Zygo Corporation

is an OSC Industrial Affiliate at the Leadership Partners level

For more information about Zygo, please visit http://www.zygo.com/

Product Marketing Engineer.  Zygo.  A Product Marketing Engineer works directly with the Product Marketing Manager assisting in all phases of product marketing including the development of competitive analyses, generating requirements for next generation products, supporting targeted sales initiatives, training of the global sales and applications team, trade show planning and support and other general product management and marketing functions. This position also includes applications related support that requires knowledge of the operation of the product, its software and associated accessories.  The Product Marketing Engineer works closely with the product applications, research and development teams as a critical resource in ensuring the customer and market requirements are being addressed. Required travel includes visits to customer sites, trade shows and Zygo’s worldwide offices.  Primary Responsibilities:  In support of the Product Marketing Manager the Product Marketing Engineer’s responsibilities include but are not limited to:  • Understand market drivers and how they relate to Zygo’s business.  • Understand the manufacturing process of key markets and future industry trends  • Predict evolving opportunities in new and existing markets  • Work with the Product Marketing Manager to develop a market and product model that will support targeted corporate growth, meet evolving industry trends, and match Zygo’s evolving core competencies.  • Effectively communicate plans and lead rapid implementation.  • Work closely with the sales staff, creating sales initiatives, developing collateral material and supporting them in the field as needed.  • Work closely with Product Manager to translate the market needs into product enhancements and introductions in the product  • Maintain close relationships with customers by being highly visible through customer visits, attendance at technical meetings, industry trade shows and conferences  • Approximately 15-20% travel.  Minimum Qualifications:  The minimal education is a BS in a related technical field, preferably Optics or optics related curriculum. Experience in marketing and sales and/or MBA in Marketing desired.  Interested candidates may email a resume to allison@optics.arizona.edu

Associate Applications Engineer.  Zygo.  Reporting to: Regional Manager.  Department: Region Sales and Service.  Description:  Working under general supervision, interface with customers regarding product operation and service and in support of sales projects, new applications or modifications of existing products. Provide technical training and instruction to customers and potential customers in the use of our products. Assist customers in making optimal use of Zygo equipment through assisting with the design of test setups and application software. Troubleshoot product problems over the telephone and follow up with customers to be certain product or application problems have been resolved. Assist in the preparation of individual proposals, quotations, bids, and specifications on proposals for non-standard products.  Assist in the sale of ZYGO products including service contracts, service products, accessories, and other applicable products. This may involve developing quotations, using telemarketing techniques, or employing the use of email.  Keep abreast of new industry developments, trends, techniques and applications in applicable industries. Recommend to engineering and marketing for consideration those ideas that appear to have sufficient market potential for exploitation. Follow in detail the status of established products, their market potential and standing, and competitors' activities. Assess the performance of the products from a user's point of view.  Travel approximately 30%.  Minimum desired qualifications:  A BS degree in a technology related major (IE, ME, Optics, Physics, etc.). Related experience is a plus. Knowledge of metrology, optics, or software is helpful. Excellent customer interaction skills, along with good written and oral communication skills are a must. Must be willing to travel. Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.  Physical Requirements:  Sitting, standing, walking, talking and keyboarding.   Interested candidates may email a resume to allison@optics.arizona.edu

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