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

Sensata Technologies is a global leader in sensor and electrical protection technologies, focusing on innovative solutions for data center infrastructure. The Applications Engineer will be responsible for delivering high-efficiency cooling technologies and providing technical support to customers in the data center sector.

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
• Candidates should be comfortable analyzing specifications to support 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