Field Applications Engineer – Leader

INFICON

Field Applications Engineering leader driving advanced manufacturing growth at INFICON, a provider of instrumentation and Smart Manufacturing solutions. Leading applications strategy, customer technical relationships, team development, analytics, and budget management across U.S.

Posted 8/18/2026full-timeRemote • Oregon • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $120,000 - $145,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing high-performing applications teams through talent development, coaching, and strategic collaboration with stakeholders. Proficient in utilizing data-driven insights to enhance applications performance and drive business growth in advanced manufacturing sectors.

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Applications ExperienceTalent Development StrategiesData-Driven InsightsCustomer Relationship ManagementBudget Planning and Management

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Hard Skills

Applications DevelopmentAdvanced Manufacturing ProcessesCommercial Semiconductor ManufacturingIndustrial HVAC ManufacturingData Analytics

Soft Skills

CoachingMentoringAdaptabilityRelationship BuildingProblem Solving

Industry Keywords

EngineeringChemistryPhysicsField Applications StrategyCustomer Excellence Processes

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop a high-performing applications team through systematic talent development strategies
Coach, mentor, and guide team members to foster professional growth and enhance skills
Develop and execute a comprehensive field application strategy with peers and business stakeholders
Drive design win growth by setting ambitious targets and identifying new business opportunities
Foster innovation, continuous improvement, and adaptability
Foster and nurture technical relationships with major accounts with a CTO mindset
Collaborate with segment leaders, account managers, factory engineering, and product management
Establish and maintain benchmark customer excellence processes
Participate in customer meetings and ensure exceptional service, timely support, and tailored solutions
Utilize data-driven insights and analytics to monitor, measure, and report on applications performance
Identify trends, opportunities, and improvement areas to guide decision-making
Own budget planning and management for the field applications function
Optimize resource allocation to maximize ROI and achieve financial objectives

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Chemistry, or Physics
5 or more years of applications experience in advanced manufacturing, commercial semiconductor manufacturing process, industrial HVAC manufacturing, or a relevant field
Ability and drive to develop a strong understanding of customer applications
Ability to think outside the box
Ability to adapt to various field situations
Ability to foster strong relationships with internal and external customers
Willingness and ability to travel up to 35%, domestic and international
Master’s degree in Engineering, Chemistry, or Physics is desirable

Benefits

Comp & perks

8% 401k match
Potential car allowance
Remote allowance
Comprehensive benefits package
Major medical
Dental
Health insurance
Vision insurance
Vacation time
Sick time
Tuition reimbursement
Relocation assistance
Discretionary bonus
Flexible work hours
Health and wellness programs
Ongoing green initiatives
Diversity, equity, and inclusion environment
Competitive compensation