Applications Engineering Specialist
- Saskatoon, SK, Canada
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Original job description
Siemens EDA is a global technology leader in electronic design automation software. Our software tools enable companies around the world to develop new and highly innovative electronic products faster and more cost-effectively. Our customers use our tools to push the boundaries of technology and physics in order to deliver better products in the increasingly complex world of chip, board and system design.Position Overview
The Applications Engineering Specialist works directly with Siemens EDA’s customers to help grow the adoption and use of Siemens’s Solido software in their circuit design and verification flows. This position combines technical depth with strong communication skills and an appreciation for the business value delivered by Siemens EDA’s products.The Applications Engineering Specialist manages multiple customer engagements concurrently and must be very effective at customer relationships. This customer interface is not only at the engineering level, but first or second level management as well. The Applications Engineer must align closely with the account team to help them meet and exceed quotas as they proactively manage customer accounts to success. This could include account planning and developing solutions to customer problems, ultimately resulting in product revenue growth. Success involves working as a team with sales, marketing, and R&D organizations.No prior experience in the semiconductor industry or as an Applications Engineer is required. You will receive on the job training to help you develop all the domain skills you need.Responsibilities
As an Applications Engineering Specialist, you work with account teams to drive adoption of Siemens EDA’s Solido products. This includes, but is not limited to, the following activities:
Work together with technology experts at major semiconductor companies to understand their challenges and help them use Siemens products to solve those challenges.
Illustrate the value Siemens brings to customers by assisting them in their evaluations of Siemens EDA’s Solido software; developing and delivering software demonstrations and technical presentations; performing benchmark evaluations for customers.
Execute on pre-sales and post-sales technical activities, including assessments of how company products meet customer needs, the preparation of product specifications for development and installation of customized applications/solutions, and technical support for sales presentations and product demonstrations.
Drive business for Siemens, using technical expertise and working directly with customers at the appropriate management level to establish criteria for successful engagements.
Assist technical teams, including Siemens R&D, to establish value for Siemens products and differentiate from the competition.
Work closely with Siemens R&D to address customer feedback and requests.
Contribute towards the product technical sales plan with management and communicate frequently with peers and management on progress and account status.
Job Qualifications
The successful candidate will have the following qualifications:
Degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, physics, or similar field, with minimum 75% or equivalent average grade in undergraduate program.
Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal).
Ability to communicate and present complex technical concepts and make them accessible to a variety of different audiences.
Strong problem solving and debugging ability, as well as the ability to adapt and think on your feet.
Strong working ability in a Linux environment.
Flexible to work with customers in different time zones from around the world.
Availability and desire to travel as needed to the US, Asia, and/or Europe.
Bonus: Experience with one or more of the following: Electronic design automation software, library characterization, static timing analysis, chip design, machine learning.
Compensation is based on experience and market values. You will be asked what your expectations are. There are multiple perks beyond the basic health insurance package, including RRSP matching, share purchase matching, company paid diversity days, and an extensive employee assistance program.
This position will be subject to U.S. export control requirements under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Employment is contingent on either verifying the U.S. Person status or obtaining any necessary export license.
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Job ID
527257
Posted since
27-Oct-2026
Organization
Digital Industries
Field of work
Sales
Company
Siemens Electronic Design Automation Limited
Experience level
Experienced Professional
Job type
Full-time
Work mode
Hybrid (Remote/Office)
Employment type
Permanent
Location(s)
- Saskatoon - Saskatchewan - Canada
More about this job
Responsibilities
The Applications Engineering Specialist drives the adoption of Solido software by working directly with customers to solve complex circuit design and verification challenges. They collaborate with account teams, R&D, and marketing to execute technical sales activities, including demonstrations, benchmarks, and product evaluations.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, physics, or a similar field with a minimum 75% average. Strong communication skills, Linux proficiency, and the ability to travel internationally are required for this role.
Skills
- Electronic design automation
- Circuit design
- Verification flows
- Technical presentations
- Software demonstrations
- Linux
- Problem solving
- Debugging
- Account planning
- Semiconductor industry knowledge
- Library characterization
- Static timing analysis
- Machine learning
Benefits
- Health insurance
- RRSP matching
- Share purchase matching
- Company paid diversity days
- Employee assistance program
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Technology
- Software
- Engineering
- Sales
- Customer Service & Support
Keywords
- Siemens EDA
- Solido
- Electronic Design Automation
- Circuit Design
- Verification
- Semiconductor
- Linux
- Technical Sales
- Account Management
- Machine Learning
- Static Timing Analysis
- Library Characterization
- Digital Industries
- Software Engineering
- Physics
- Electrical Engineering
- Computer Science
- Computer Engineering
- ITAR
- EAR
- Export Control