growth rather than rapid, episodic gains.

Company size: 5,001-10,000
Company stage: Growth Equity (Non-Venture Capital)
Total funding: $985.2M
Headquarters: Wichita, KS
Founded: 1940

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