Field Application Specialist Jobs

Field Application Specialist jobs are open across life sciences, medical devices, industrial automation, and analytical instrumentation, from associate to senior and principal levels, with specializations in software demonstrations, laboratory applications, and customer-facing technical support. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles232+
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerMolex
Top citySan Jose, CA
Work type50% On-site
Top industryElectronics

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SK Hynix America
Principal Engineer, HBM Field Application
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Principal Engineer, HBM Field Application
SK Hynix America
San Jose, California
Engineering (Non-Software)
Mechanical Engineering
Product Management
$190k - $230k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
201-500

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ABB
Field Application Engineer - Power Delivery (Hybrid)
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Field Application Engineer - Power Delivery (Hybrid)
ABB
Quincy, Massachusetts
Business Strategy
Product Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$119k - $190k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
10,000+

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Molex
Field Application Engineer- AI/Datacom
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Molex
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Field Application Engineer- AI/Datacom
Molex
Fremont, California
Customer Success
Growth Marketing
Marketing
$150k - $190k/yr
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
10,000+

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Molex
Field Application Engineer- AI/Datacom
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Molex
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Field Application Engineer- AI/Datacom
Molex
Phoenix, Arizona
Account Management
Inside Sales
Sales
$150k - $190k/yr
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
10,000+

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Molex
Field Application Engineer- AI/Datacom
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Molex
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Field Application Engineer- AI/Datacom
Molex
Seattle, Washington
AI (Artificial Intelligence)
Software Engineering
Technical Program Management
$150k - $190k/yr
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
10,000+

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Field Application Specialist Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • Molex
    Molex26
  • Siemens
    Siemens11
  • NVIDIA
    NVIDIA9
  • N
    National Louis University8
  • AMETEK
    AMETEK7

Top Industries Hiring

  • Electronics & Hardware40
  • Manufacturing26
  • Technology & Software16
  • Distribution & Wholesale9
  • Medical Devices6

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in field application specialist jobs.

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant science, engineering, or technical discipline
  • Hands-on experience with the product category the role supports, such as instruments, software, or devices
  • Proven ability to deliver technical presentations, product demonstrations, or training to end users
  • Willingness to travel within an assigned territory, often requiring regular overnight trips
  • Strong troubleshooting skills for customer installations, integration issues, or application failures
  • Experience working cross-functionally with sales teams to support pre-sale and post-sale technical needs

Tips for Your Field Application Specialist Job Search

Tailor your resume for technical depth

Field application specialist resumes should highlight specific instruments, software platforms, or assay types you've supported, not just broad product categories. Hiring managers scan for names like flow cytometers, HPLC systems, or SaaS demo environments, so list them explicitly rather than describing them generically.

Certify the products you already know

Many hiring managers prioritize vendor-specific certifications, such as manufacturer application training or platform credentials, over general science degrees. If you've completed formal product training that didn't result in a certificate, ask the vendor for documentation you can attach to your application.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists field application specialist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Filter by territory before applying

Most field application specialist roles define a geographic territory, and employers expect candidates to live within or near it. Applying to a territory you'd need to relocate for without noting your willingness upfront is a common reason screeners skip otherwise qualified applicants.

Prepare a demo walk-through for interviews

Expect at least one interview stage where you present a product demonstration or technical scenario as if to a customer. Prepare a five-to-ten-minute walk-through of a product you know well, showing how you handle objections and translate features into customer outcomes, not just features.

Follow up with the technical hiring manager

Field application specialist roles often involve a second decision-maker on the technical side, not just HR. After submitting your application, a brief follow-up note to the regional sales or applications manager on the team, where reachable, can move your resume out of the screening queue faster.

Field Application Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most field application specialists?

The companies hiring the most field application specialists right now include Molex, Siemens, and NVIDIA, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and Massachusetts, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Hiring tends to be concentrated in companies with large installed customer bases that require ongoing technical support and training.

How many field application specialist jobs are remote?

About 50% of field application specialist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, though most roles still require significant field travel within a defined territory. Software and SaaS-focused application specialist roles lean more remote than hardware, instruments, or laboratory-based positions, which typically require on-site customer visits.

How do you become a field application specialist?

Start by building hands-on technical experience with a specific product category, whether through a lab role, technical support position, or applications scientist job. Develop your ability to explain complex concepts to non-expert audiences. Pursue any available manufacturer or platform training to add credentials. Move into customer-facing technical roles that bridge science and sales, then apply to field application positions in your area of expertise.

Can you get hired as a field application specialist with little experience?

Yes, some employers hire candidates with strong academic backgrounds in a relevant field and limited commercial experience, particularly for associate-level roles. Demonstrating that you can present technical content clearly, handle customer objections calmly, and learn a product quickly matters as much as years of experience. Internships, applications scientist roles, or technical support positions are common entry points that lead directly into field application work.

What does the field application specialist interview process look like?

Most processes start with an HR phone screen followed by a technical interview with a hiring manager or senior applications team member. A product demonstration or role-play presentation is standard, where you walk through a scenario as if presenting to a customer. Final rounds often include a panel interview with sales or product leadership. The whole process typically runs across multiple weeks and may include a field ride-along or territory assessment.

Where can I find and apply to field application specialist jobs?

You can find and apply to field application specialist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your product background and territory preference, then apply directly to each listing that fits your experience and location.

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