Overview Position: Applications Engineering Manager Location: San Jose, CA Reports To: Director of Marketing
Position Overview The Applications Engineering Manager will lead and grow Mountz' Applications Engineering team, shaping the future of customer-facing technical services while acting as a critical bridge between customers, marketing, product and engineering teams, and development partners. This role combines technical leadership with organizational responsibility: building a high-performing team of applications engineers and ensuring customers receive best-in-class technical support. This individual must have deep technical expertise in manufacturing environments and electromechanical systems, while also demonstrating the leadership skills to manage, mentor, and expand a team that delivers measurable impact.
Responsibilities Key Responsibilities • Leadership & Team Development Build, shape, and grow the Applications Engineering team Hiring, mentoring, and developing engineers to ensure long-term organizational success Managing on-site Applications Engineers at key clients Designing, contributing, and supporting strategic Applications Engineering initiatives Establishing and tracking KPIs for team effectiveness, service delivery, and customer success Fostering a culture of accountability, technical excellence, and continuous improvement within the team Modernizing the learning and development program to ensure all Applications Engineers achieve the highest technical standards
Qualifications Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering (Master's preferred) • 8+ years of experience in manufacturing or industrial environments, with direct experience integrating devices into factory systems • 3+ years of experience leading or managing a technical team; proven ability to recruit, grow, and develop engineering talent • Strong understanding of: • PLC systems • Electromechanical systems, including servo motors, motion profiles, and controls • MES systems, work cell controls, and process documentation systems • Deep technical expertise in fastening and assembly processes • Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; proven ability to collaborate cross-functionally • Experience managing budgets, timelines, and multi-stakeholder projects • Preferred: Professional proficiency in Korean or Spanish
Additional Details Travel: 25% (domestic and international) Salary: $170K - $180K / year