Sr. Field Application Engineer

Job Title:
Sr. Field Application Engineer

Work experience related to data centers and hardware/IT infrastructure preferred.

Location: Silicon Valley, CA

Type: Full-Time

Role Overview

We are establishing a new assembly plant in the United States and seek an experienced Plant Manager to lead this strategic initiative. Your mission is to build a lean, agile manufacturing hub that delivers UL/IEC-compliant, high-quality products while optimizing costs and fostering cross-functional collaboration between U.S. operations and global engineering teams.

Technical Expertise

· Bachelor’s degree in mechanical/electrical engineering, Manufacturing, or related field.

· Deep knowledge of power distribution hardware (PDUs, busways, connectors) production processes and UL/ANSI/IEC standards.

· Proven experience with DFM (Design for Manufacturing) for electrical enclosures and modular power systems.

· Proven success in new plant startups and lean/automation integration.

Key Responsibilities

• Operational Excellence

· Implement rigorous quality control systems for safety testing, certification management (UL, CE, etc.), and product traceability.

· Drive manufacturing automation to maximize throughput.

• Team & Compliance Leadership

· Recruit and train technicians and ERP/MES system operators

· Ensure adherence to U.S. AU.S.bly/Made labeling requirements.

• Supply Chain Localization

· Screen and qualify regional suppliers, reducing lead times.

· Manage inventory and align with JIT delivery models.

• Plant Setup & Ramp-Up

· Lead site selection, facility layout implementation, and assembly line setup, ensuring compliance with ISO9001, ISO 14001, OSHA, and ISO 45001 standards.

· Develop production/ assembly line workflows, integrating lean manufacturing principles.

Qualifications

Leadership & Soft Skills

· Expertise in Six Sigma for defect reduction and OEE optimization in high-mix/low-volume environments.

· Ability to navigate cross-cultural teams and resolve high-stakes operational challenges.

Why Join Us?

• Impact: Shape the backbone of next-gen data centers through localized production of critical power infrastructure.
• Growth: Access to a global R&D network and mentorship from industry veterans in Tata Center hardware infrastructure
• Benefits:
• Competitive Salary + Employee Benefit Package.
• Annual training stipend.
• and more

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Pay: $80,999.00 - $136,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan

Application Question(s):

• Do you have any work experience related to data centers and hardware/IT infrastructure? Please provide more details about your work. Thanks.

Work Location: In person