Career Opportunities

As a global leader in precision measurement sensing technologies, VPG addresses an expanding array of applications in which accuracy, reliability, and repeatability make the difference. Whether it is in the design and safety of new generations of cars, trucks and planes, or optimizing advanced medical equipment and consumer products, VPG’s deep engineering expertise is making the world safer, smarter, and productive.

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Sr. Field Application Engineer to become an integral part of our engineering team.

In this role, you will perform installations, troubleshoot, and provide top-notch customer support for our state-of-the-art Gleeble Systems. Beyond hands-on technical work, you’ll play a key role in mentoring junior engineers and coordinating the daily operations of our System Service Engineering team. When our Manager of Integration & Service Engineering is unavailable, you’ll step up to ensure seamless operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leadership & Training: Guide and support Service Engineer 1 team members in their daily tasks, ensuring they are well-trained in servicing, calibrating, and upgrading our systems.
• Customer Service & Installations: Perform worldwide installations, upgrades, and services of Gleeble Systems, ensuring customer satisfaction at every touchpoint.
• Project Management: Collaborate with our Embedded Systems group and Production team on various projects, maintaining and updating Zoho Projects for efficient workflow.
• Documentation & Quality Control: Create and maintain service documentation (PRM), troubleshoot system performance, and uphold quality control procedures both in-house and on customer sites.

What You’ll Achieve:

• Successfully execute installations and service operations across the globe.
• Provide exceptional training to new and existing engineers and customers.
• Effectively manage and develop Engineer I staff, contributing to their growth and our team’s success.
• Keep meticulous records and documentation, ensuring consistency and reliability in our service processes.

As a global leader in precision measurement sensing technologies, VPG addresses an expanding array of applications in which accuracy, reliability, and repeatability make the difference. Whether it is in the design and safety of new generations of cars, trucks and planes, or optimizing advanced medical equipment and consumer products, VPG’s deep engineering expertise is making the world safer, smarter, and productive.

We are passionate about pushing the boundaries of material testing. Our Gleeble machines are used worldwide to simulate real-world conditions, enabling the development of advanced materials that power everything from electric vehicles to medical devices. We are committed to excellence and are looking for individuals who share our drive for innovation.

As a System Service Technician, you will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of our cutting-edge Gleeble systems. Your responsibilities will include:

• Startup and Testing: Configuring, calibrating, and testing new Gleeble systems to ensure optimal performance.
• Troubleshooting: Identifying and resolving technical issues related to system functions and components.
• Maintenance: Performing routine maintenance tasks to keep our systems running smoothly.
• Technical Support: Providing expert technical assistance to customers both in-house and on-site.

This is an on-site position in Poestenkill, NY (Albany area)