Applications Engineer

Comet AG • San Jose, CA

22d • Onsite

About The Position

To complement our team, we are looking for a customer- and team-oriented individual for our Industrial X-Ray Systems division at the San Jose site as a Applications Engineer - X-ray & CT. For over 75 years, we have been following our curiosity. It drives us and has made Comet a leading Swiss technology company worldwide. Curiosity and the spirit of research have allowed us to become and remain innovative. For a better and sustainable world. We develop and produce innovative high-tech components and systems based on X-ray and radio-frequency technology. Our developments make an important contribution to safer, more efficient and more sustainable production, mobility and communication. At Comet Yxlon (IXS), we make the invisible visible. As a leading provider of industrial X-ray and CT systems, we help companies see into the depths of their products, ensuring reliable testing, analysis and the highest quality standards. Founded in 1998 with Philipps as its origin, we have been part of the global Comet family since 2007, becoming a trusted partner for innovation and reliability with top manufacturers worldwide. Our X-ray Systems division designs and manufactures radioscopic and CT inspection systems for a wide range of industrial applications. Serving industries such as electronics, aviation and aerospace, and automotive, our customers include some of the world’s largest manufacturers—major enterprises that trust us for our exceptional quality. Due to ITAR requirements, this job may not allow work visa sponsorship.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical or mechanical engineering.
• Experience using Dragonfly 3D World image analysis software.
• Basic understanding of X-ray technology and Computed Tomography (CT).
• Ability to clearly present technical information and conduct customer training sessions.
• Business fluency in English.
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 40% for customer training, technical demonstrations, and trade shows.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred 3+ years of relevant experience in applications engineering.
• Preferred knowledge of industrial imaging X-ray processes, especially in Semiconductor and Surface Mount Technology (SMT).

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate DR and CT systems online, during on-site customer visits, and at trade shows.
• Conduct internal and external application training sessions; deliver application services to strategic customers
• Optimize existing application methods to improve performance.
• Provide consulting support during project execution and acceptance phases.
• Document application results and prepare detailed reports.
• Provide ongoing customer support after system commissioning.

Benefits

• flexible working options
• profit sharing
• diverse educational and career opportunities
• competitive compensation package with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision care, tuition reimbursement, a 401(k) plan, and a generous paid-time-off package

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level