ClearEdge3D is a fast-growing technology company that has developed a set of groundbreaking computer vision algorithms and software that can reduce the time and cost of creating 3D Computed-Aided Design (CAD) models of process plants, buildings, bridges and entire cities by up to 70% (Yeah, it’s cool stuff!)
Job Purpose: Applications Engineer I (Assistant AE) is the entry level position as a member of the Applications Engineering Team. The Assistant AE focuses on effectively supporting and training users as well as testing the software. The Assistant AE should learn to become proficient in department-specific systems such as Salesforce, Testrail, JIRA, Confluence, and the IT infrastructure. The Assistant AE takes day-to-day and week-to-week instruction from an AE Lead, AE senior and/or AE/QA Manager. The Assistant AE responsibilities can range from being focused on one product or aspect of the job, to being a generalist, depending on the requirements and needs of the company at the time.
Core Job Duties
Dedicate time and effort to learn products and support processes while handling simpler customer interactions. This includes responding to support tickets with assistance, helping users operate company software, supporting customer training and demos, and escalating complex issues appropriately.
Support software testing activities while developing proficiency in testing tools, processes, and product behavior. Testing duties include executing assigned tests, assisting with software and hardware testing, documenting test results, and learning to identify and report defects.
Provide support when needed for internal IT and business operations in support of the development, product, marketing, and sales teams.
Communicate customer feedback and feature requests to Application Engineer team leads and Product Management.
Education and Experience:
- No prior experience required.
- Technology-related degree is not required, but is a bonus
- Experience in the construction industry, 3D modeling, laser scanning, or software development are not required, but are a bonus
Knowledge, Skills, and Attributes:
- Comfortable in a technical environment.
- Great verbal and written communication and collaboration skills.
- Great customer service skills.
- Good at switching tasks quickly in a complex environment.
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods of computer use.
- Ability to participate in remote meetings across global time zones.
- Occasional travel for team meetings, customer visits, or conferences (typically < 10%).
Working Conditions:
- Remote work environment with collaboration across multiple time zones.
- Fastpaced setting requiring adaptability and proactive communication.
- Collaboration with globally distributed engineering and product teams.
- Occasional onsite visits to customer locations, trade shows, or Topcon offices.
Skills Required
- Comfortable working in a technical environment
- Great verbal and written communication and collaboration skills
- Strong customer service skills
- Ability to switch tasks quickly in a complex environment
- Ability to participate in remote meetings across global time zones
- Willingness to learn department systems (Salesforce, TestRail, Jira, Confluence)
- Occasional travel (typically <10%) for meetings, customer visits, or conferences
- Prolonged periods of computer use
- Technology-related degree
- Experience in construction, 3D modeling, laser scanning, or software development
What We Do
With 9 billion people expected on the planet by 2030, there's a lot of work to be done. We'll need more housing, roads, and utilities, not to mention more food for the extra tables. Topcon is a leading manufacturer for the construction, geospatial, and agriculture markets, creating technology that improves workflows to always keep our customers one step ahead. Our roots begin with the Topcon Corporation, founded in 1932 in Japan. Since then, we've grown into a network of 93 companies made up of subsidiaries and affiliates and are now a global leader in positioning and ophthalmic diagnostic technologies. Join us as we address society's greatest challenges and develop a more sustainable tomorrow. Join our team: http://topconcareers.com/ Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TopconToday Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/topcon_today
