On-site Position in Ciudad Obregon, Sonora Position Overview We are seeking a highly motivated and customer-focused Application Engineer to serve as a critical technical liaison between our customers, sales teams, and internal engineering functions. This role is responsible for understanding complex customer applications, recommending optimal product solutions, and delivering technical training to ensure successful implementation.
The idóneo candidate combines strong engineering fundamentals with excellent communication skills and thrives in a customer-facing, fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
Serve as the primary technical interface for customers, supporting product selection and application development
Evaluate customer requirements and recommend optimal solutions tailored to performance, cost, and manufacturability
Deliver technical training and product education to customers and internal stakeholders
Partner closely with sales teams to support business development and customer engagement efforts
Collaborate with manufacturing and engineering teams to ensure proposed solutions are feasible, scalable, and aligned with production capabilities
Support troubleshooting and problem-solving for critical customer applications
Participate in on-site customer visits, trials, and validation activities
Provide feedback to engineering and leadership on market needs, product gaps, and innovation opportunities
Maintain detailed documentation of customer interactions, requirements, and solutions
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline (required)
5–10 years of relevant engineering experience, preferably in application engineering, product engineering, or customer-facing technical roles
Strong understanding of mechanical systems, materials, and product applications
Demonstrated ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to diverse audiences
Skills & Competencies
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities
Customer-focused mindset with a consultative approach
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively
High level of collaboration and cross-functional teamwork
Self-driven with the ability to work independently in a remote or field-based environment
Additional Requirements
Fluent in English and Spanish (required)
Ability and willingness to travel 50% or more, including regular international travel
Valid passport and ability to travel globally
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working directly with manufacturing or production environments
Background in technical sales or customer-facing engineering roles
MBA or advanced degree (optional, not required)