Application Engineer

Description:

Nice to meet you - we are Kornit Digital!

Kornit Digital is a worldwide market leader in sustainable, on-demand, digital fashion and textile production technologies. The Company is writing the operating system for fashion with end-to-end solutions including digital printing systems, inks, consumables, and an entire global ecosystem that manages workflows and fulfilment.

Every day we take the chance to re-invent, create, solve, adapt, improve and conquer the unexpected. Our engagement drives us to change the way people print on textiles today and in the future.

You are invited to be part of it to #expressyourbest!

Click to learn more > www.kornit.com

Reports to: Pre Sale Applications Manager

What Will You Do?

• Lead the system process development for new technologies in the textile printing industry (including new inks, workflows, and systems).
• Develop applications and conduct experiments to test and refine innovations.
• Plan and conduct experiments using existing systems and prototypes
• Develop and deliver optimized solutions with a clear performance status and measurable KPIs
• Identify gaps in existing processes, propose, and define improvements. Map gaps, opportunities and suggest performance envelope improvements
• Draft specifications (software and PRD), define project steps, procedures, and test plans.
• Analyze, summarize and present multi component complex issues, using methodological troubleshooting skills.
• Act as a bridge between R&D, marketing, and customer needs, becoming an expert in the application of technology to customer requirements.
• Analyze complex, multi-component challenges and provide solutions.
• Provide support to Customer Service and other Development departments as needed.
• Independently manage projects and tasks from initiation to completion.

What Should You Have?

· Bachelor's degree in graphic arts, Printing Technology, Engineering, or a related field—or equivalent work experience.

· Minimum of 3 years of experience in digital printing, print production, or a related technical field.

· Understanding of digital prepress workflows and file preparation.

· Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator).

· Experience with RIP software such as ColorGate, Caldera, X-Rite and Inedit

· Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

· Strong interpersonal and communication abilities.

· Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

· Good English language skills (written and verbal). Other languages would be desirable.

Advantages:

· Some knowledge of color science, spectrophotometry, and calibration tools

· Knowledge of textile substrates and finishing processes would be desirable

KORNIT is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. We are committed to ensuring that our technology is made available and accessible to everyone. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, family status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.