HBK - Hottinger Brüel & Kjær

Application Engineer

HBK - Hottinger Brüel & Kjær

full-time

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Origin:  • 🇺🇸 United States • Arizona

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Job Level

Mid-LevelSenior

About the role

  • Join HBK’s North American Test & Measurement team and help leading innovators in industries such as electric vehicles, electric aircraft, renewable energy, and power systems bring their products to market faster and with greater efficiency.
  • Focus on strain-related, high-speed data acquisition, and eDrive/eMotor testing solutions, acting as a technical expert throughout pre- and post-sales process.
  • Combine engineering expertise with customer-facing skills — supporting the sales team in pre-sales qualification, conducting in-depth technical discussions, and ensuring successful solution deployment.
  • While the position is open to candidates anywhere in the US, preference will be given to those based in the Detroit / Michigan area to better support key regional customers.
  • Key Applications & Technologies: Strain-gauge and strain-related measurement systems; High-speed data acquisition; eDrive and eMotor testing; Inverter and motor analysis for automotive, aerospace, energy, and industrial sectors.
  • Pre-Sales & Business Development: Act as a customer-facing technical expert for eDrive, motor, and inverter testing; collaborate with sales; conduct technical conversations; demonstrate value; attend industry events; cross-sell/up-sell.
  • Technical Support & Solution Delivery: Evaluate and configure test & measurement systems; provide on-site and virtual demonstrations; lead installations and commissioning; provide troubleshooting and post-sales support.
  • Travel: Ability to travel up to ~25% within North America; occasional international travel.
  • Preferred location: Detroit / Michigan area.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or related engineering field; equivalent industry experience considered.
  • 5+ years in engineering or technical sales, ideally in test and measurement, high-speed DAQ, or eDrive/motor testing.
  • Experience with strain-gauge-based systems and related measurement technology is a plus.
  • Familiarity with Quantum Data Acquisition systems, Genesis High-Speed Data Acquisition systems, Catman software, and Perception software is a strong plus.
  • Strong understanding of power measurement, inverter/motor control, and electrical testing principles.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills with both technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Ability to travel freely within North America (~25%, occasional international travel).
  • Preferred location: Detroit / Michigan area.