Field Application Engineer

Gcaaltium; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Cambridge seeks a Field Application Engineer to provide technical support and sales assistance. The ideal candidate will be fluent in Italian and English, experienced in technical content creation, and knowledgeable in PCB Design and Data Management. This role offers hybrid working arrangements and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Pension Benefit

Mental health and wellbeing support

Remote working abroad program

Professional development support

Flexible working arrangements

Vacation days + paid sick days

Low-cost public transportation

Free snacks and drinks

Free parking

Qualifications

• Proven experience in delivering technical presentations and demonstrations.
• Ability to grasp technical and business challenges of clients quickly.
• Experience working in fast-paced, changing environments.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical discovery and sales presentations.
• Create and deliver quality technical content for marketing.
• Serve as a technical liaison for the sales team.

Skills

Fluent in Italian

Fluent in English

Excellent group communication skills

Interpersonal communication skills

Technical content creation

PCB Design knowledge

Data Management expertise

Tools

Altium Designer

PCB Simulation & Analysis tools

Job description

Field Application Engineer

Join us as a Field Application Engineer (FAE) in our Technical Sales Engineering Team in the Digital Channel. Focus areas include PCB Design and Data Management.

Why Altium?

• Altium is transforming the way electronics are designed and built. From startups to world’s technology giants, our digital platforms give more power to PCB designers, supply chain, and manufacturing, letting them collaborate as never before.
• Constant innovation has created a transformative technology unique in its space.
• More than 30,000 companies and 100,000 electronics engineers worldwide use Altium.
• We are growing, debt‑free, and financially strong, with the resources to become #1 in the EDA industry.

About the Role

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our Technical Sales Engineering Team in the Digital Channel. The goal of this team is to provide top‑level technical service and support to prospects and customers, with a focus on PCB Design and Data Management. We believe that providing a uniquely helpful experience can improve product adoption, long‑term customer retention, and grow revenue by increasing the positive perception of the Altium brand.

A Day in the Life of our Field Application Engineer

• Perform technical discovery engagements, technical sales presentations, and product (value proposition) demonstrations.
• Create and deliver quality technical content (both live and on‑demand) to assist sales & marketing campaigns and initiatives.
• Quickly grasp client technical and business challenges while establishing personal and company credibility with prospects, customers, and partners.
• As a technical expert, reduce the sales cycle by helping the Sales Team drive the sales process for the assigned opportunities and accounts.
• Expand the sales pipeline within targeted accounts and serve as the main technical liaison.
• Participate in strategic/tactical planning related to the driving and closing of sales/business opportunities.
• Drive adoption and values behind Altium’s product portfolio by increasing subscription commitments, renewal, and Altium brand loyalty.
• Constantly expand technical knowledge proactively by exploring technical content and the Altium product roadmap.
• Require knowledge of competitor products, features, different technologies, and business sense in order to place Altium product capabilities strategically to prospects and customers.

Who We’re Looking For

• Must be fluent in Italian and English.
• Must have the desire to work in a fast‑paced, ever‑changing environment with passion and enthusiasm for Altium Corporate Goals, Visions, Products, and Solutions.
• Must be proficient with Altium Designer or similar tools.
• Must be experienced in technical content creation, technical demonstrations, and presenting technical materials.
• Must possess excellent group and interpersonal communication skills.
• A solid understanding of PCB Design, Data Management, and Cloud Solutions.
• Experience with PCB Simulation & Analysis (SPICE, Signal Integrity, Power Integrity) is desirable.
• Ability to match the business needs and drivers with the correct technical solution.
• Ability to perform mid‑level Application Engineering, Support, and Sales functions as needed.
• Ability to prioritize and perform required tasks and initiatives proactively without direct supervision.
• Multilingual is a plus.
• Willingness and ability to travel with short notice.

Benefits

• Pension Benefit.
• Mental health and wellbeing support.
• Remote working abroad program.
• Professional development support and resources.
• Employee referral program.
• Vacation days + paid sick days.
• Special leave for urgent family matters.
• Home internet allowance.
• Flexible working arrangements available based on role and location.
• Low‑cost public transportation.
• Free fruit, snacks, and drinks in the office.
• Free parking.
• Hybrid schedule (remote two days per week; in‑office Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday).

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Sales and Business Development

Industries

Investment Banking

Location

Cambridge, England, United Kingdom