At Pepperl+Fuchs, we combine a strong commitment to innovation with a deep respect for the traditions that have shaped our success. From renewable energy and automotive production to water treatment plants and chemical systems, our advanced electronic sensors and automation components enable smooth and safe operations around the globe.
We take pride in fostering a supportive and collaborative workplace culture, where employees feel connected and valued - much like a close-knit family. As we continue to grow, we are excited to welcome a new team member for the following position:
Application Engineer
Role Purposes:
- Assist sales personnel and customers with the selection of the Company’s products that best fit the application requirements
- These professionals must also troubleshoot any issues that arise throughout the duration of their projects and ensure each application meets customer standard requirements
- Work with the relevant colleagues, marketing and external sales to facilitate new technology investigation, launches and development of quality exhibits in the region for internal and external requirements including seminars, exhibitions and product trainings
- Understand successful projects from multiple sources to encourage replication and promotion to our target industries
Major Accountabilities:
- Provide training and application support for Factory Automation or Process Automation (Explosion proof) products to internal and external parties in Japan
- Establish and maintain the detailed knowledge and process routine for pre-sales, product training, field testing, application report, QSM and RMA procedure
- Troubleshoot and support specific requirement from customer applications
- Closely liaise with regional and global colleagues to enhance flow of information, feedback and encourage effective teamwork around the region – Primary focus is cooperation between Japan, Singapore and Germany
- Implement new product launch event and collect market feedback from various applications and industries
- Plan and design product demonstration including customer visits, seminars and exhibitions
- Support Marketing and technical document translation and proofread for localization purpose
- Any other duties which may be assigned from time to time by management
Role Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Electronics, Mechanics or Industrial Engineering or similar
- Native Japanese + Middle level in English (preferred, TOEIC Score 600)
- At least 2 years of experience as a field application engineer at an electronics or components manufacturer
- Experience providing customer support and handling internal negotiations
- Communication with overseas engineers (via email)
- Experience developing evaluation software using Python or C++
- Experience programming PLCs or similar systems
- Knowledge of industrial networks
- Experience analyzing electronic devices using oscilloscopes or similar equipment Field support experience in the FA (Factory Automation) or PA (Process Automation) industry
For further information, please contact Ms. Aya Miura; email address amiura@jp.pepperl-fuchs.com
Are you excited about this opportunity? We can’t wait to get to know you! Submit your application online — we’re looking forward to hearing from you!
Pepperl+Fuchs actively promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion and is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of ethnicity, country of origin, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, skin color, physical or mental abilities, social background, or any other protected characteristic. All employment decisions are made based on these principles and in full compliance with applicable federal and state laws.
