Applications Engineer

DigiKey is one of the fastest growing distributors of electronic components in the world.

Since its founding in 1972, DigiKey has been committed to offering the broadest selection of in-stock electronic components, as well as providing the best service possible to its customers, aiding engineers through the entire design process, from Prototype to Production.

This has led the company to be highly ranked year after year in industry surveys in North America as well as Europe and Asia, in categories covering such facets of business as availability of products, speed of service, responsiveness to problems, and more.

• Create clear, accurate technical content including forum posts, tutorials, application guidance, and Q&A responses.
• Translate customer inquiries into reusable, searchable technical knowledge.
• Ensure content reflects practical application, including tradeoffs and limitations.
• Maintain and update previously published content.
• Identify gaps in knowledge coverage and proactively develop content.

• Own day-to-day operation and upkeep of DigiKey’s TechForum.
• Moderate discussions to ensure technical accuracy and clarity.
• Ensure responses create reusable knowledge.
• Improve forum structure and usability.

• Respond to technical questions within the TechForum ensuring clarity and accuracy.
• Interpret datasheets and specifications for correct usage.
• Communicate technical concepts clearly.