Job Description

Job Description

Join the company enabling the future of compound semiconductors

At AIXTRON, we develop the epitaxy equipment that powers tomorrow's semiconductor technologies. Our (MO)+CVD systems are used to manufacture advanced materials including GaN, SiC, GaAs, and InP for applications ranging from electric vehicles and AI infrastructure to optical communications, 5G, displays, and next-generation sensing technologies.

Headquartered in Germany, with operations across North America, Europe, and Asia, AIXTRON is the global technology leader in compound semiconductor deposition equipment.

About the Role

This position is ideal for a technically strong engineer, scientist, or semiconductor professional who enjoys working directly with customers and wants to expand their impact beyond the laboratory or fab environment.

As a Technical Sales Account Manager , you will help leading semiconductor companies evaluate, adopt, and expand the use of AIXTRON's technology. You will serve as the trusted technical and commercial advisor to customers, working with engineering teams, R&D organizations, procurement teams, production leaders, and executives to drive successful technology adoption and long-term partnerships.

You will combine technical credibility with business acumen to identify opportunities, develop account strategies, and help shape customer roadmaps while contributing to AIXTRON's continued growth in North America.

What You'll Do

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• Support capital equipment sales activities including proposals, quotations, contract negotiations, and technology evaluations.
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• Manage and grow relationships with strategic semiconductor customers throughout North America.
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• Develop and execute account strategies that support customer success and business growth.
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• Lead technical and commercial discussions with R&D, engineering, manufacturing, procurement, and executive teams.
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• Identify opportunities for upgrades, service solutions, and next-generation technology adoption.
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• Gather market intelligence and customer feedback to influence product development and business strategy.
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• Collaborate closely with AIXTRON's global sales, process engineering, service, and technology teams.
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• Represent AIXTRON at industry conferences, customer events, and technology workshops.
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What Makes Someone Successful

You are naturally curious, comfortable discussing complex technology, and enjoy building relationships with customers. You can translate technical challenges into practical solutions and communicate effectively with audiences ranging from process engineers to senior executives.

You thrive in environments where technology, business strategy, and customer engagement intersect.

Qualifications Required

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• M.S., M.Eng., or Ph.D. in Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent industry experience.
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• Experience in compound semiconductors, semiconductor manufacturing, semiconductor equipment, epitaxy, power electronics, photonics, or related technologies.
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• Ability to juggle multiple account management and sales projects at a time, while maintaining sharp attention to detail.
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• Strong ability to communicate through email, phone calls, and presentations with Technology Development Teams, Production Managers, Tool Owners, Procurement specialists and Executive teams.
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• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally up to 50%.
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Preferred

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• Experience in sales, business development, product marketing, applications engineering, field engineering, or account management.
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• Knowledge of MOCVD, epitaxy, GaN, SiC, GaAs, or InP technologies.
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• Experience working directly with semiconductor manufacturing customers.
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Candidates with strong technical backgrounds who are interested in moving into a customer-facing commercial role are strongly encouraged to apply.

Why Join AIXTRON?

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• Work at the forefront of semiconductor innovation.
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• Partner with many of the world's leading technology companies.
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• Gain exposure to business strategy, customer engagement, and commercial leadership.
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• Join a collaborative international team with significant opportunities for growth and professional development.
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• Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and company-sponsored 401(k).
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For further information about AIXTRON, please visit

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