Field Applications Engineer – Air & Liquid Cooling Systems -Data Centers

Sensata Technologies is a global leader in sensor and electrical protection technologies, focusing on innovation to enable smarter systems. The Applications Engineer will concentrate on thermal management solutions for data centers, interfacing with customers and providing high-efficiency cooling technologies to support increasing demands.

Responsibilities:

• Utilizes advanced knowledge of engineering principles & practices in the design, development, analysis and release of products throughout the product life cycle
• Advises on technical problem resolutions in customer interface meetings. Supports existing customers on new product development projects under development
• Communicate business and technical information between the customer and Sensata
• Develop and maintain an in-depth technical understanding of Sensata’s products and competitor product offerings
• Leads design reviews, both customer and internal, as required; this includes conducting drawing and specification reviews with customers
• Advises on failure analysis examinations and prepares failure analysis reports of findings
• Ensure projects meet customer requirements and quality standards
• Perform engineering analyses. Review product specifications and utilize computer aided engineering applications to apply conditions, replicate performance, and evaluate the manufacturability of products
• Help develop and refine 'standard' product configurations that capitalize on the company's strengths and products. Provide onsite technical assistance to the sales team at industry trade shows and customer demonstrations
• Negotiate technical specifications
• Respond to requests for proposals and assist in the preparation of quotations for standard and custom products
• Establish strong relationships with existing customer base at all levels; understand their business strategy and customer applications
• Knowledge of basic electrical circuits, microelectronic assembly, statistical methods, process control fundamentals and product test processes
• Familiarity with manufacturing methods – welding, brazing, soldering, adhesive bonding, machining, stamping, molding and forming. Basic knowledge of a core manufacturing processes (Calibration, Final Function Transfer, leak testing, welding/soldering, adhesive and gel dispensing)
• Establish and maintain customer engineering relations
• Lead technical engagements with data center customers, focusing on air-cooled and liquid-cooled architectures, including direct-to-chip and immersion cooling
• Ability to articulate value proposition of Sensata products for Cooling Distribution Units (CDUs), Computer Room Air Conditioning / Handling (CRAC/CRAH) units, chillers, cooling towers, and adiabatic systems into customer environments
• Translate customer requirements into technical specifications for sensors and controls
• Conduct design reviews and failure analysis for cooling system components, ensuring compliance with ASHRAE standards and EPA regulations
• Collaborate with engineering and product teams to develop customized products for data center cooling solutions
• Provide technical support during trade shows and customer demos, showcasing Sensata’s capabilities in thermal management and intelligent cooling
• Assist in proposal development and quotations for standard and custom cooling products tailored to data center environments

Requirements:

• Utilizes advanced knowledge of engineering principles & practices in the design, development, analysis and release of products throughout the product life cycle
• Advises on technical problem resolutions in customer interface meetings. Supports existing customers on new product development projects under development
• Communicate business and technical information between the customer and Sensata
• Develop and maintain an in-depth technical understanding of Sensata's products and competitor product offerings
• Leads design reviews, both customer and internal, as required; this includes conducting drawing and specification reviews with customers
• Advises on failure analysis examinations and prepares failure analysis reports of findings
• Ensure projects meet customer requirements and quality standards
• Perform engineering analyses. Review product specifications and utilize computer aided engineering applications to apply conditions, replicate performance, and evaluate the manufacturability of products
• Help develop and refine 'standard' product configurations that capitalize on the company's strengths and products. Provide onsite technical assistance to the sales team at industry trade shows and customer demonstrations
• Negotiate technical specifications
• Respond to requests for proposals and assist in the preparation of quotations for standard and custom products
• Establish strong relationships with existing customer base at all levels; understand their business strategy and customer applications
• Knowledge of basic electrical circuits, microelectronic assembly, statistical methods, process control fundamentals and product test processes
• Familiarity with manufacturing methods – welding, brazing, soldering, adhesive bonding, machining, stamping, molding and forming. Basic knowledge of a core manufacturing processes (Calibration, Final Function Transfer, leak testing, welding/soldering, adhesive and gel dispensing)
• Establish and maintain customer engineering relations
• A university degree required (i.e. Bachelors degree) or equivalent relevant work experience
• Must be a team player able to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to handle multiple competing tasks and demands
• Strong communication skills; oral, written and presentation
• Strong organization, planning and time management skills to achieve results
• Strong personal and professional ethical values and integrity
• Holds self-accountable to achieving goals and standards
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)
• Strong interpersonal & collaboration skills to work effectively with all levels of the organization including suppliers and/or external customers
• Lead technical engagements with data center customers, focusing on air-cooled and liquid-cooled architectures, including direct-to-chip and immersion cooling
• Ability to articulate value proposition of Sensata products for Cooling Distribution Units (CDUs), Computer Room Air Conditioning / Handling (CRAC/CRAH) units, chillers, cooling towers, and adiabatic systems into customer environments
• Translate customer requirements into technical specifications for sensors and controls
• Conduct design reviews and failure analysis for cooling system components, ensuring compliance with ASHRAE standards and EPA regulations
• Collaborate with engineering and product teams to develop customized products for data center cooling solutions
• Provide technical support during trade shows and customer demos, showcasing Sensata's capabilities in thermal management and intelligent cooling
• Assist in proposal development and quotations for standard and custom cooling products tailored to data center environments
• Experience with HVAC/R systems, including CRAC/CRAH units, chillers, and cooling towers
• Familiarity with liquid cooling technologies, including direct-to-chip, immersion (single and two-phase), and hybrid systems
• Knowledge of thermal dynamics, fluid mechanics, and heat transfer principles
• Exposure to AI and HPC workloads and their impact on cooling requirements
• Understanding of ASHRAE TC 9.9 guidelines and data center water classifications
• Familiarity with EPA refrigerant regulations, including A2L transitions and low-GWP alternatives
• Ability to travel international or domestic
• Cooling Distribution Units (CDUs)
• CRAC/CRAH Units (Computer Room Air Conditioner/Air Handler)
• Chillers (Air, Water, Glycol)
• Cooling Towers (Evaporative, Dry, Hybrid)
• Direct-to-Chip Cold Plates
• Immersion Cooling Tanks (Single-phase and Two-phase)
• Rear Door Heat Exchangers (RDHx)
• Adiabatic Cooling Systems
• Sensors: Pressure, Temperature, Flow, Level, Humidity
• Gas Sensing: A2L refrigerants, ammonia