Applications Engineer

Why Newhaven Display

At Newhaven Display, we’re more than a global display manufacturer—we’re a hub of innovation, creativity, and collaboration. Our products power many of the electronics you use every day, from home appliances and medical devices to industrial equipment and automotive tech. We specialize in LCD, OLED, and TFT displays, serving clients across a wide range of industries.

Our mission? Deliver high-quality display solutions and design services that help our customers grow—while continuously pushing the limits of what’s possible.

What You’ll Do:

Are you an Electronics Engineer with a passion for designing and troubleshooting electronic systems? As our Applications Engineer, you will leverage your expertise in hardware and firmware to provide comprehensive, customer-centric solutions—from initial product selection and design to hands-on debugging and technical documentation. You'll be the technical bridge between our innovative display products and our customers' groundbreaking applications. If you are a self-starter with a love for problem-solving, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a direct impact.

In this role, you’ll get to:

Provide Technical Expertise & Customer Support:

• Serve as a primary technical resource for customers, helping them select the right display products for their specific applications.
• Deliver responsive technical support via email, phone, and in-person, troubleshooting complex hardware and software issues.
• Provide expert guidance and support to internal teams, including sales and production.

Lead Product Development & Design:

• Collaborate with customers to understand their display needs and design or modify displays and circuits to meet their requirements.
• Lead the design and testing of electronic display solutions, including circuit design, PCB layout, and embedded software development.
• Perform pre-production sample reviews, develop comprehensive test plans, and conduct product validation.

Manage Product Life Cycle & Quality:

• Assist with the Engineering Change Process, including documentation, coordination with other teams, building and testing products, and tracking results.
• Conduct second-sourcing qualification for standard products, including testing and validation.
• Provide production support at our Elgin facility, assisting with the development, modification, and repair of test fixtures, particularly for software and technical theory.
• Oversee production testing for customer and RMA (Return Merchandise Authorization) requirements, including debugging and troubleshooting design issues.

Create and Maintain Technical Documentation:

• Develop a wide range of technical resources, including user drawings, schematics, product tutorials, manuals, datasheets, and application notes.
• Create and maintain demonstration kits to showcase product features and capabilities.
• Assist with product training for internal teams and partners.

What You’ll Bring

• Education: Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related.
• Experience: At least 4 years of experience in a technical role, preferably as an Applications Engineer in the electronics industry.
• Technical Skills:
  • Strong C++, C or similar software programming skills.
  • Proficiency with embedded systems, microcontrollers (PIC, ATMEL, ARM, etc.) and peripherals (I²C, SPI, USB, GPIO, SD Card, etc.).
  • Ability to troubleshoot to the component level.
  • Understanding of electronics theory.
  • Experience with schematic capture and PCB layout tools.
  • Experience in prototype assembly with surface mount components.
• Soft Skills:
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to communicate technical information effectively.
  • Superior attention to detail.
  • Strong organizational skills and self-discipline.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Preferred Qualifications
  • Ability to read and interpret electronic schematics.
  • Ability to build prototype designs (soldering, breadboard circuits, etc.).
  • Ability to debug and troubleshoot Printed Circuit Boards and electronic systems.
  • Understanding CAD models.
  • Experience with OLED, LCD, LED or VFD technology is a plus.

Why You’ll Thrive Here

• Impactful Work: Your solutions directly help our customers bring their products to life.
• Collaborative Environment: Work closely with cross-functional teams and have a direct line to product decisions.
• Growth Opportunities: We support professional development and technical leadership.

Compensation & Benefits

At Newhaven Display, your career is more than just a job. Here, you'll be supported by a collaborative team, encouraged to explore new ideas, and equipped with the tools and training you need to grow and succeed. Along the way, you’ll enjoy a benefits package designed to support your personal and professional well-being:

• Competitive salary
• Paid time off (PTO) to explore your passions
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance to keep you covered
• 401(k) with company contribution to invest in your future
• Career advancement opportunities within a growing tech company

If you're passionate about electronics engineering and have hands-on experience with embedded systems and component-level troubleshooting, we invite you to apply and become a vital part of our team — just fill out the form below.