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Field Applications Engineer

CIRCUIT CHECK INC
locationMaple Grove, MN, USA
PublishedPublished: 6/14/2022
Technology
Full Time

Job Description

Job Description

About the job

Who we are:

Circuit Check is a global leader in test systems and engineering solutions for complex electronics. Our newly formed Technology and Solutions Group (TSG) is focused on building the next generation of innovative, scalable, and intelligent test solutions that power our customers’ success across industries.

We’re seeking a Field Applications Engineer (FAE) to support our growing portfolio of functional and in-circuit test solutions. This role bridges the gap between engineering and the customer—helping sales account managers translate technical capabilities into business value, ensuring post-delivery success, and serving as a product champion for our software and data solutions, including WATS and TestPartner.

The ideal candidate is a technically fluent communicator who enjoys problem solving, explaining complex systems in practical terms, and strengthening customer relationships through trust, responsiveness, and domain expertise.

Our design staff includes electrical, software, mechanical engineers, and project managers. Our systems are supported by staff throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico, Europe, Malaysia, and China.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Director of Technology and Solutions Group, the Field Applications Engineer will travel primarily to customer sites and facilities throughout the US (up to 50% travel).

Sales & Customer Engagement

  • Partner with Account Managers during the sales process to define customer requirements and articulate the Circuit Check value proposition.
  • Conduct technical presentations, demos, and system walk-throughs that connect test engineering challenges to CCI’s product capabilities.
  • Support proposal development by helping estimate scope, identify risks, and ensure alignment between customer expectations and delivered functionality.
  • Attend customer meetings and trade events as a technical representative and subject matter expert.
  • Support new business models for pre-sale engagement include test development consultation early in the design process

Aftermarket & Field Support

  • Serve as the primary post-delivery point of contact for technical issues on Circuit Check functional test systems.
  • Provide both remote and on-site support for troubleshooting, configuration, and system optimization.
  • Coordinate with internal engineering teams to resolve escalations efficiently and document corrective actions.
  • Develop and deliver customer training on best practices for fixture use, data collection, and maintenance.

WATS & Test Data Management

  • Act as the first-line expert for WATS—helping customers interpret data trends, configure dashboards, and extract actionable insights.
  • Troubleshoot data integration issues, ensuring reliable data flow between production systems and WATS.
  • Create and maintain standard procedures for onboarding new customers onto WATS, including user setup and training.
  • Learn how to write basic WATS data converters or work with internal software resources when they are required.

Product Champion – TestPartner

  • Serve as Product Champion for TestPartner, Circuit Check’s cybersecurity and test data management solution.
  • Demonstrate TestPartner functionality during customer engagements and trade events.
  • Collaborate with Product Management to collect customer feedback and identify enhancement opportunities.
  • Create application notes, user guides, and case studies showcasing TestPartner’s capabilities in production environments.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Interface with engineering, software, and manufacturing teams to ensure that customer insights inform future product development.
  • Partner with marketing to develop technical collateral that effectively communicates Circuit Check’s differentiators.
  • Participate in internal training to maintain deep product knowledge across evolving hardware and software platforms.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related technical field (or equivalent practical experience).
  • 5+ years in test engineering, field applications, or technical sales support roles within electronics, automotive, or defense industries.
  • Familiarity with functional test systems, data acquisition, or automated test equipment (ATE) concepts.
  • Working knowledge of test data management platforms (WATS preferred).
  • Experience with LabVIEW, Python, or C/C++ for test data or automation environments a plus.
  • Preferred to have understanding of cybersecurity fundamentals, networked test environments, and production data systems.
  • Strong communicator able to translate between engineering and customer perspectives.
  • Excellent troubleshooting, documentation, and training abilities.
  • Self-directed, collaborative, and customer-focused; able to manage multiple accounts and tasks concurrently.
  • Comfortable working in dynamic technical environments and traveling to customer sites.
  • Experience in contract manufacturing, electronics test, or ATE integrator environments.
  • Hands-on familiarity with Circuit Check test systems, WATS, or TestPartner.
  • Prior experience presenting at trade shows or conducting customer training sessions.

This job description reflects management’s assignment of key responsibilities; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without needing sponsorship for an employment visa (e.g., H1B status).

The listed range of $82,000 - $110,000 represent the full earning potential in this position. Starting salaries for well-qualified new hires are typically around the midpoint of the range. Ranges were determined by a market-based compensation approach; we used data from trusted third-party compensation sources to set equitable, consistent, and competitive ranges. We also evaluate compensation annually, identify any changes in the market and make adjustments to our ranges and existing employee compensation as needed.

Base pay is only one element of an employee's total compensation at Circuit Check. Employees (and their dependents in most plans) are covered by medical, dental, vision, basic life, short- and long-term disability and accidental death and dismemberment insurance. Employees are able to enroll in Circuit Check’s 401k plan, in which the Company will match 50% of your contributions up to 6% with a maximum contribution. Paid time off includes vacation and sick time along with paid holidays. A summary of benefits can be provided by request via email to hr@circuitcheck.com.

Circuit Check, Inc is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. No employee nor applicant for employment will be discriminated against because of race, creed, origin, marital status, sexual orientation, age, otherwise qualified disabled or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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