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Field Application Engineer for analog and power

Avnet

Breda
Full-time
5-10 years experience
Hybrid

Work Arrangement

Office Days per Week: 1 day

Key Skills

Analog electronics
Power management
Semiconductors
Technical sales
Application engineering
Business development
Customer relationship management
System architecture
Technical presentations
Product development
Design-in activities
Market analysis
Problem-solving
Communication skills
Project management

Job Description

Field Application Engineer for Analog and Power (m/f/d)
 

Location: Breda, Netherlands (Hybrid)

Join Avnet and Help Shape the Future of Technology

At Avnet, we connect the world's leading technology suppliers with innovative customers to bring cutting-edge products to market. We are looking for an experienced Field Application Engineer – Analog & Power to drive design-in activities, generate design wins, and support customers in developing next-generation electronic products. In this customer-facing role, you will act as a trusted technical advisor, working closely with engineering teams, supplier partners, and sales colleagues to identify opportunities, solve complex design challenges, and accelerate business growth.

Your Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute technical sales strategies to increase design activity, design wins, and revenue growth within assigned accounts and markets.
  • Present new products, technologies, and innovative solutions to existing and prospective customers.
  • Build strong relationships with key technical decision-makers, engineers, and influencers at customer organizations.
  • Understand customer applications, technical requirements, design processes, and product development cycles.
  • Collaborate with customer engineering, design, and production teams to identify system-level requirements and recommend suitable solutions.
  • Drive the adoption of supplier-supported analog, power, and semiconductor technologies.
  • Participate in customer and supplier design reviews and provide technical consultation throughout the design cycle.
  • Manage opportunities from concept through production, ensuring successful project execution and customer satisfaction.
  • Deliver technical presentations, workshops, and product training sessions for customers and internal sales teams.
  • Identify and track strategic design opportunities while leveraging supplier resources to maximize success.
  • Analyze market trends, emerging technologies, and competitive activities to provide valuable business insights.
  • Act as a trusted advisor by creating technical sales tools, presentations, and solution proposals.
  • Maintain and enhance technical certifications through continuous learning and training.
  • Collaborate closely with account managers, inside sales teams, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.

What We Are Looking For

  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent practical experience.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in technical sales, application engineering, field application engineering, or semiconductor solutions.
  • Strong knowledge of Analog and Power Management Solutions, including semiconductors and related applications.
  • Proven background in technical business development and customer-facing solution selling.
  • Solid understanding of product lifecycles, system architectures, and total cost considerations.
  • Experience supporting customers through the complete design cycle, from concept to production.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills.
  • Fluent in Dutch and English (spoken and written).
  • German language skills are considered an advantage.
  • Valid driver's license and willingness to travel frequently within the assigned region.
  • Valid EU work authorization.

Personal Skills

  • A strong relationship builder who can engage stakeholders at all organizational levels.
  • Customer-focused with excellent problem-solving abilities.
  • Comfortable presenting technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Self-motivated and capable of managing your territory independently.
  • Collaborative, proactive, and results-driven.
  • Passionate about technology and continuous learning.

What We Offer

At Avnet, we believe our people are our most valuable asset. We offer an environment where you can grow professionally while making an impact.

  • Continuous professional development, training, and career growth opportunities.
  • Participation in exciting and innovative projects within a supportive team environment.
  • Competitive salary package including a company car for both business and private use.
  • Flexible hybrid working model with one office day per week in Breda.
  • Generous annual leave entitlement, including additional vacation days based on years of service and special leave arrangements.
  • Comprehensive health insurance and group accident insurance.
  • Attractive reward and recognition programs.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
  • A dynamic and growing multinational environment with short communication lines and quick decision-making.
  • An open, informal, and collaborative culture where initiative and independence are valued.
  • A workplace built on Avnet's core values: Integrity, Customer Focus, Responsibility, Teamwork, and Innovation.

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you are passionate about semiconductor technologies, thrive in a customer-facing environment, and enjoy helping customers transform ideas into successful products, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now and become part of Avnet's innovative and technology-driven team.

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The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills.


Avnet is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you are interested in applying for employment with Avnet and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position contact our Human Resources Service Center in your region: Americas applicants – [email protected], Asia applicants - [email protected], EMEA applicants - [email protected]


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Core Responsibilities

Drive design-in activities and generate design wins by providing technical consultation and solutions to customers. Collaborate with internal teams and suppliers to manage opportunities from concept through production while maintaining strong customer relationships.

Requirements

Requires a bachelor's degree in electrical or electronics engineering and at least 5 years of experience in technical sales or application engineering. Candidates must possess strong knowledge of analog and power management solutions and be fluent in Dutch and English.

Benefits

  • Company car
  • Flexible hybrid working model
  • Annual leave
  • Health insurance
  • Group accident insurance
  • Reward and recognition programs
  • Employee Assistance Program

About Avnet

Industry: Technology, Information and Internet

Company size: 10,001+ employees

Avnet is a global electronic components distributor with extensive design, product, marketing and supply chain expertise for customers and suppliers at every stage of the product lifecycle. For the past 100 years, Avnet has helped its customers and suppliers around the world realize the transformative possibilities of technology. Our culture was founded on new ideas and emerging technology. Headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, Avnet is a leading global technology distributor and solutions provider at the center of the technology value chain. Founded in 1921, we work with suppliers in every major technology segment to serve customers worldwide across a broad range of markets. Whether working on large-scale production or early prototypes, we meet customer needs through individualized, end-to-end service to streamline solutions and improve efficiency for customers worldwide. We serve more than 1 million customers in more than 140 countries and partner with global suppliers from almost every technology segment. Learn more about Avnet at www.avnet.com.

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